Mental Health Blog
10 Tips for Taking Control of Your Emotions When They Are Out of Control
10 Tips for Taking Control of Your Emotions When They Are Out of Control By Washington Psychological Wellness | Serving Montgomery County, with offices in Rockville, and Gaithersburg, MD Emotions are a natural part of life, but sometimes they can feel...
How Social Media Affects Our Self-Esteem
How Social Media Affects Our Self-Esteem | Advice from a Rockville, MD Therapist Social media—love it or hate it, it’s everywhere. Whether you're scrolling through Instagram, checking out the latest TikTok trends, or catching up on Facebook, social media has become...
Why Does Silence Make Us Uncomfortable? Advice from a Rockville, MD Therapist
Why Does Silence Make Us Uncomfortable? Advice from a Montgomery County Therapist Have you ever been in a conversation where silence suddenly creeps in, making the air feel heavy and the seconds stretch endlessly? You’re not alone! Silence can be unsettling, even...
What is The Difference Between a Mental Health Coach and a Therapist in Maryland?
Mental health support is more accessible than ever, with various professionals offering guidance, healing, and empowerment. Two common roles in this field are mental health coaches and therapists. While they both help individuals improve their emotional well-being,...
Help, I’m the Main Character! And Other Mental Health Plots Teens Relate To
Help, I’m the Main Character! And Other Mental Health Plots Teens Relate ToLet’s face it: every teen has their main character moments. You know the ones—when it’s raining, and you’re staring out the window, pretending you’re in a music video set to Taylor Swift’s...
Stress Management Strategies for Busy Professionals in Montgomery County
You wake up to an alarm, scroll through a dozen emails before your first sip of coffee, and squeeze onto I-270 only to hit traffic... again. Sound familiar? If you’re a busy professional in Montgomery County, Maryland, you probably know stress all too well. But...
Surviving (and Thriving!) the Holidays: Your Ultimate Guide to Joyful Sanity
Surviving (and Thriving!) the Holidays Ah, the holiday season! A time for twinkling lights, festive cheer, and... endless to-do lists, awkward family moments, and the occasional holiday meltdown. Let’s face it, as magical as the holidays can be, they’re also a...
How to Be More Socially Competent: A Guide to Thriving in Social Situations
What is a True Friend in Life? Friendship is one of the most valuable and enriching experiences in life. True friends stand by our side, offering support, encouragement, and companionship through life’s ups and downs. But what exactly defines a true friend? Is it...
How to Be More Socially Competent: A Guide to Thriving in Social Situations
How to Be More Socially Competent: A Guide to Thriving in Social Situations Social competence is essential for building strong relationships, succeeding in professional environments, and improving emotional well-being. However, not everyone feels comfortable in...
Understanding PANDAS/PANS: How Therapy Can Help
Understanding PANDAS/PANS: How Therapy Can Help When it comes to children's mental health, parents are often on the lookout for the usual suspects like ADHD, anxiety, and depression. However, lesser-known conditions like PANDAS and PANS can often go unnoticed, even...
10 Tips for Taking Control of Your Emotions When They Are Out of Control
10 Tips for Taking Control of Your Emotions When They Are Out of Control By Washington Psychological Wellness | Serving Montgomery County, with offices in Rockville, and Gaithersburg, MD Emotions are a natural part of life, but sometimes they can feel overwhelming,...
How Social Media Affects Our Self-Esteem
How Social Media Affects Our Self-Esteem | Advice from a Rockville, MD Therapist Social media—love it or hate it, it’s everywhere. Whether you're scrolling through Instagram, checking out the latest TikTok trends, or catching up on Facebook, social media has become a...
Why Does Silence Make Us Uncomfortable? Advice from a Rockville, MD Therapist
Why Does Silence Make Us Uncomfortable? Advice from a Montgomery County Therapist Have you ever been in a conversation where silence suddenly creeps in, making the air feel heavy and the seconds stretch endlessly? You’re not alone! Silence can be unsettling, even...
What is The Difference Between a Mental Health Coach and a Therapist in Maryland?
Mental health support is more accessible than ever, with various professionals offering guidance, healing, and empowerment. Two common roles in this field are mental health coaches and therapists. While they both help individuals improve their emotional well-being,...
Help, I’m the Main Character! And Other Mental Health Plots Teens Relate To
Help, I’m the Main Character! And Other Mental Health Plots Teens Relate ToLet’s face it: every teen has their main character moments. You know the ones—when it’s raining, and you’re staring out the window, pretending you’re in a music video set to Taylor Swift’s “All...
Stress Management Strategies for Busy Professionals in Montgomery County
You wake up to an alarm, scroll through a dozen emails before your first sip of coffee, and squeeze onto I-270 only to hit traffic... again. Sound familiar? If you’re a busy professional in Montgomery County, Maryland, you probably know stress all too well. But here’s...
Surviving (and Thriving!) the Holidays: Your Ultimate Guide to Joyful Sanity
Surviving (and Thriving!) the Holidays Ah, the holiday season! A time for twinkling lights, festive cheer, and... endless to-do lists, awkward family moments, and the occasional holiday meltdown. Let’s face it, as magical as the holidays can be, they’re also a recipe...
How to Be More Socially Competent: A Guide to Thriving in Social Situations
What is a True Friend in Life? Friendship is one of the most valuable and enriching experiences in life. True friends stand by our side, offering support, encouragement, and companionship through life’s ups and downs. But what exactly defines a true friend? Is it the...
How to Be More Socially Competent: A Guide to Thriving in Social Situations
How to Be More Socially Competent: A Guide to Thriving in Social Situations Social competence is essential for building strong relationships, succeeding in professional environments, and improving emotional well-being. However, not everyone feels comfortable in social...
Understanding PANDAS/PANS: How Therapy Can Help
Understanding PANDAS/PANS: How Therapy Can Help When it comes to children's mental health, parents are often on the lookout for the usual suspects like ADHD, anxiety, and depression. However, lesser-known conditions like PANDAS and PANS can often go unnoticed, even...