Natalie David, MSW Student/InternApr 14, 20214 minThe Pursuit of Perfectionism: Letting GoPerfectionism isn’t achievable; the perfection you see is an illusion, so why are so many people striving to meet it? Perfectionism is...
Angel Archer, MSW Student/InternApr 1, 20214 minSupporting a Partner with AnxietyAccording to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S....
Natalie David, MSW Student/InternMar 26, 20213 minCelebrating Social Workers this March “When action meets compassion, lives change.” March is National Social Work Month, which means it’s a special time at Arise Counseling &...
Angel Archer, MSW Student/InternMar 4, 20215 minHow Social Media Can Impact Mental HealthAccording to social media platform reports on the current number of active users in 2020, there are 231.47 million social media users,...
Natalie David, MSW Student/InternFeb 25, 20213 minBoundaries - The Power of “No”“Daring to set boundaries is having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others.” - Brené Brown Boundaries are...
Angel Archer, MSW Student/InternFeb 11, 20212 minFinding the Therapist Who is Right for YouTherapist: And what do we say when we’re sad? Me: Less depressy more progressy. Therapist: No. Chances are if you are on social media you...
Natalie David, MSW Student/InternJan 29, 20213 minEnding the StigmaBy: Natalie David, MSW Student Intern According to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), more than half of U.S. adults with mental...
Angel Archer, MSW Student/InternJan 15, 20213 minNavigating The Pandemic As A TherapistIn March 2020, states shut down across the U.S. affecting us all. COVID-19 has been a part of our daily conversations, decisions, and...
Angel Archer MSW Student/InternDec 14, 20204 minRecovery During the HolidaysAs Christmas approaches, most of us are starting to make plans for how we are spending our holidays. We are planning where we will be...
Ashley Toti, LCSW-A & Angel Archer, InternNov 24, 20203 minHoliday Healthy BoundariesWritten by Arise therapist Ashely Toti, LCSW-A and Angel Archer MSW Student/Intern Holiday Season. Yep, that’s right. Two words that can...
Natalie David, MSW Student/InternNov 18, 20203 minFood Freedom this Holiday SeasonThe holidays are a season associated with gathering with family and friends (even if it’s over Zoom this year), catching up, and sharing...
Natalie David, MSW internNov 4, 20204 minMoving Your Body & Improving Your Mental HealthBy Natalie David, MSW Intern Gentle reminder before reading: while moving your body can impact your mental health, it’s also healthy to...
Angel Archer, MSW Student/InternOct 27, 20203 min5 Tips to Cope with Re-entry Anxiety During the COVID-19 PandemicWith COVID-19 restrictions lessening here in North Carolina, you may find yourself back in social situations. You may be expected to come...