Serendipity Therapy Services

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As we are getting closer and closer to a return back to a "new normal," many individuals may be feeling new anxieties or stress and difficulties in readjusting and coping with the changes we are now facing. Therapy sessions can help relieve some of those anxieties by introducing new coping skills and strategies for working through some of the stress and changes, and can also help ease some of the fears or insecurities we are all feeling. Also, as I am returning from my maternity leave, I am offering therapy to anyone who is or who has been pregnant during this pandemic, as this is something that I experienced myself and I now have a soft spot for all of the women who are becoming mothers during this time. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or if you would like to schedule an appointment!

There are many reasons people choose not to attend therapy, from feeling uncomfortable, to thinking they cannot afford it, to believing that whatever current issue they are facing will pass soon enough. Many of these reasons may feel valid in the moment, but in the long run, therapy is invaluable and it is well worth making the time, skipping a dinner out for the week, and allowing yourself to become vulnerable in the company of someone who can empathize and provide support. ... This article goes over the hesitations some people have about therapy, and provides a bit of reassurance of the benefits of attending sessions. Please feel free to reach out if you’d like to discuss any of your concerns! https://www.google.com//10-reasons-why-people-refuse-talk-

The recent police officer suicides have raised awareness of mental health in this particular line of work. Because there still remains such a strong stigma against asking for help, or for admitting to a personal struggle, unfortunately, many of these officers will still hesitate in seeking the help they desperately need. For those of you who have a loved one working in law enforcement, you may be witness to the battles they are facing - and you can assist them in taking the... first step in getting the help they deserve. Please reach out if you or someone you know is exhibiting any concerning behaviors, is sharing worrisome thoughts, or is acting in an alarming way. If you are noticing suicidal thoughts or behaviors, do not hesitate, and contact 911 or call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-8255. Help is out there, and there is no shame in asking for it for yourself or for someone you care about. See more

If Sesame Street can be open about family addiction, we all can be! I am so happy to see the creators of Sesame Street bringing awareness and working to normalize something that has become so common among so many American families today. Addiction is a FAMILY disease, and every family member has the right to share their story without facing shame, stigma, or judgment. Sending a huge thank you to Sesame Street for recognizing that children are a part of this epidemic, too!

The power of personal strength can promote the power of support for someone else who needs it down the road. Whatever it is that you’re going through now, remind yourself that you WILL get through it. And when you do, you’ll be able to help guide others through their pain and struggle.