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If you are struggling with overwhelming anxiety lately, you are definitely not alone. The uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic has led to spikes in our overall anxiety levels, especially with the nearly constant media coverage. In addition to the ongoing discussion concerning the virus, the actions necessary for the health of our communities can leave…

Marriages are no easy task. They require constant hard work and dedication in order to stay healthy. Prior to getting married, many individuals and their partners are now choosing to participate in premarital counseling, regardless of religious affiliation, in order to ensure a successful marriage. The following is a list of benefits that couples can experience…

Many people look at taking anger management classes as being a negative thing. If a family member has been encouraging you to look into these classes or if you have been ordered to take them by the court, then you should know that they aren’t as bad as you might think. In fact, anger management…

Why is it important to for people to seek help after emotional or psychological abuse? When people hear about domestic abuse, most think of physical abuse. Some will even minimize emotional or psychological abuse by saying things like “at least he/she isn’t hitting you”. However, the impact of emotional and psychological abuse should not be…

Panic attacks are frightening. The anxiety that leads to an attack is debilitating. We can feel powerless when certain triggers send our bodies into a fight, flight or freeze response. Our whole being is created intricately and we can affect our response to these triggers. It is crucial to understand how three brain centers work. Amygdala:…

Life always moves faster than we think it does. One day you’re watching your baby take their first steps, then in the blink of an eye they’re in a cap and gown closing the last chapter of their childhood. It might seem like yesterday when your parents were helping you move into your first apartment,…

If you’ve ever experienced a panic attack you know how scary it can be. Sometimes there are obvious triggers, but sometimes they seem to come from nowhere at all. They can punch you in the chest, take your breath away, and leave you feeling exhausted and confused. Some symptoms of a panic attack – some…

Anxiety comes in many forms, and the first step to relieving its negative impact on your life is by facing your fears. In an age where social approval is endlessly sought after, many of us struggle with the fear of not being enough. Society asks us to excel at work, maintain a variety of relationships,…

The world is full of advice; media sources, relatives, friends, and coworkers all have their opinions about how to confront the trials you are facing. The Bible says in Proverbs 13:10, “Through insolence comes nothing but strife, but wisdom is with those who receive counsel.” We want to seek wisdom, but whose counsel can be…

Dear clients of Stonebriar Counseling Associates, Stonebriar Counseling Associates is informed of the coronavirus concern and is keeping up to date with the new development and precautions from the CDC. Our primary goal is our client’s health and safety while still being able to provide our services. In light of growing anxieties around the new…