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11/02/2023

What is Trauma Therapy?

Not many of us will get through life without facing our own share of challenges. But some people experience not just stress and strife, but actual trauma. Trauma may come in the form of a physically or emotionally abusive relationship, a physical accident such as a car accident, r**e, the sudden loss of a loved one, or war.

When a person experiences trauma, their entire world changes almost instantly. Many trauma survivors have a hard time feeling safe and secure. They begin to feel anxiety and depression, have trouble sleeping, and may experience other behavioral changes that are frightening to them and their loved ones.

How Does Trauma Therapy Work? Check out my website https://buff.ly/3BBmGhA for the full article. If you would like to discuss trauma therapy or any topic you are struggling with, feel free to give me call.

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com
https://buff.ly/3HMLd4N

10/26/2023

What is Positive Parenting?

“Because I said so!!”

How many times did your parents say this phrase to you? How often were you spanked as a child? How much yelling was there in your house growing up?

It’s safe to say that parenting styles have changed over the years. While spanking may have been deemed okay years ago, most parents agree now that hitting a child is not okay, for any reason. Shame and yelling are also, thankfully, out of fashion.

Many of today’s parents are trying to use positive parenting techniques instead.

Check out my website https://buff.ly/3BBmGhA for more information on positive parenting.

Feel free to reach out to me if you would like to talk about this topic in more detail.

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com
https://buff.ly/3HMLd4N

10/19/2023

When Will I Start Feeling Better? Grieving for the First Time

One of the most devastating experiences we must endure in life is grieving the loss of a loved one. Although we have the knowledge that everyone will eventually die, and we logically understand the finality of death, no amount of information can prepare us for the devastation of the actual experience. Losing someone we love for the first time can be overwhelming. Trying to comprehend the finality of this separation is a shock to our system. We can feel angry, anxious, or depressed.

If the sorrow you’re experiencing is overwhelming, check out my website https://buff.ly/3BBmGhA for the full article and some activities to try and alleviate it.

Feel free to contact me if you would like to talk.

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com

10/12/2023

The Importance of Community for Your Mental Health

Our mental health significantly impacts our quality of life, so it makes sense that we would want to do all we can to improve it. This may include things like eating healthy foods, exercising, and getting enough quality sleep each night.

But there is something else that greatly influences our mental health and that is a community and a sense of belonging. Human beings are wired for connection. When we feel connected to others, we feel loved and supported. Friends can often help alleviate the stress in our life because our friends are there for us to lean on.

If you have been feeling alone and isolated, check out my website and read more on ways you can find your own community and begin to connect with others. https://buff.ly/3BBmGhA

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
ccastro@castrojacobs.com
https://buff.ly/3HMLd4N

10/05/2023

6 Tips for Grieving a Loved One

Grieving for a loved one is very possibly the hardest thing you’ll ever have to do. Understand that it will take time and effort to heal, but you will heal if that is what you want. Holding onto the past and your anguish is an option, but I certainly wouldn’t recommend it.

While time will be the biggest factor in helping you heal – and unfortunately the amount of time is different for everyone – there are techniques and tips you can use to help yourself find your center and your inner happiness again.

Remember, grieving is not about forgetting the person you’ve lost, but instead is about coming to terms with the reality of your loss. Check out my website for more information. https://buff.ly/3BBmGhA

Feel free to contact me if you would like to talk.

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com

09/28/2023

6 Ways that Alcohol Makes Depression Worse

A great many alcoholics are also suffering from major depression. Because alcohol can feed our brain’s serotonin receptors, it can make someone feel good for a short amount of time. But eventually the person crashes and feels even worse than they did before.

And this vicious cycle continues and is, unfortunately, very hard to break without asking for professional help. Check out the full blog on my website for some helpful tips https://buff.ly/3BBmGhA

Feel free to contact me if you would like to talk.

