Long-distance relationships can be difficult to manage but not impossible. Sometimes, we find ourselves becoming more demanding.

Anxiety can manifest in many ways. Travel anxiety is one of them. Here we discuss some of the best techniques that you can implement if you experience anxiety when traveling. What is travel anxiety? Travel anxiety is a type of anxiety that causes severe emotional, mental and physical stress whenever – You need to or want to visit an unfamiliar place. You are planning for your travels. You are traveling in a mode of transport. You find yourself amidst people you don’t know a

Have you ever worked with an oppositional teenager? Chances are underneath their anger is a source of depression.

Kids and teens are often forced to attend psychotherapy. So how do you engage kids and teens that are forced into treatment?

You may have heard of affirmation cards. Here, we explore affirmation cards in detail and see how they can improve your mental wellbeing while also empowering you. What are affirmation cards? Affirmations are gentle, positive, and encouraging first-person statements. They start with “I.” They are something you tell yourself to empower yourself. For example, “I am powerful. I am strong. I will succeed today.” They are designed to help people – Feel better about themselves.

As the co-owner and clinical supervisor of CWMHA, I could not be moving into 2023 with more gratitude! Our first six months of practice with CWMHA have been very productive! We have been able to expand our network of service to include CWMHA clinicians in our Schofield office, Amherst office, Tomorrow River Schools, Iola/Scandinavia School District, and the Stevens Point School District. To meet those service needs, we have been able to grow our team to include a total of 9 c

So many amazing things to reflect on and remember this past year at CWMHA.

Depression can hit anyone at any time. Unlike how the media portrays it, signs of depression may not be obvious.

Most of us keep busy throughout the day, working, traveling, chatting with friends and family, doing housework and shopping. There are a million things we do to keep busy. Some of us like being alone, and others hate it and avoid it at all costs. So why is it so hard to be alone? Being alone in life, even for short periods of time can feel daunting. Why are so many people scared or even terrified of being alone? There are several reasons for this. Keeping ourselves busy or pr

If you are suffering from PTSD, you are well aware of how debilitating it can be. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that develops in people after they have undergone traumatic life events. It was initially called ‘shell shock’ when it was first diagnosed in war veterans. There are often misconceptions regarding PTSD that the person suffering from it is dwelling on past events, or is not able to move on. However, the fact of the matter is that

Almost everyone has experienced worry or anxiety at some point or the other. However, people diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) experience anxiety in a different way. It often compels them to perform repetitive compulsive rituals, and they might also find themselves plagued with persistent intrusive thoughts. So the question remains – How different is it from a Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)? Although GAD and OCD are closely related, the latter usually req

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I often ask people how they are and the first response I get is “good”. I can usually tell when someone is genuinely feeling good or if they are just using a canned response that we often use when interacting with each other. I will further question if I suspect someone is not good, which usually leads to the other person admitting that something is wrong. Many of us struggle to admit when we are having a bad day, or to even acknowledge i

Facilitated by Karolee Krause, LPC, LCMHC, SAC Learn how to cope with depression symptoms this winter with A Mindful Kind of Happy Book Group in which you will learn how to manage depression symptoms and create a personal happiness plan. A free copy of “A Mindful Kind of Happy” will be provide in this 10-week book group where you will join others as you read, discuss, and apply the new skills learned from the chapters below: 1. MINDFUL HAPPINESS PLAN/MINDFUL GAMES 2.

Kids and teens often struggle on their individual journeys to adulthood, not knowing who they are, or where they fit in. Role playing games help kids and teens by allowing them to pick and use character strengths that they may wish they had in real life. What's unique to role playing games is that they allow kids and teens to use strengths such as problem solving, resilience, perseverance, and developing interpersonal skills, through the roll of the dice and storytelling. The

As fall approaches and the sun begins to sink lower in the sky, many find the changes in the season unsettling as we are forced to go within, not only within our homes, but ourselves. This can be challenging especially when there are unresolved past issues or even trauma in one’s life. Fall and winter can be a time when these dark memories of the past emerge, sometimes leaving us feeling isolated, alone, or depressed. For many, just the lack of sunlight and the shorter days l

Laughter meditation involves three things: 1. Gentle movement and breathing exercises. 2. Laughing for a few minutes which begins with smiling, giggling and then full-blown laughter! At first you may have to fake it, but simulated laughter is as beneficial to our physical, mental and emotional health as real laughter. Laughter is contagious, so expect to have fun! 3. Following the laughter, you will sit in silent reflection or meditation, where you are mindful and pr

The labyrinth is an ancient symbol of wholeness. Although we are all on a life path, do you know what your life’s purpose is?

The forest is the therapist. Your certified Eco-Therapist Guide, Karolee Krause (Nature Therapist) and Licensed Professional Counselor will assist you on your nature journey. Some people love to sit quietly in an office setting and talk, while others need to be moving, walking and surrounded by nature. There are many pathways to healing and CWMHA recognizes the importance of offering a variety of traditional and alternative treatments. Eco-Therapy (Nature Based Therapy) is fo