Anxiety

Back to School Anxiety: A Parent’s Guide

            As July is nearing its finish line, another season of change is right around the corner: Going back to school! This season can bring up a plethora of emotions for kids as they navigate the transition. As a parent, you may notice changes in your child as this time of year approaches. These changes may […]

Catching Zzzz’s

Do you find yourself struggling to fall asleep? Do you have a hard time winding down, laying awake for hours, and then feeling groggy in the morning? Maybe you have racing thoughts or a never-ending to-do list keeping you up. You are not alone. So many clients coming in for therapy for anxiety report having […]

Thoughts on Trial

Something we see a lot of here at Refuge is anxiety; more people struggle with anxiety and overwhelming feelings of worry than ever before. First, we want you to know that anxiety is normal! Your brain and body are trying to protect you from hurt or discomfort so it wants to be prepared. Anxiety is […]

Relief From the ‘Rock Bottom’ Feeling

The “rock bottom” that you are are feeling may actually be an expression of grief or an expression of “I am overwhelmed and so very tired.”

Rock Bottom and Finding Acceptance

“We must let go of the life we have planned, so as to accept the one that is waiting for us.” Joseph Campbell