Creative Life Counseling Services

“Setting boundaries” and “having healthy boundaries” are such ubiquitous buzz words of today that they may have begun to lose meaning.  However, this concept is as relevant as ever, and many of the clients that we see continue to struggle...

Trying to make new friends as an adult can be daunting.  This is especially true if you have moved away from your hometown and you are no longer in school. Work can be a source of friendships, but some people prefer to keep their work and...

At some point during our childhood we come to understand the concept of death and gain awareness about our own mortality.  As human beings, it is normal and natural to contemplate death from time to time; and if a loved one has recently passed...

If you have experienced a traumatic event, the prospect of talking about this experience—even with a therapist—can be daunting  You may be experiencing feelings of fear, stress, shame, anger, confusion, or guilt, among a host of other complex...

The word mindfulness is everywhere these days, and the world of psychotherapy is no exception.  If you are seeking therapy, it is more than likely that your therapist will bring up this concept at some point.  Most people recognize that...

Our personal values affect the way that we conduct ourselves in our everyday lives.  When you hold a door open for someone behind you at the train station, it may be because you value manners or kindness.  And if you clock long hours at work, you...