The Impact of Perinatal Loss on Parental Mental Health
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMay 17, 2023 grief, grief counseling, grief therapy, miscarriage, perinatal loss, perinatal mental health, stillbirth0 comments
The emotional toll of perinatal loss, a devastating experience of losing a baby during pregnancy or shortly after birth, is often overlooked and underestimated. This article sheds light on the profound effects it has on the mental health of parents and highlights available treatment options for healing and support.
The Emotional Consequences of Perinatal...Learn MoreAttachment Styles in Adult Romantic Relationships
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMay 8, 2023 attachment styles, attachment theory, couples counseling, couples therapy, dating, relationship, relationship conflict, relationship counseling, relationship resolutions0 comments
Attachment theory, which was first introduced by British psychoanalyst John Bowlby in the 1950s and 60s, posits that the way a child forms attachments to their primary caregiver can have a significant impact on how we approach romantic relationships as adults. Research has shown that early attachment styles can manifest in a variety of ways within our adult romantic relationships,...Learn MoreDo I Need Antidepressants? 5 Ways To Tell
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMay 4, 2023 Antidepressants, depression, medication management, medicine, psychiatric services, psychiatry0 comments
Depression is a common mental health disorder that can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. According to the World Health Organization, more than 264 million people worldwide experience depression. If you are experiencing symptoms of depression, you may be wondering, “Do I Need Antidepressants?”
Here are some signs that antidepressants might be right for...Learn MoreHow to Find a Good Therapist for You
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghApril 26, 2023 best counselor for me, how to find a good therapist, how to get the most out of therapy, searching for a therapist pittsburgh, what is an lpc vs lmhc vs lcsw, what is lcsw, what is lpc0 comments
The decision to start therapy can be a courageous and empowering step towards improving your mental health and overall wellness. However, how to find a good therapist for you can be a daunting task. With so many choices available, it’s important to consider several factors to ensure that you find a therapist who meets your unique needs and preferences. Here are some key...Learn MoreThe Fight Response on the Road AKA Road Rage
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghApril 24, 2023 fight flight freeze, fight response, flight or fight, freeze response, nervous system, nervous system regulation, road rage, stress responses, sympathetic nervous system0 comments
Welcome back to our stress responses series; what they are and how they manifest in different contexts. So far, we’ve explored the different stages of the freeze response: Freeze in a survival scenario and Freeze during social threats, and in our last blog, you survived the ultimate cage fight with Michael Myers (you’ll have to go back and read that one if you are wondering how you...Learn MoreFight or Flight? An Exploration of the Fight Response in a Horror Film
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghApril 19, 2023 fight flight freeze, flight or fight, freeze response, nervous system, nervous system regulation, stress responses, sympathetic nervous system0 comments
Welcome back to this series on the stress responses. Our hope is to untangle the web of confusion that has been spun surrounding these responses, and to demystify this innate human ability that we all possess and experience regularly. Our last two articles explored the freeze response—you learned how to recognize the differing stages of the freeze response in both Big T (catastrophic...Learn More