blog

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 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 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 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 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 […]

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 […]

By Tiffany Todd, LSW Navigating young adulthood transitions Navigating the many transitions of young adulthood can be an exhilarating journey filled with opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Yet, transitions can also include significant challenges that can take a toll on mental health. From leaving the familiar comforts of home to embarking on new academic or […]

By Gina Powell, LPC Fostering healthy patterns: A journey of self discovery Do your relationships enhance the quality of your life or are they weighing you down causing you stress? “The quality of our life ultimately depends on the quality of our relationships,” Esther Perel author and Psychotherapist best known for her work on human […]

By Gina Powell, LPC Fostering healthy patterns: A journey of self discovery Do your relationships enhance the quality of your life or are they weighing you down causing you stress? “The quality of our life ultimately depends on the quality of our relationships,” Esther Perel author and Psychotherapist best known for her work on human […]

Exploring ancestral narratives, traditions and the immigration experience in therapy By Abril Martinez, LPC-C “Dia de muertos” is one of those celebrations that can awaken all of your senses just by thinking of it. The warmth and chatter of family gatherings, the colorful “ofrendas”, the smell of the cempasuchil flower and the taste of the […]

UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF GRIEF AND FINDING HEALING By Gina Powell, MA, LPC-C Grief can come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. While one person’s job loss may be vastly different from another person’s recent divorce, they both can have similar effects on our bodies. I am currently dreading the loss of my 16 year […]

UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF GRIEF AND FINDING HEALING By Gina Powell, MA, LPC-C Grief can come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. While one person’s job loss may be vastly different from another person’s recent divorce, they both can have similar effects on our bodies. I am currently dreading the loss of my 16 year […]

Emily’s specialties and interests include: Anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, Depression, Grief/loss, Life transitions, Stress management, Work/life balance, LGBTQIA, Women’s issue, Self Esteem, Chronic Illness, Aging expertise/Caregiving, Stress We had a conversation with Emily Wilson, whose career has been driven by a profound belief in the transformative power of connection and collaboration.  Emily’s path as a Licensed Clinical […]