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Staying Grounded in a Pandemic
As we move into the second week of Michigan’s stay-at-home order, many of us are feeling the stress of schools and daycares closing, job loss or job uncertainty, all while continuously checking our news feeds to see the latest updates on the COVID-19 pandemic. During...
Turning the “What ifs” Around
Getting Along with One Another during a Quarantine I must admit, as much as I advise people against dwelling on the “What if…” questions that tend to drag us down, I have fallen prey to such thoughts in the midst of our ever-changing world. Staying in the present,...
Being Awake During the Coronavirus
As I sit in my home during the current COVID-19- related state of emergency, I am confronted with the reality that there is a lot of time on my hands to think, and a lot of fodder to think upon. From daily news announcements, to the online commentary and “non-news”,...
Getting the Most out of Your Next Online Therapy Session
Has your therapist recently taken your sessions online? While many people choose to do therapy online, being asked to switch from in-person to online might bring up some disappointment or uncertainty. You might feel reluctant or uneasy about the impact this change...
Radical Acceptance and Coping with Crisis
Despite your current level of panic over the recent pandemic, you are likely being affected in some way. You may find yourself quarantined at home, out of work, working remotely, your business might be suffering, or you or someone you know might be sick. We are all...
All Counseling Sessions Now Online
In order to continue to provide services to our community while simultaneously taking part to help slow the spread of COVID-19, GR TherapyGroup is conducting therapy 100% online. All sessions are now conducted as teletherapy either over the internet or by phone....
Navigating Mental Health During the Coronavirus Restrictions
The spread of the coronavirus in the U.S. is creating a new age of anxiety and it’s no surprise. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered all K-12 school buildings closed to students beginning Monday, March 16, 2020 through Sunday, April 5, 2020. There is also a ban on...
Moving Through an Affair: The Decision
After writing about the initial crisis period of an affair, it was clear to me that a follow-up article was necessary. I have to confess, though, that it has been a challenge to write. There’s so much complexity and uniqueness to every relationship, so much to fill in...
The Impact of Trauma on Intimacy
What is trauma? In short, trauma is any negative impactful event that has shifted your perception of the world. Trauma can make it extremely difficult to maintain relationships as it forces us to constantly remain in ‘fight or flight’ mode. Feeling constantly on edge...
When our Intentions do not Have the Desired Impact
Valentine’s Day is known for exchanges of romantic interest, intention, and gifts. In fact, the history of giving cards, flowers, and chocolates in the name of love extends back to least five hundred years and has been commercialized in the United States since the...