Here is a list of all of the mental health and wellness blog topics discussed by Jessica Herd, LMHC in 2023. Thank you for being a loyal reader! Happy New Year!
Services for improving mental health and well-being
Jessica Herd, LMHC shares her gratitude for the therapy process and her role as a therapist. She also shares a behind-the-curtains set of reminders, affirmations, and mantras that came up in sessions during 2023 that were beneficial to her clients.
Protect Your Peace! Tips for Navigating Holiday Season
In this blog post, Jessica Herd, LMHC shares some common challenges that can arise during the holiday season. She then continues with coping skills and strategies for managing stress, anxiety, low energy, and familial relationships during this festive time.
Talk to Me Nice! How to Change Our Self-Talk
Jessica Herd, LMHC explains what self-talk is, and the differences between negative self-talk and positive self-talk. She then shares step-by-step tips on how to start changing the tone of your inner voice.
Unlocking Therapy's Benefits: Tips for Getting Started
In this blog post, Jessica Herd, LMHC shares three tips to anyone who may be considering entering therapy for the first time.
Summer Slow Down
Jessica Herd, LMHC encourages the reader to save time for self during the busy summer season. She also invites the reader to catch up on past blog posts from 2023.
The Other Side of Healing
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Jessica Herd, LMHC discusses the less observed side of healing in therapy. She describes why it is an important part of improving our mental health, and normalizes the challenges that may arise. Jessica also shares some strategies for coping through this period of the healing process.
Managing Stress Using Your Five Senses
Jessica Herd, LMHC focuses on stress for Stress Awareness Month by sharing some facts about stress and the impact it can have on our mental health when not properly managed. She also gives practical examples of how the reader can use their five senses to identify stress management techniques.
What Now? Suggestions for Between Visits with Your Therapist
Jessica Herd, LMHC shares recommendations for continuing the healing process in between sessions with your therapist. These strategies will help the reader to prioritize their mental health outside of their therapist’s office by identifying ways to process emotions and thoughts, continue the work, and prepare for the next therapy session.
How to Achieve Mental Wellness in Winter
Jessica Herd, LMHC describes an experience that some individuals struggle with during winter (Seasonal Affective Disorder) and shares mental health resources for coping during this season.