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Heather M. McKenzie, Therapist
Online Counseling and Clinical Supervision
(919) 744-8335
I hope that you find the content here helpful! This blog is meant to provide ideas, tips, and insights and is not meant to replace a relationship with a therapist or to serve as medical advice for your specific needs.
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How to cope when the nation is in crisis
The U.S. is going through intense and emotional turbulence. There's no roadmap and this is new for all of us. Some tools to help you cope.
Jun 7, 20205 min read
Surviving Stay Home Orders with your Sanity Intact
There's no roadmap for what we're experiencing right now. Here are 19 strategies to help us emerge on the other side with our sanity intact.
Apr 14, 20208 min read
How a quarantine can impact your relationships and interactions (and what to do about it)
If you live with other people, you will be dealing with some unprecedented experiences in your environment over the next weeks and months.
Mar 31, 202011 min read
Your (understandable) anxiety about the Coronavirus COVID-19
Feeling overwhelmed about a novel pandemic killing people worldwide is perfectly fitting. But letting anxiety control or paralyze you is not
Mar 10, 20206 min read
Questions to ask before getting married or making a commitment (please!)
If you're thinking about making a long-term commitment, please save yourselves some heartache and dive into these questions. Please!
Jan 21, 20204 min read
Your brain needs a DOSE of happy chemicals (how you can do this)
Learn about how our brains work and the flexibility we have to change some ineffective patterns and states of being.
Oct 15, 20194 min read
What does it mean to “need better boundaries?” (and how to do it)
If you're wondering if you need some different boundaries, do a quick assessment for any feelings of resentment towards others.
Aug 13, 20198 min read
Validation: the secret superpower for improving your communication and relationships
Validation is a communication tool that lets another person know “I hear you.” When used correctly, it can completely shift the dynamic.
Jun 18, 20195 min read
Your thoughts are making you feel worse.
Our thoughts and perceptions of ourselves and our life situations have a huge impact on our daily experience.
May 14, 20193 min read
How stress can help you grow
Stress is a natural part of life. The key is managing it well. Try some strategies I discussed on this podcast with a colleague.
Apr 9, 20191 min read
Why you should be curious about Mindfulness and 5 easy ways to do it
Mindfulness is an approach that we can take towards our daily life to have intentional awareness of what we feel and think and how to react.
Mar 19, 20195 min read
What is my Love Language (and why does it matter?)
We each prefer to give and receive love in different ways. Learn more about your preferences so that your needs in relationships can be met.
Feb 12, 20195 min read
How to make hard decisions (the Six Thinking Hats model)
Decision-making is hard, especially if there's possible risk or negative consequences. The Six Thinking Hats is a pragmatic tool to help you
Jan 22, 20197 min read
Does Your Relationship Need Help? Here's an app to help you.
One relationship app that I recommend frequently for strengthening & improving relationships is the Gottman Card Deck.
Nov 13, 201812 min read
What can I do about my anger? 5 steps to improve your anger management.
Anger is a normal human emotion, and it can be helpful; motivating us to take action. Here's how to manage when it feels out of control.
Oct 16, 20184 min read
Podcasts your future self will thank you for listening to.
Podcasts to explore that can help with your mental health and overall wellness.
Sep 18, 20188 min read
What are the best mental health apps to help you feel better?
Apps can be a great self-help tool or a supplement to therapy. Apps can help you pay better attention to your thoughts feelings & behaviors.
Aug 21, 201813 min read
6 ways to Tame your Stress
Stress is a useful and important biological response. We can't avoid it. Here's how to keep it in the helpful zone.
Jul 17, 20186 min read
How you can breathe your way to feeling better
Your breathing pattern and style sends signals to your brain. Here's how you can better control your signals.
Jun 12, 20184 min read
Why can’t I sleep?
Sleep issues are an indicator that something else is afoot. Try some strategies to improve your sleep and related emotional issues.
May 15, 20187 min read
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