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There is something so special that happens when you read a good book: it clicks! The words you read strike a chord and the author’s message resonates. Has this ever happened to you? Maybe the stories told were somehow similar to your own experiences. It could be that the vocabulary helped you paint a profound […]

Is anxiety normal? Anxiety is a feeling of worry, unease, restlessness, fear, or dread. We may feel anxious about things that are about to happen or believe could happen in the future. Anxiety is far from a rare occurrence. The truth is that everyone feels anxious from time to time. People often experience anxiety during […]

Halloween and the fall season come with reminders of mortality. The way we process and work through death, fear, and grief relies on our personal histories, cultural influences, and social environments. Fear is a normal part of life that results in physiological reactions that serve to keep us safe from harm. Whether these experiences leave […]

Is your child struggling at home and/or school? Do you feel like you have tried everything? You and your child are not alone in this feeling. As a children’s therapist who specializes in working with ages 5-14, I want to help support you, your child, and your family in these struggles. I recognize that it […]

If you have been feeling stressed out lately and think you may be on the verge of burnout, look out for these warning signs. Below, we’ll talk about what burnout is and the strategies you can use to reduce stress and avoid overwhelming relapses. What exactly is burnout? Burnout is a term that is most […]

About the new 988 mental health lifeline The 988 mental health crisis lifeline rolls out nationwide on July 16, 2022. This simple 3-digit phone number was established to make it easier for those experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis to reach counselors and receive support. Dialing 988 will route calls to the National […]

Andrews & Associates Counseling recently hosted the Mind, Body & Heart Expo in Manhattan, KS. This educational and interactive health and wellness event was designed to encourage the community to build connections and utilize local health and wellness resources. The event was offered free to the public, made possible in part by contributions from local […]

What is the key to wellness? The simple answer…is that there is no simple answer. Many different factors contribute to how well you feel. Your personal values, current situation, and the choices you make are just a few of the determinants that influence how complete your sense of wellbeing is at any point in time. […]

As autumn advances, temperatures drop and the days become shorter. This shift can cause some people to feel down. But incorporating autumn self care activities can help lift our spirits! Why is self care so important? Because wellbeing starts within! Taking time out of the day for yourself is a small act of self-compassion that […]