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Dec
18
Mindful Motherhood: Prioritizing Mental Health for Stay-at-Home Moms


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What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present in the moment without judgment, a valauble tool for stay-at-home moms facing the challenges of motherhood.



Understanding Mindfulness in Motherhood


Mindfulness helps mothers navigate day-to-day chaos with calmness. It fosters a meaningful connections with their children. By being present in the moment, you're able to build memories, but also reduce overwhelming yourself by allowing yourself as mom to focus on one task at a time. Overall, mindfulness helps relieve stress, provide mental clarity, and promote self-compassion, all contributing to the wellbeing of stay-at-home moms in their fulfilling journey of raising ther...


May
02
3 Questions You Need to ASK Your Potential Counselor

When looking for a counselor- finding the right fit is very important. Don't let a computer match you, talk on the phone with a potential counselor to feel out who is the right fit. In this video Erica gives you 3 essential questions to ask a potential counselor to determine if they are the right fit for you! #JCACounseling #CounselorSearch #FindingACounselor









Johns Creek and Alpharetta Counseling (#JCAC) is a warm and family orientated counseling practice in Alpharetta, Ga. We offer online counseling services in the states of Georgia and Florida. We offer in-office counseling service at our Alpharetta office which is conveniently located to serve Johns Creek, Milton, Roswell, and Cumming, G...


Apr
25
How EMDR Works... In Everyday Language! | Looking for EMDR? Start Here!

So how does EMDR work? Will it help me? In this video, Erica shares in everyday language how EMDR can help manage difficult emotions and memories from a past trauma. To learn more about EMDR or schedule with a JCA Counselor- click here: https://www.alpharettajohnscreekcounseling.com/emdr-trauma #JCACounseling #EMDR #Counseling




How EMDR Works... In Everyday Language! | Looking for EMDR? Start Here!





Johns Creek and Alpharetta Counseling (#JCAC) is a warm and family orientated counseling practice in Alpharetta, Ga. We offer online counseling services in the states of Georgia and Florida. We offer in-office counseling service at our Alpharetta office which is conveniently located to serve Johns...


Nov
14
Are you struggling with the winter blues?

If you find yourself feeling down, anxious, hopeless, fatigued, or just not yourself starting around fall while feeling relief starting in the spring – it could be Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).



Roughly 20% of the US population is affected by mild to severe SAD.



SAD can be caused by a range of factors including increased stress due to holidays, chemical changes due to less sunlight including vitamin D deficits, increased melatonin production, and decreased serotonin production, family or personal history of mental health diagnoses



Symptoms to look out for:


Decreased energy


Changes in appetite


Changes in sleeping patterns


Feeling depressed, hopeless, worthless


Less interest in things you...


Oct
14
BUILDING CHARACTER: 3 Proven Tips To Help Build Confidence | Fostering Self Esteem Part 3

Most parents want to see their children become confident and independent adults with good self esteem. In this series, Erica explores how you can foster self esteem and confidence at home with your Priorities, Discipline, and Building Character. In part 2, Erica dives into how to help build character in your children by helping them answer "Why" to good behavior. Erica Gregory explains how having a foundation in morals and integrity can grow self esteem and confidence in children.


https://youtu.be/OwybMjPkX0Q



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Johns Creek and Alpharetta Counseling (#JCAC) is a warm and family orientated counseling practice in Alpharetta, Ga. We offer online counseling services in the states of Georgia and Fl...


Sep
30
3 Proven Tips To Help Build Confidence in Your Child | Fostering Self Esteem Part 2: Discipline

Most parents want to see their children become confident and independent adults with good self esteem. In this series, Erica explores how you can foster self esteem and confidence at home with your Priorities, Discipline, and Building Character. In part 2, Erica dives into your discipline and boundary setting and gives examples to use discipline to grow confidence and character, rather than bringing out problem behavior like lying.


https://youtu.be/28bEzqj8MSc


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Johns Creek and Alpharetta Counseling (#JCAC) is a warm and family orientated counseling practice in Alpharetta, Ga. We offer online counseling services in the states of Georgia and Florida. We offer in-office counseling service a...

Sep
23
Fostering Confidence in Children Part 1: Priorities | Counselor Led Parenting Talk

Most parents want to see their children become confident and independent adults. In this series, Erica explores how you can foster that confidence at home with your Priorities, Discipline, and Building Character. In part one, Erica dives into your priorities in parenting and how you can help your child discover their personal strengths


https://youtu.be/xY-Bf59gBsU


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Aug
31
Decrease Your Worry With This Easy Tool: EFT Emotional Freedom Tapping



Decrease Your Worry With This Easy Tool: EFT Emotional Freedom Tapping





JCAC Counselor, Ginny Vose, explains Emotional Freedom Tapping (EFT), and guides you through how to use "Psychological Acupuncture" to help you reduce anxiety, pain, and emotional stress. EFT is the action of tapping meridian points, or "emotional hot spots", on your body to restore balance to your body's energy.




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Aug
29
You Are Worth Tomorrow | How To Prevent Suicide & Protect The Ones You Love



You Are Worth Tomorrow | How To Prevent Suicide & Protect The Ones You Love





Suicide can be a tough topic to talk about. The word alone seems to be spoken about in whispers or brings up fear for many people. The more we're able to create an open dialogue surrounding suicide, the more we can help prevent suicide.




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The JCAC Counselors specialize in counseling services throughout the lifespan! We offer play therapy, counseling for children, parental support, adolescent counseling, mental health services, couples counseling, premarital therapy, and individual counseling for adults.



#JCAC #Anxiety #De...


Aug
26
5 Warning Signs of Postpartum DEPRESSION | What It Feels Like, How To Get Help


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Postpartum depression is a hard topic for new mothers to talk about, and can often be dismissed as “the baby blues”. In this video, Mikayla Minehart, APC, talks about the differences between the baby blues and PPD, as well as discusses the many ways postpartum depression can present itself in new mothers, and how to reach out for help if you think you or your loved one has postpartum depression.



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https://www.youtube.com/c/JCACounseling/videos



Johns Creek and Alpharetta Counseling (#JCAC) is a warm and family orientated counseling practice in Alpharetta, Ga. We offer online counseling services in the states of Georgia and Florida. We offer in-office...