The Healing Power of Positive Self-Talk

The Healing Power of Positive Self-Talk

How many of us are clouded in thoughts that are self-critical, demeaning and shaming? I could confidently say all of us have fallen victim to such defeating and counterproductive patterns. Negative self-talk is often learned throughout our life from toxic people and...
There’s Always Hope.

There’s Always Hope.

Though they differ, mental and physical health are entwined and play a major role in influencing each other in every stage of a woman’s life. “Our mental health largely impacts how we react to stress and how we interact with others, and can have long-term...
Must Love Dogs

Must Love Dogs

What’s more healthful than a multivitamin and as beneficial as exercise? Fido. Or Cooper. Or Bella. Or any other fur baby. Medical research shows that owning a dog is one of the best prescriptions for reducing your health risk. And dog-owning doctors agree....
A Remarkable Legacy

A Remarkable Legacy

What began as a potluck in a church basement has grown into a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support for grieving children and their families. Ele’s Place was originally established in 1991 and named in honor of Ele Stover, who passed away in 1989...
Anxiety and High-Achieving Students

Anxiety and High-Achieving Students

In my Grand Rapids counseling office, I work with a lot of high school students who are doing great in school with classes, grades, extracurricular activities and all the other things that put them on track to get into the college of their choice. These are students...