By Tiffany Todd, LCSW Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is widely recognized as a primary trauma therapy, yet it can also serve as a powerful adjunct to other therapeutic approaches. When woven into an existing therapeutic relationship, EMDR allows clients to break through emotional barriers, process trauma more effectively, and deepen their healing without […]
By Tiffany Todd, LCSW Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is widely recognized as a primary trauma therapy, yet it can also serve as a powerful adjunct to other therapeutic approaches. When woven into an existing therapeutic relationship, EMDR allows clients to break through emotional barriers, process trauma more effectively, and deepen their healing without […]
Understanding Perinatal mental health and PMADS
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
Highlighting Workplace Mental Health in the Skokie Community by Annie Sweeney, LSW On October 10th, IVPC staff gathered at the Westfield Old Orchard Mall to celebrate World Mental Health Day, a global event aimed at raising awareness and promoting action around mental health. First celebrated in 1992, this day serves as a reminder to prioritize […]
ERP for OCD
ERP for OCD
By Emily Wilson, LCSW By 2023, 1 in 6 people in the world will be over the age of 60. Of those, 14% live with mental health issues. The most common mental health issues include depression and anxiety. Additionally, suicide is one of the leading causes of death among people 65 and older (WHO). This […]
by Tiffany Todd, LSW Veronica’s interests and specialties include: Obsessive/Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Relationship Conflict, Parenting Challenges, Self-Esteem Issues, Work-Related Stress, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP). We recently sat down with Veronica McMillion, a dedicated therapist whose approach to mental health combines evidence-based […]
by Tiffany Todd, LSW Veronica’s interests and specialties include: Obsessive/Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Relationship Conflict, Parenting Challenges, Self-Esteem Issues, Work-Related Stress, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP). We recently sat down with Veronica McMillion, a dedicated therapist whose approach to mental health combines evidence-based […]
By Tiffany Todd, LSW Sumaiyah’s interests and specialties include: dating coaching, premarital counseling, perinatal mental health, regulating emotions/DBT, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), depression, anxiety, young adult life transitions, relationship issues, conflict resolution, and Bi-cultural identity/bi-national identity/1st gen concerns We sat down with Sumaiyah Cummings, MSW, a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist, to explore her journey into […]
By Emily Wilson, LCSW Are you feeling exhausted? Having trouble sleeping? Noticing headaches or physical pain? Are you finding that you have less tolerance for other individuals? Are you becoming more irritable? Finding that you’re making more mistakes? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be experiencing burnout. Understanding Burnout The […]
By Emily Wilson, LCSW Are you feeling exhausted? Having trouble sleeping? Noticing headaches or physical pain? Are you finding that you have less tolerance for other individuals? Are you becoming more irritable? Finding that you’re making more mistakes? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be experiencing burnout. Understanding Burnout The […]
by IVPC Staff Understanding the importance of sleep is crucial for maintaining a balanced lifestyle. Sleep hygiene, which involves practices and habits that are conducive to sleeping well on a regular basis, is a key component of this. It’s not just about the quantity of sleep but also the sleep quality. Achieving a good night’s […]