Category: JFCS Counseling Services

Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or impacted by trauma. When the nervous system is in distress, it needs tools for regulation—and one of the most effective and accessible tools I recommend is mindfulness and meditation. These practices are backed by research and have been shown to:…Read More

Stress, the ever-encompassing word that shows up everywhere we look. As humans, a jolt of anxious energy isn't bad. It can help us focus, help us get motivated, or help us to pay better attention. That's the kind of stress that is often seen as functional or helpful. When you're…Read More

I have been facilitating a caregiver support group for over 20 years. It is one of the highlights of my work, being there in the moment, helping caregivers find some relief from the stress they feel in their journeys.  Support groups have been part of the services that JFCS offers…Read More

While social media can be a source of support in challenging times, it can also become stressful. Because we can’t control what others post, social media may trigger feelings of anxiety or even depression.  Social Media Can Bolster Community Resilience Seeking out support networks is an important step toward coping…Read More