Anxiety

If you’ve ever suffered from overwhelming thoughts and struggled to make sense of them all, know that you are not alone… “There is nothing more important to true growth than realizing that you are not the voice of the mind; you are the one who hears it.” – Michael Singer It’s this detachment of ego and witnessing of thoughts (aka meditation) that produces a sense of … Read More

Stress requires your body to react / adjust in response to events around you. Your body reacts to these changes with physical, mental, and/or emotional responses. In this post, we’re going to focus on just a few of the physical effects of constant stress on your body. This is a reminder to us all to give our bodies a break; that rest and relaxation is a … Read More

Long Island Hypnosis / Hypnotherapy – 565 RT. 25A, MILLER PLACE, NEW YORK Make the changes to live the life you want today! This process is completely natural with no drugs, no cravings, and no withdrawal. The Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island is a member of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH). All members of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis must be licensed … Read More

If you are living with anxiety, you know how exhausting and debilitating it can be. Getting counseling for anxiety issues is something that can help you overcome whatever is holding you back. It doesn’t matter whether your anxiety is social, general, agoraphobic, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive, PTSD, or any other form of anxiety – they all take a toll on your life and well-being. If left untreated, … Read More

Anxiety disorders are the most common group of mental disorders. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, around 40 million adults in the United States over the age of 18 experience some type of anxiety disorder. Although many psychological conditions may involve anxiety, some of the most common may include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, agoraphobia and/or social anxiety disorder. … Read More

Experiencing some amount of anxiety can be normal; as a natural survival instinct, to enhance motivation, or perform well under stress. It can be related to work / school performance, important life events, or taking caution to protect oneself. When anxiety becomes a pervasive disruption to your daily life though, it takes an insidious toll on many aspects of your mental health, work and relationships. This … Read More

Seeking assistance for anxiety problems is the first step towards a better tomorrow. We all worry from time to time. These days, the world seems especially stressful and you may be feeling more angst than usual. Your time may be stretched thin due to added responsibilities or perhaps you have too much time on your hands and are feeling a sense of ennui. Either way, it … Read More

The ugly head of anxiety rears itself in many forms throughout our lives. Some cases are much worse than others, requiring anxiety counseling or even hospitalization. While we all experience anxiety on occasion, it is prevalent in situations where substance abuse occurs. Not only is it one of the direct triggers for abuse, it exists as a symptom that manifests before, during and after abuse occurs. … Read More