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    Linda Peterman, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

    Linda Peterman, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • THE ABC’S of REDUCING HOLIDAY STRESS

    Are you stressed and anxious about the holidays? Read these tips for making better use of your time, reducing your stress, and making your season merry. Here's how to have a fun, relaxing, and healthy holiday season. ASSIGN TASKS TO OTHERS: Many hands make light work.

  • Advice At a Baby Shower

    I went to a baby shower this weekend for a co-worker. Most of the guests were just beginning the experience of parenting. Many of the mom's wanted my advice since I seemed to have survived 18 years and my "baby boy" was preparing to leave for college this summer. As I listened to the other women tal

  • Avoiding Holiday Stress

    Do the holidays cause you needless amounts of stress? Do you procrastinate and put off shopping, planning parties and dinners, baking, decorating, wrapping, addressing cards, etc.? Are you already exhausted from thinking about, planning, and getting ready for the holidays? Do you sometimes feel that

  • Teen Dating Violence Safety Plan

    OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTHThe Bureau of Justice Statistics reports that among female victims of intimate partner violence, a current or former boyfriend or girlfriend victimized 94% of those between the ages of 16-19. Therefore, it is imperative for parents to discuss safety planni

  • Teen Dating Violence Warning Signs

    OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH 57% of teens know someone who has been physically, sexually or verbally abusive in a dating relationship. 33% of teens have witnessed such an event. However, 81% of parents surveyed believe teen dating violence is not an issue or admit they don't kn

  • Is Your Teen In An Abusive Relationship?

    OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH Females ages 16-24 are more vulnerable to intimate partner violence than any other age group, according to the Bureau of Justice. In addition, about one in three high school students have been or will be involved in an abusive relationship. Parents need t

  • User Post: Why Are Perfectionists Unhappy?

    I will not argue the fact that perfectionists can be widely successful. However, I also know the hidden, inside secret turmoil that many perfectionists go through on a daily basis that causes them anxiety, stress, discomfort and problems with their relationships. Here are some of the common traits o

  • Sex and Intimacy -- Which Comes First?

    It seems common to hear women complain about a lack of intimacy in their relationship. Many men complain that there is a lack of sex in their relationship.Isn't is the same thing? No, it isn't.

  • User Post: Making Therapy Work

    Whether or not you are new to therapy or have experienced it before, there are some definite dos and don'ts that can help you achieve your therapy goals. 1. Make every effort to come to scheduled appointments. Be patient--emotional growth takes time.

  • Marriage Counseling--What Are You Waiting For?

    Most of my couples who come in for marriage counseling tell me they have thought about getting counseling for years before they finally make that appointment. Many times by the time couples seek help for their marriage, it is too late because one of them has already "checked out". When someone has d