by Stanislaw Therapy LMSW | Dec 6, 2023 | Stress
The holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy and celebration. But for many, the demands on your time, money, and mental health can be high. Here are some ideas about what to do when Christmas stress is high. Causes of Christmas Stress There are many causes of... Read More
by David Stanislaw | Nov 15, 2023 | Anxiety, Stress, Therapy
No matter your religious upbringing or family history, the holiday season likely means you will be getting together with friends and family to celebrate the season. The prevailing emotion around this season is joy, but if you struggle with mental health challenges, it... Read More
by David Stanislaw | Nov 1, 2023 | Therapy
If it feels like you and your spouse keep having the same fight, you may be wondering how to resolve issues in your marriage. It can be challenging to break the cycles you have built over time with your spouse. But with mutual commitment and a little work, you can... Read More
by David Stanislaw | Oct 18, 2023 | Anxiety
College is the start of your adult life, and that can come with a lot of stress. However, if you are one of the many teens who suffers from an anxiety disorder, starting school can make the transition even harder. This may lead you to wonder if college is triggering... Read More
by David Stanislaw | Oct 4, 2023 | Therapy
No matter how successful you are professionally, or how much money you make, it can be difficult to go through life alone. If you find yourself going through breakups, or even losing friends, you may wonder why you can’t maintain a relationship. The good news is that... Read More
by David Stanislaw | Sep 28, 2023 | Anxiety, Depression, Therapy
Mental illness is challenging for everyone involved – including a patient’s spouse or partner. However, when both partners have mental illness, the comorbidity of conditions between couples can create a unique relationship dynamic that can be challenging but also... Read More
by David Stanislaw | Sep 14, 2023 | Anxiety, Stress
When panic comes on in a rush, you need straight forward strategies for how to stop a panic attack. Though panic attacks can be brought on by various mental health issues, as well as environmental circumstances and stress, they generally all affect your body the same... Read More
by David Stanislaw | Aug 16, 2023 | Anxiety, Depression, Stress
It can be easy for parents to grow frustrated when faced with their kids’ school problems. Poor grades, disciplinary issues, and attendance problems can all hold your child back from meeting your expectations. What you may not realize as a parent is that your kid’s... Read More
by David Stanislaw | Aug 2, 2023 | Depression
It can be hard to overcome the sadness, apathy, and lethargy that often come with depression. However, when negative feelings and thoughts turn to self harm, or planning, it could be one of many warning signs your depression may lead to suicide. Knowing what to watch... Read More
by David Stanislaw | Jul 19, 2023 | Therapy
Some couples can feel like marriage is a constant struggle. They may pass from argument to argument and find little joy in one another’s companionship. But that doesn’t mean the marriage is over. In fact, you may be doing things that are undercutting your... Read More