Letting Go of "New Year, New You"
#intentions #byebye2022 #newyearsgoals #mentalhealth #wellness When was the last time you made a new year resolution and achieved it? If...
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Lagniappe Counseling
Oct 19, 20212 min
Gimme a Break
Developing a “rest ethic” can make you more productive. When working from home, re-entering the office space or when you feel that you...
Lagniappe Counseling
Sep 21, 20212 min
Featured in "Counseling Today"
Amanda Hembree, LPC CEAP of Lagniappe Counseling, was recently highlighted in a feature story of the September issue of Counseling Today...
Lagniappe Counseling
May 27, 20211 min
How to Help Others Struggling
From You Got This and The New Orleans Musicians Clinic In this final week of Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to share tips for...
Lagniappe Counseling
May 12, 20212 min
The Importance of Saying "No"
Saying no is an important skill that many people struggle with Clients often come to me anxious, stressed and overworked and many times...
Lagniappe Counseling
Apr 22, 20211 min
The Benefits of Getting Outside
The mental health benefits of getting outside.
Lagniappe Counseling
Feb 17, 20215 min
What to Know About Black Mental Health For Non-BIPOCs
From our friends over at the amazing Zencare: An anti-racist practice requires seeing, understanding, and validating disparate realities...
Lagniappe Counseling
Feb 1, 20212 min
Dealing With Seasonal Depression During a Pandemic
For many of us, winter brings more than just shorter days and lower temps, it's also accompanied by seasonal depression. Seasonal...
Lagniappe Counseling
Jan 7, 20212 min
Emotional Hangovers Are Real
A week into 2021 and we are experiencing serious and traumatic events. Many of us have experienced and fought to cure an alcohol induced...
Lagniappe Counseling
Dec 15, 20202 min
Reduce Holiday Stress By Setting Boundaries
As the holidays quickly approach, we invite you to reflect on your needs and boundaries ahead of time so you can experience peace and joy...
Lagniappe Counseling
Dec 11, 20203 min
Staying Sober During Pandemic Holidays
This year, the holidays will be especially taxing for many people. Here’s how to make it through. #sober #holidays #pandemic #recovery...
Lagniappe Counseling
Dec 1, 20201 min
Holiday Self-Care Tips
Once again, our friends over at The New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic and Assistance Foundation have knocked it out of the park with some...
Lagniappe Counseling
Nov 19, 20202 min
4 Tips to Avoid Burnout
Burn bright, not out! How are you doing this week? No, how are you really doing? As the days get shorter and time spent in a global...
Lagniappe Counseling
Nov 4, 20205 min
Election Stress? You Aren't Alone.
A Self-Care Guide to Help You Get Through by Rakshitha Arni Ravishankar How are you feeling today? If you woke up with a pit in your...
Lagniappe Counseling
Oct 23, 20204 min
5 Reasons NOT to use Insurance
What you don't know could hurt you One of the first questions I often get is "do you take my insurance?" It makes sense, really,...
Lagniappe Counseling
Oct 1, 20203 min
What to Expect In Therapy
Your inner world is not the only one that changes. By: Mariana Plata What should I say? How should I start? Who speaks first? These are...
Lagniappe Counseling
Jul 1, 20203 min
How coronavirus stress may scramble our brains
Imaging studies show we should give ourselves a break By: Laura Sanders I’m on deadline, but instead of focusing, my mind buzzes with...
Lagniappe Counseling
Jun 15, 20203 min
Building Resilience in a World of Uncertainty
Exploring strategies to build resilience in the midst of COVID-19 By: Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP Are you feeling the weight...
Lagniappe Counseling
Apr 4, 20205 min
Ways to de-stress during COVID
We must take care of our minds, bodies, and souls and protect those around us. By: Kristen Fuller, M.D. Our world is hurting. This viral...
Lagniappe Counseling
Sep 13, 20193 min
Calming the Monkey Mind
Do you have an inner voice that hinders your success? By: Diana Raab PhD According to Buddhist principles, the “monkey mind” is a term...
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