by Sarah Spiegelhoff, Ph.D., LMHC-D, LPC, NCC | Apr 13, 2021 | Counseling, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Wellness
Credentials at the Doctoral Level It might be easy to Google a psychotherapist in your local area, but how do you know which psychotherapist is the right fit? Over the next few weeks, I will decode the process. We will begin with credentials at the...
by Sarah Spiegelhoff, Ph.D., LMHC-D, LPC, NCC | Apr 7, 2021 | Counseling, Mental Health
Over this month. I want to provide you with information on counseling, different types of psychotherapists you might come across, integrative mental health, and more. Today, let’s start at the beginning. What is counseling? Many of my followers may know...
by Sarah Spiegelhoff, Ph.D., LMHC-D, LPC, NCC | Feb 17, 2021 | Counseling, Fitness, Lifestyle, Mental Health
Endorphins are probably the best-known neuropeptide – chemicals that affect emotional states. Endorphins promote a sense of calm and reduce pain, which is why they are referred to as endogenous opioids. While endorphins do not actually cross the blood-brain...
by Sarah Spiegelhoff, Ph.D., LMHC-D, LPC, NCC | Feb 12, 2021 | Counseling, Diet, integrative health, Mental Health, Nutrition
Easy Vegetarian Recipe Combine these four foods and eat your way into a more healthy life. Recipe tip: To make it quick and easy, start with the Trader Joe’s Greens & Veggies Salad kit, which is filled with kale, sprouts, and radicchio, and pistachios. Add...
by Sarah Spiegelhoff, Ph.D., LMHC-D, LPC, NCC | Feb 9, 2021 | Counseling, Mental Health, Teen & Young Adult
The pandemic has been difficult, especially difficult for teens. Adolescence is a time for teens to transition from youth to young adulthood. COVID adjustments can lead to teens feeling anxious, depressed, and lonely. Below are some indications of mental...
by Sarah Spiegelhoff, Ph.D., LMHC-D, LPC, NCC | Feb 3, 2021 | Diet, integrative health, Mental Health, Nutrition, Reviews, Wellness
The beginning of a new year often comes with the goal of eating better. Eating better doesn’t have to be hard. Try these simple tips to transition into a healthy diet. Try focusing on two areas: Fill yourself with vegetables and...