Welcome, Olesya! Thanks! Excited to be here. Tell us a little bit about yourself. I’m originally from Russia and came to the United States as a student about 18 years ago. Prior to earning my Master’s Degree from Lesley University and becoming a child, adolescent and adult therapist, I was an educator for about nine […]
When confronted with a child’s challenging behavior, anxiety, or intense emotional responses, conscientious parents are often left wondering whether their child is experiencing just “normal growing pains” or something that requires a little more attention. For parents of children over the age of 5, what’s considered abnormal may be harder to distinguish. In the first […]
Individuals who work in the healthcare field do so for a variety of reasons, not the least of which is helping others. The responsibility that doctors, nurses and many others including mental health professionals take on is significant. In addition, the barriers to entry into these fields are fairly high, requiring at least a master’s […]
Are you looking for a Nashville psychologist, counselor or therapist but don’t know where to start? Most people don’t seek out help when they are feeling great, so by the time they recognize the need for some support, they want it as quickly as possible. The best thing you can do is to act swiftly, […]
Anxiety can be overwhelming and difficult to manage. However, there are simple and effective strategies that can help you manage your anxiety. According to the American Psychological Association, “anxiety is an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure.” While anxiety is normal, many individuals experience excessive amounts […]