Evanston Counseling Blog

Evanston therapists offer tips for people in Evanston struggling with anxiety, loneliness and health issues.

Are You Suffering from Minor Blues or Major Depression: How to tell the difference

We all pass through difficult moments or maybe even difficult weeks or months. Life seems just a little too heavy to bear. But at what point should you be concerned and start to call what you are feeling depression? When would it be best to contact us at Evanston Counseling to speak with one of our compassionate therapists? Read on to find out more.

Depression

Seasonal Affective Disorder: Do You Do a Deep Dive into Depression as Winter moves in?

Have you noticed how your mood starts to shift downward into depression as the fall and winter approach? The more cold, dark, and gray the days become, the more you can feel a heaviness set in over your thoughts or in your body. At Evanston Counseling, we get that! If you see your moods shifting at this time, you may want to look into therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Relationships

Couples Therapy: Do You Make These Mistakes in Your Partnership? How Not to be a Pandemic Statistic

You might gloomily remember the lockdown for any number of reasons. Yet your most vivid memory might be how you began to question why you are still with your partner. Our Evanston couples therapists are ready to talk with you individually or as a couple to look at this question with curiosity and help you to reach better clarity.

College Students, Depression

Evanston Therapy: Am I just sad or depressed? How to cope with college depression

If you came in to see one of our Evanston therapists or had a telehealth appointment, we might suspect you were dealing with depression if lately, you’ve just felt off. You don’t want to go anywhere or do anything. Your friends check on you to make sure you are doing okay. You’d rather just stay in and not do anything. If your friends convince you to hang out with them, you never really have a good time.

College Students, Teenagers

Evanston Therapy: My body flaws are taking over my life! Is it Body Dysmorphic Disorder?

You know that body positivity is the trend these days. Messages about loving every part of your body, no matter the shape, color, or size, are everywhere on social media. But somehow, you just can’t get past your flaws. Our Evanston therapists understand where you are coming from. We’re ready to chat with you about how you feel.

College Students, Mental Health

Evanston Therapy – Mental Health Habits for College Students: 5 Tips to Keep you Happy

When you step onto Northwestern’s campus this fall, you’ll step into a world of changes: new friends, new classes, new profs, or new living situations. At Evanston Counseling, we want to support you. Our therapists are here to help you set healthy habits. Who doesn’t want to feel happier this school year?

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