2017 | Online Therapy

19 Feb

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, relationships, Comments Off

Don’t Fall in Love with Potential.

Does your long-term happiness depend more on what you hope for than what it actually is? Do you fall quickly and fearlessly in love without measuring the risks? Do you assume everyone has the ability to reach their highest potential? Are you convinced that if only your partner could see what you see, the two … Continue reading »

08 Feb

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, depression, 2 Comments

Is Depression Different for Men?

Depression is sometimes referred to as the “under” disease: under-diagnosed, under-discussed, and under-treated. This is especially true for men. Men avoid getting help because they associate the symptoms of depression with weakness in character. Men think they are supposed to be tough and self-reliant. They are taught to manage pain and take charge of situations. … Continue reading »

05 Feb

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, relationships, Comments Off

4 Reasons for Therapy for a Bad Relationship.

Sometimes we find ourselves in relationships that make us miserable more than they make us happy. Relationships that we know in our hearts are not right still have a hold on us. If you’re feeling stuck in a dead-end relationship that keeps drawing you back in, how do you know when you should seek therapy? 1. … Continue reading »

02 Feb

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, relationships, 4 Comments

Learn the Secret to Happy Arguing.

How you argue, and more importantly, how you choose to end an argument, determine the long-term success or failure of your relationships. Being upset, distressed, troubled, or concerned does not give you license to be childish, abusive or condescending. It is mandatory in ANY fight that you control yourself. You are entitled to disagree. However, … Continue reading »

01 Feb

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, anger, Comments Off

Why is it easier to feel anger than hurt?

Anger is often called a secondary emotion because we tend to resort to anger in order to protect ourselves from or hide other vulnerable feelings. What does this mean? Anger is at the tip of the iceberg in that anger is one of the few feelings we make visible to others. But lurking just below … Continue reading »

10 Jan

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, depression, Comments Off

Never let them see you cry?

Many people have emotional outbursts. Maybe you cry easily. Maybe you get your feelings hurt and become defensive or become easily angered. Perhaps you become overwhelmed or even paralyzed from fear. Whatever you are feeling is valid. Whatever you are feeling is okay. It’s okay to have emotions. Becoming emotionally stronger doesn’t mean you don’t … Continue reading »

03 Jan

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, depression, Comments Off

Where strength comes from.

After important losses, we struggle with feelings of emptiness, purposeless and loneliness. Chronic worry, pressure and sleepless nights can take a huge toll on our physical and mental energy. It is common to feel overwhelmed with questions and riddled with doubts. Routine tasks seem to take tremendous effort. Emotional strength comes from your ability to … Continue reading »