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Spring Clean Up Spring clean up is a term almost everyone associates with. When we say Spring clean, what comes to mind? Probably cleaning out your car, getting rid of the crusty salt stains on your mats. Perhaps de-cluttering your garage, tune-ups on your lawn mowers or even swapping sweaters for sandals in your closet. Spring is an energizing time for Michiganders, as we have hibernated for months and now have that burst of excitement for warmer temperatures and bright colors.
Mica Lorenz, LLMSW
To answer this question let’s consider the “The Man in the Hole” parable.
Kristina Fronrath, LMSW
Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, ChatGPT, Candy Crush—the list of social media platforms, games, and other interactive outlets at our fingertips feels endless. Most of us have seen that notification letting us know we’ve averaged six (or more) hours of screen time per day over the past week and had that moment of wait… really?
Natasha Lang, LLP
It can be difficult to approach someone you care about with concerns about their mental health. It’s a hard conversation for anyone, and it’s important to show people you care about that you are worried about them but are not judging them. Here are a few tips on how to approach a loved one you are worried about regarding disordered eating behaviors.
Lauren Johnston LLMSW
We hear these terms "stress", "anxiety", and "trauma" all the time, but what exactly is the difference? Are they different? The answer is complicated. Stress, anxiety, and trauma are all terms to describe distress, nervous system dysregulation, and symptoms that interfere with our optimal functioning. There are differences, however there are also many places where these 3 terms overlap. Read on to learn the similarities and differences between stress, anxiety, and trauma.
Leah Little
The holidays can be a beautiful time. They give us the opportunity to celebrate our accomplishments from the year, connect with family, friends, and community, and enjoy traditions that bring back childhood memories while creating new ones with loved ones.
Diana Varughese MA, LPC.
It can be difficult to approach someone you care about with concerns about their mental health. It’s a hard conversation for anyone, and it’s important to show people you care about that you are worried about them but are not judging them. Here are a few tips on how to approach a loved one you are worried about regarding disordered eating behaviors.
Lauren Johnston LLMSW
We hear these terms "stress", "anxiety", and "trauma" all the time, but what exactly is the difference? Are they different? The answer is complicated. Stress, anxiety, and trauma are all terms to describe distress, nervous system dysregulation, and symptoms that interfere with our optimal functioning. There are differences, however there are also many places where these 3 terms overlap. Read on to learn the similarities and differences between stress, anxiety, and trauma.
Leah Little
The holidays can be a beautiful time. They give us the opportunity to celebrate our accomplishments from the year, connect with family, friends, and community, and enjoy traditions that bring back childhood memories while creating new ones with loved ones.
Diana Varughese MA, LPC.
As the holiday season quickly approaches, it’s easy to go from “festive” to “frazzled” in record time. If you love your family but also find them to be ‘a lot’, here’s a guide to navigating this season with grace, humor, and healthy boundaries.
Lauren Johnston
The stress of seasonal affective disorder may start creeping in, but it’s important to remember these days can also bring comfort and a chance to make positive changes too.
Mica Lorenz, LMSW
As summer comes to an end and the early mornings begin again, it’s time to help children (and adults!) transition smoothly back into an environment of learning. Whether it’s your child’s first year at a new school, or they are returning to familiar classrooms, starting school again can bring a mixture of emotions and questions.
Lauren Johnston, LLMSW
Parenting school-aged children over the summer can be a challenge for any parent. For nearly ten months out of the year, we have a routine and a strict schedule where we are typically very busy managing our own personal and professional lives. It is difficult to switch gears mid-June as all the busy-ness seems to come to a screeching halt.
By Stacey Dalton, MA LPC
The stress of seasonal affective disorder may start creeping in, but it’s important to remember these days can also bring comfort and a chance to make positive changes too.
Mica Lorenz, LMSW
Spring Clean Up Spring clean up is a term almost everyone associates with. When we say Spring clean, what comes to mind? Probably cleaning out your car, getting rid of the crusty salt stains on your mats. Perhaps de-cluttering your garage, tune-ups on your lawn mowers or even swapping sweaters for sandals in your closet. Spring is an energizing time for Michiganders, as we have hibernated for months and now have that burst of excitement for warmer temperatures and bright colors.
Mica Lorenz, LLMSW
To answer this question let’s consider the “The Man in the Hole” parable.
Kristina Fronrath, LMSW
It can be difficult to approach someone you care about with concerns about their mental health. It’s a hard conversation for anyone, and it’s important to show people you care about that you are worried about them but are not judging them. Here are a few tips on how to approach a loved one you are worried about regarding disordered eating behaviors.
Lauren Johnston LLMSW
We hear these terms "stress", "anxiety", and "trauma" all the time, but what exactly is the difference? Are they different? The answer is complicated. Stress, anxiety, and trauma are all terms to describe distress, nervous system dysregulation, and symptoms that interfere with our optimal functioning. There are differences, however there are also many places where these 3 terms overlap. Read on to learn the similarities and differences between stress, anxiety, and trauma.
Leah Little
The holidays can be a beautiful time. They give us the opportunity to celebrate our accomplishments from the year, connect with family, friends, and community, and enjoy traditions that bring back childhood memories while creating new ones with loved ones.
Diana Varughese MA, LPC.
As the holiday season quickly approaches, it’s easy to go from “festive” to “frazzled” in record time. If you love your family but also find them to be ‘a lot’, here’s a guide to navigating this season with grace, humor, and healthy boundaries.
Lauren Johnston

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