Veronica Ingrao, LCSW, LADC, CCS

good therapy

How Do I Know I’m Receiving GOOD Therapy?

Therapy is an emotional and financial investment, so people’s hesitation makes sense.  Some basic ways to assess whether or not you are receiving quality therapy, versus just chatting with a stranger, are:  Your therapist is qualified. It is very important to find a counselor with credentials and certifications in the area you are experiencing stressors […]

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Mindfulness

4 Methods for a Minute of Mindfulness I am Loving this Holiday Season

Well, the past few years have been intense—from elections to a global virus, to isolation and the holiday season ramping up—stress is real! But stress also gives us a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness and expand our present-moment awareness. Instead of compulsively Googling gift ideas or worrying about distant loved ones, try one of these

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procrastination

Procrastination Isn’t Laziness: A Self-Compassionate Approach

As darkness sets upon us incredibly early and we’re feeling like it’s 12A at 5P, dialogues about procrastination multiply. At risk of sounding like a blind optimist (I’m not) – what a wonderful growth opportunity! Lack of vigor can put our priorities under a microscope and help us with time management. What needs to happen

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