Isolation and uncertainty, compounded with stressful changes, has affected mental health for populations across the board during COVID-19, prompting many to turn to substance use. Over the course of the pandemic, the United States has seen a dramatic increase in substance use, as well as cases of...

There’s no way around it: the past 14 months have been intense, and the mental health impacts of the pandemic will last for years – if not decades – to come. Whether it’s the effects of social isolation, loss & grief, financial turbulence, nationwide divisiveness &...

While the lockdown for COVID-19 was intended to keep people safe, for some it was a catalyst for domestic violence, with incidences of intimate partner violence and child abuse increasing across the globe when the pandemic hit. The stress of economic devastation, widespread uncertainty, health worries,...

There’s no doubt that COVID has highlighted the effects of isolation and uncertainty on mental health, driving many people’s mental states towards depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. The range of its effects vary from one population to the next and showcases the spectrum of needs...

We’ve seen an increased amount of society working from home as a result of the pandemic, meaning an increased dependence on technology and more screen time (Zoom fatigue anyone?). On top of economic uncertainty, heightened social anxiety, a surge in social media usage, and feelings of isolation, people...

As we bring this intense, challenging year to a close, how can you best support the mental health of yourself (and possibly your clients)? We’ve previously explored the inner resources of acceptance and gratitude; the holidays are a perfect time to implement more joy, especially in the midst...

Strategies for Cultivating Gratitude Looking for a way to stay sane and grounded this COVID holiday season? Intentionally practicing gratitude has proven to not only boost your spirits on a daily basis, but can also change the pathways in your brain to help you become a happier person in general. While...

As those of us in the mental health field know all too well, the human brain is a funny – and powerful – thing. It’s not really programmed for calm awareness & acceptance. On one hand, we are wired to look for negative experiences more than positive ones. It’s a fabulous...

At the mercy of COVID-19, many of us are confined to our living spaces and having to manage new routines, diets, and other activities of daily living. While the situation has affected us all differently, we’ve put together a COVID-19 mental health checklist to help you stay healthy, both mentally...