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Blog Wake Up Each Day With a Purpose Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC The importance of waking up each day with a purpose is crucial. Everyone needs a purpose and those who struggle with depression often have difficulties doing things because they may not feel they have a purpose. The problem is that…

Blog Dealing with a Parent’s Diagnosis of Dementia Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC As a child, no matter how old you are, it is difficult to watch your parents or caretaker deteriorate. This can be one of the most challenging experiences in life. We perceive this person as strong, thus witnessing their decline…

Blog Trauma Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Trauma affects many people; it is important not to allow yourself to say, “My trauma isn’t as bad as someone else’s” We must learn not to compare traumas or think yours isn’t as bad as someone else’s trauma, so you don’t need help. Allowing yourself to…

Blog Taking Care of Your Mental Health Is Just as Important as Taking Care of Your Physical Health. Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC We, as a society, need to do better in taking care of our mental health. The stigma surrounding mental health is decreasing, and more people are reaching out for help…

Blog School Personal Head Back to School Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC There is a lot of discussion about students returning to school, but what about the school staff? School staff are under immense pressure as they head back to school. Some may be excited for their very first day, some may be…

Blog Is Your Adult Child Entitled? Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Raising children is hard work. It is both exhausting and rewarding. Once they have flown the nest your job doesn’t stop here, and you will forever be there for them if they need you. As they get older they don’t need you…

Blog Talking to Your Kids About Human Trafficking Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC I recently came across some important information regarding human trafficking that I think everyone should be aware of. Human trafficking affects numerous lives by depriving individuals of their freedom and inflicting trauma on both the victims and their families. According…

Blog Keeping Those Brains Working Over Summer Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Summer is here, and the kids are home from school, ready to have fun. It’s a season of discovery, spending quality time with family and friends, and exploring new places. However, it’s important to keep the kids engaged in learning over…