By Joseph Tropper, MS, LCPC Scientists have struggled to explain why yawns are catchy. Brian Rundle, a doctoral student in psychology and neuroscience at Baylor University discovered something interesting. In a small study of 135 college students his team rated participants for their degree of … [Read more...]
Navigating Adolescents: The Paradox
By Connie Meyerowitz, LCSW-C How many adults do you know that, if given the choice, would voluntarily return to high school and become a teenager again? Ask yourself this question before reading on. My guess is your answer mirrors the sentiments of many whom I’ve asked this question to: a … [Read more...]
My Favorite Mindfulness Exercises
By Joseph Tropper, MS, LCPC It’s easy to feel like we’re losing our minds in the everyday hustle and bustle of work, home, financial and personal responsibilities. Research shows the great benefits gained by the practice of mindfulness. Mindfulness is the process of getting in touch with yourself, … [Read more...]
8 Benefits of Therapy
By RCC Staff Introduction There’s no one in the world who’s free from difficulty in life - whether big challenges or small problems, we all go through them. It’s human nature to want to muscle through life and hope everything will be okay. This is certainly a noble and often helpful … [Read more...]
10 “D”s of Why People Delay Therapy
By Joseph Tropper, LCPC and Fraida Cohen, BA “I should really talk to someone about what’s on my mind…” Sound familiar? We all have our reasons for not seeking help when we know we can really use it. Even when we’re struggling and want to reach out for help, it may seem impossible to take the next … [Read more...]