Author name: Liliam Bernal

The Transformative Power of Gratitude on Our Mental Well-being

The Transformative Power of Gratitude on Our Mental Well-being

Gratitude Can Transform Our Mental Well-Being In an ever-more frenetic world where stressors large and small weigh heavily on our minds, it is crucial to find moments of solace and strength. A powerful tool often underestimated in its simplicity is gratitude – an act that holds immense potential to profoundly transform mental well-being. This blog […]

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GROUNDING EXERCISES TO RELAX

Grounding Exercise

Welcome to this guided relaxation exercise designed to help reduce anxiety and promote a sense of calm. I’m Liliam Bernal, a licensed Clinical Social Worker. Find a quiet and comfortable space where you won’t be disturbed, and let’s begin. Take a moment to settle in and become aware of your breath. Just notice the natural

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Recognizing Emotions to Foster Self-Understanding and Growth- Group Therapy

Recognizing Emotions to Foster Self-Understanding and Growth- Group Therapy

Life’s journey can often bring unexpected turns and turns, leaving us to encounter emotions which feel overwhelming. If this describes your current state, our blog offers practical insight and tools that can help manage emotions more effectively while leading towards more fulfilling and emotionally balanced lives. Imagine being immersed in an atmosphere where all your

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Navigating Gaslighting in Relationships: Recognizing Manipulative Phrases and Differences with ineffective communication

Navigating Gaslighting in Relationships: Recognizing Manipulative Phrases and Differences with ineffective communication

Gaslighting is a form of emotional manipulation in relationships where one party attempts to gain control by distorting another person’s perception of reality. Because this behavior can be subtle and insidious, it’s essential that individuals recognize some common gaslighting phrases used within relationships in order to detect manipulation within them using simple language that’s easy-to-understand. 

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Integrating Spirituality Into Counseling: How Faith-Based Counseling Can Make a Difference

Integrating Spirituality Into Counseling: How Faith-Based Counseling Can Make a Difference

Understanding and discovering the relationship between faith, spirituality and counseling is key to unlocking a holistic approach to mental and emotional well-being. As licensed social workers we recognize the value in taking a holistic approach that considers minds, bodies and spirits; by integrating spirituality into therapy sessions we can experience profound healing and personal growth.

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