Why I Took Time Off From College (2016 Mercy Grad)
From my freshman year of high school, I had my college plans laid out. I was going to go to a big state university, join their cheer team, get my bachelor’s degree in pre-law, [...]
4 Things You Need to Know About Forgiveness
Forgiveness. I think most people, at one time or another, have found this to be a scary or challenging word. For me, this word literally felt impossible. I was caught up in so much [...]
The Perfect Love of a Heavenly Father
Father’s Day is set to be a celebration of our “superhero” dads, many of whom have truly been a supporter, a comforting friend, and a guiding example, pointing us to Jesus. However, not all [...]
Mental Health Matters for Christians Too
Over the past few years, there has been a push to help raise more awareness about the reality of mental health struggles. Organizations have made moves to help support their employees, and some schools [...]
5 Signs It’s Time to Seek Professional Help
Today, there seem to be many perspectives on therapy. Fortunately, the stigma of therapy seems to be wearing off as mental health awareness continues to grow and the effects of mental illness are frequently [...]
Am I Okay? Why Checking In With Yourself Is So Important
Do you ever take the time to ask yourself, "Am I Okay?" As a mental health professional, I cannot overemphasize how important it is to make sure you are taking care of your emotional [...]