The release of the long-awaited COVID-19 vaccine has been a controversial topic for many. Everybody has adopted their own perspective of the pandemic and the threat of COVID-19 in the last year, and the vaccine is no different. The speculations of its safety and effectiveness has halted the mass vaccination needed to control the pandemic. Friends and Families have recently...[ read more ]
One thing the Covid-19 pandemic has brought about for many of us, is some degree of stress, worry, or anxiety. Having lived through more than a year of lockdowns, dodging germs, and dealing with turmoil, many of us face a new concern: the vaccine itself. So, how do you work through the anxiety you experience, whether it’s related to when...[ read more ]
Life hasn’t been the same for any of us for over a year now. As we continue to try and adapt our lives to safely deal with this coronavirus, it has taken its toll on many, both financially and emotionally. Kids have been hit particularly hard during this time. Last year, many might have thought the idea of no school...[ read more ]
Humans are social creatures and we don’t do well in isolation. That’s exactly why state penitentiaries punish prisoners by putting them into solitary confinement. It causes them great mental anguish. Many of us have felt like prisoners in solitary confinement over the last couple of months because of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown. And many of us have been...[ read more ]
As a result of the Coronavirus pandemic, many therapists have had to quickly pivot and offer their clients online sessions in an effort to help them to continue to make progress while at the same time abide by the social distancing guidelines to flatten the curve. While it seems our country and the rest of the world are slowly opening...[ read more ]
Amanda Landry was interviewed by The CW South Florida on her tips on how to cope with Covid-19. Check out the full interview by clicking on the link below: https://www.sflcw.com/rebound/mental-health-tips-on-how-to-cope-with-the-covid-19-pandemic?fbclid=IwAR2MBZO6ZQNgxce3kuEjlBP4oIQv5mHZ0Dw_yEkmrMCgdeyA-9rIGhNKdB4 Amanda Landry, LMHC, CAP, NCC practices in a beautiful and comfortable office in Wellington, Florida. She is the owner of Caring Therapists of Broward, a 5 star rated private practice...[ read more ]
The outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease is often intimidating, and may cause you to become overwhelmed. Strong emotions can arise. Coping with stress during times like this will make you stronger in dealing with your emotions. We all react differently to how we respond to stress. In this...[ read more ]
We are all in an uncertain time with the Coronavirus [COVID-19] Pandemic, which means it’s more important than ever to evaluate our mental health. Between social distancing and shelter-in-place orders adding to general panic, people might be experiencing more anxiety and depression than usual. When you are feeling isolated and stressed out – like so many of us might be–it...[ read more ]
Grounding is keeping oneself in control of personal emotions during a time of chaos. How then can we remain grounded as we live through the COVID-19 pandemic? Here are some ideas: Find balance between the chaos, and calm. Go outside, and become more aware of your environment. During your time outdoors, stop; take a deep breath and focus on all...[ read more ]
What a time to be alive! Not many of us had any idea to prepare for a pandemic within our lifetime, yet here we are. These new changes are creating new tasks and a way of life for us. If you are a parent during this time, whether new or old, you are facing a multitude of different realities that...[ read more ]