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com
https://buff.ly/3HMLd4N

09/21/2023

4 Everyday Exercises to Manage Your Anger

Unless you’re a Tibetan monk, surrounded by nothing but other peaceful Tibetan monks, chances are you run into people and events that make you plain ol’ angry sometimes. And that’s okay. Anger is a very common human emotion, and in many instances, it can serve as a compass that guides you to better choices and situations.

For instance, if you feel yourself become angry on more than one occasion at work while interacting with your boss, it may be an indication that you need to learn to communicate your ideas better, not take things personally, or even find a job and work environment that is better suited to your skillset and personality.

If you are one of those people who find that they get carried away with anger emotions, it’s important that you learn how to manage your feelings and reactions to those feelings.

Check out my website https://buff.ly/3BBmGhA to read about 4 everyday exercises you can do to manage your anger. Feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss anger management or any issue that you are struggling with.

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com
https://buff.ly/3HMLd4N

09/14/2023

Do Fidget Spinners Actually Help ADHD?

They are beloved by children everywhere and a thorn in the paw of many teachers and parents. Fidget spinners have been flying off store shelves in recent years, touted as a gadget that can help reduce anxiety and treat symptoms of ADHD in young children. But are fidget spinners everything they’re cracked up to be?

Check out the full article on my website. https://buff.ly/3Hxg30W

If you are the parent of a child with ADHD and would like to discuss treatment options, please reach out to me. I would be more than happy to talk about how I may help.

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com
https://buff.ly/3HMLd4N

09/07/2023

4 Ways to Improve Communication in Your Relationship

If you’re reading this blog post, chances are you and your significant other have hit a snag in the relationship. Maybe you’re spending less time with each other and you’ve grown apart. Or maybe you do little else than argue these days.

All relationships go through their ups and downs. No matter the good intentions of the individuals or how in love you were when the relationship began, it is completely natural for a relationship to take a hit every now and then.

To learn some ways to improve communication in your relationship check out my website https://buff.ly/3Hxg30W. Feel free to contact me on this or any topic you are struggling with.

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com
https://buff.ly/3HMLd4N

08/31/2023

10 Signs You're Addicted to Working

We live in a society that worships the overachiever. Burning the candle at both ends and denying yourself pleasure until the work gets done is seen as honorable. And while having a good work ethic is definitely key to living your best life, it is also important to balance your work life with a sense of play and freedom. If you don’t, you could experience burnout.

Click the link below to my website and learn the 10 signs of being addicted to work. I am always happy to discuss this or any topic you would like more help with. Feel free to contact me.

https://buff.ly/3Hxg30W

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com
https://buff.ly/3HMLd4N

08/24/2023

How Emotions Enter Our Dreams and Impact Our Health

Society seems to condition us to always appear calm and in full control of how we feel, no matter the circumstances. Suppressing emotions may seem like a great way to prove that you’re strong and not a weak crybaby but hiding how you really feel can have serious health consequences such as mental fatigue, elevated blood pressure, and sleeping problems.

To read more on this topic and learn some common signs that you suppress your emotions as a coping strategy check out my website https://buff.ly/3BBmGhA

If you need help with managing your negative emotions properly, please feel free to contact me to book a session.

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com
https://buff.ly/3HMLd4N

08/17/2023

3 Ways Therapy Helps You Address Anxiety

Millions of people deal with stress and anxiety on a daily basis. Whether it’s a result of phobias, depressions, or post-traumatic stress, anxiety can take a toll on our mind and health. If you deal with anxiety you most likely have looked into ways you can help calm your emotional rollercoaster. Perhaps you’ve even tried some self-help techniques in the past. While these methods can provide some relief, it’s often temporary.

To rid yourself of overwhelming anxiety once and for all, you’ve got to get to the root cause of it – the underlying factors. Check out my website for details and techniques https://buff.ly/3BBmGhA

And if you’d like to speak with someone about your anxiety, please get in touch. I’d be happy to explore treatment options.

Chelsy A. Castro, JD, MA, AM, LCSW
312-766-4612
ccastro@castrojacobs.com
https://buff.ly/3HMLd4N

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