Dose of Wellness
May is Mental Health Month
How To Reset Your Mind This SpringMay is Mental Health Month, and spring weather is upon us (well…some days). Let’s use spring, a season of renewal, as a powerful mental health tool. Each year, spring returns. Nature doesn't ask permission to change — it just does....
Talking To Your Teens About Cannabis
Although recreational cannabis use may be legal in New York State for 21+, there is limited understanding of the long-term implications of cannabis use, especially in young adults. A recent study from the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Health Forum...
Beyond the Couch: Alchemy in Jungian Analytical Psychology
There seems to be a resurgence of Freudian psychoanalysis and Jungian analytical psychology. Perhaps it is just me and my bias, since I have been interested in Jungian psychology for many years. This past October, I shared a blog post about Jungian Analysis and the...
Beyond the Couch: Jungian Analysis and the Esoteric
Carl Gustav Jung (1875–1961) was a Swiss psychiatrist and the founder of analytical psychology. His work profoundly influenced not only psychology but also religion, literature, and art. Constructs from analytical psychology, such as collective unconscious,...
Embracing Fall with Seasonal Affective Disorder
There is no shortage of pumpkin spice lovers and spooky seekers who are ready for Halloween. Yet, the dwindling daylight and cooler temperatures may signal an unwelcome arrival of a different kind of seasonal shift: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a type...
How to Have a Successful First Year in College
The first year of college is an exciting time, but it can also be a little daunting. The transition from high school to college is a significant one, and it's not just about moving away from home. It's about adapting to a new academic environment, a different social...
On-Site Counseling & Professional Development Services
This is not my typical work attire and it is not Syracuse Orange. It is a vest I wore during a recent on-site visit, while walking through a warehouse. Did you know that Dr. Spiegelhoff & Associates offers on-site services for counseling and professional...
Helping Adolescents With Anxiety
Adolescent anxiety is a common mental health concern that can significantly affect emotional well-being, academic performance, and social interactions. It is one of the most common presenting problems in counseling. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and strategies...
Creating a Wellness Retreat at Home
A new trend in wellness is luxury travel, which includes wellness vacations that combine health-focused retreats (vacations) with advanced medical treatments. These wellness vacations offer a variety of services, including detoxes, fitness, massage, MRIs, genetic...