

Beyond the Readiness Score: The Future of Wellness
Beyond the Readiness Score: The Future of Wellness Imagine it, you wake up and feel amazing, but then..Boom, your readiness score says you shouldn’t be feeling good, and your mood immediately drops. This is a problem that is all too common in the current age of mobile wellness, and it’s something we all should look at beyond its surface...Learn More
When Your Mind Checks Out: Understanding Dissociation
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghFebruary 23, 2026 coping skills, disassociate, Dissociation, mental health0 comments
When Your Mind Checks Out: Understanding Dissociation
Have you ever been sitting in a meeting, staring at someone talking, and suddenly realize you haven’t heard a single word they said? Or maybe you’ve been driving home and suddenly think, Wait, how did I even get here? That strange, floaty feeling—like your brain hit “pause” on reality for a bit—is something...Learn More
Handling Grief During the Holidays
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghDecember 11, 2025 5 stages of grief, 6 stages of grief, bereavement, complicated grief, coping skills, coping with loss, death, grief, grief counseling, grief therapy, holidays, mental health0 comments
Handling Grief During the Holidays
The holiday season can bring up lots of joyful emotions, but also negative emotions. Individuals experiencing grief during the holidays may not know how to handle this difficult time. Holidays used to be filled with happy memories and laughter, now to be replaced with sadness and holiday grief. All the happy memories turn...Learn More
6 Ways To Support Men’s Mental Health
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghJanuary 19, 2024 Depression in Men, male mental health statistics, men's mental health, men's mental health awareness, men's mental health statistics, men's mental health stigma, mens mental health, mental health, mental health awareness, mental health stigma, stigma men's mental health1 comment
6 Ways to Support Men’s Mental Health
The pursuit of mental well-being is universal, but men often encounter unique challenges in acknowledging and addressing their mental health. In this blog post, we take a closer look at men’s mental health, addressing the common reluctance to seek therapy. Supported by relevant men’s mental health statistics, we...Learn More
The Harm of Face Filters and AI Headshots
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghDecember 24, 2023 AI headshots, beauty standards, body image, comparison, face filters, harm of AI headshots, harm of face filters, jealousy, low self esteem, mental health, perfectionism, pittsburgh, popular culture, social media, social media addiction, social media usage, teen anxiety, unrealistic beauty standards2 comments
The Harm of Face Filters of AI Headshots
In an era dominated by social media and visual content, the use of face filters and AI-generated headshots has become ubiquitous. While these tools offer fun and creative ways to enhance or alter one’s appearance, there’s a darker side to their pervasive use. This blog delves into the harm of face filters and AI...Learn More
Managing Depression: 14 Tips for Balancing Responsibilities
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghJune 12, 2023 depression, depression counseling, depression therapy, major depressive disorder, managing depression, mental health, mental illness, stress management0 comments
If you are managing depression and finding it challenging to handle your responsibilities, know that you are not alone. Major depressive disorder (MDD) can have a significant impact, but with recovery and symptom reduction, there is hope. Here are some tips that may assist you in managing depression while fulfilling your obligations:
Seek professional help: Never...Learn More