Mental health

As we’re nearing the end of 2020, many people are feeling exhausted and burnt out from enduring the ongoing pandemic. It’s been a long year filled with unexpected stressors. During a year like this, it… Continue reading

One common misconception about therapy is that it’s only for people with “serious issues.” At Oregon Counseling, we work to remove the stigma of mental health treatment. While many people see therapists for common mental… Continue reading

Introduction to the Self-Care Series This is an uncertain, stressful time for a lot of people. During this year we’ve experienced an ongoing pandemic, an economic downturn, intense political polarization, and most recently, devastating fires… Continue reading

Thursday, September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. This day falls under Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, which is the entire month of September. During this month, mental health advocates work to spread awareness of suicide,… Continue reading

You might be spending more time than ever by yourself during the COVID-19 pandemic. While it may not be difficult to find extra time to yourself right now, it can still be tough to be… Continue reading

We don’t always feel in control of our circumstances, and that can make it especially hard when our circumstances seem to control our emotions. But the truth is, in many cases, your situation doesn’t have… Continue reading

Your self-image—the way you view yourself and your beliefs about how other people see you—is important to your overall mental health. It affects your self-esteem, anxiety levels, relationships, and ability to achieve goals. Improving your… Continue reading

Mental health is important at any age—and it’s important to continue to pay attention to mental health as we or those we love grow older. Some of the mental health challenges that older adults face… Continue reading

For many people, the new year is a time for new resolutions. Because of this, it’s the perfect time to evaluate your mental and emotional health and set goals that can help you to live… Continue reading

Giving and receiving gifts is something many people look forward to during the holidays. But the pressure to spend money, the worry of figuring out the perfect gift for everyone on your list, and the… Continue reading