Evanston Counseling Blog

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

Tired of IBS chronic pain and GI distress? Hypnosis is worth a try to ease pain

It wasn’t until 15 to 20 years ago that clinical health psychologist Olafur Palsson, PsyD, crafted a treatment protocol to use with his patients suffering from IBS. His clients saw their irritable bowel symptoms like cramping, bloating and gas diminish after participating in several sessions of hypnotherapy.

CBT, Chronic Pain, GI Distress

Lower anxiety and beat chronic pain with CBT for IBS and GI Distress

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT is a form of therapy that works to modify your thinking and behavioral patterns. It can work wonderfully to lessen the feelings of anxiety, loneliness, and despair that often accompany IBS gastrointestinal distress and chronic pain.

CBT works through the brain-gut pathway. Take a look at this blog to learn more about the brain-gut pathway.

Pet-assisted Therapy

The Power of Pets, Can They Really Lower Your Anxiety?

Science backs up what we already know to be true for us: our pets make us better people in so many ways.

Moms

Back to Work vs. Stay at home: How does An Anxiety-filled Momma Decide what’s best?

After the birth of your child, making the decision to return to the 9-5 or to join the ranks of stay-at-home moms can be gut-wrenching. Weighing this decision could also bring a lot of anxiety. So many factors come into play.

GI Distress

Is your belly affecting your brain? Anxiety, Depression Linked to Irritable Bowel

Scientists have established that individuals suffering from depression may also suffer from gastrointestinal distress such as low gut motility and constipation, as seen in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Mental Health

Seeking healing in nature: Where to head in Chicago or Evanston to get away from the anxiety

Have you ever been surprised at how a walk in the park, digging in your garden or a hike along the lakefront has lifted your mood?

It’s simple: nature heals, soothes and restores us. Nature can lessen our anxiety and improve our well-being. If you don’t have time or can’t get outside, even seeing pictures of nature can have a similar effect.

So, the next time that frustrating situation hits you and you feel the anxiety creeping in, lace up your walking shoes and head outside.

This is where can you go in the Chicago/Evanston area to boost your mood and reduce your anxiety!

Evanston Counseling, PLLC

636 Church St, Ste. 603 | Evanston, IL 60201

(773) 983-8444

info@evanstoncounseling.com

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