Blog Archives - Page 2 of 7 - New Hope Counseling and Wellness Center

First Holiday as a Single Mom: What to Expect and What You Can Control

by Amy Helms | Nov 16, 2022 | Blog, Family

If this will be your first holiday as a single mom, anticipating what you can expect – and understanding what you can control – can really help ease the stress of the holiday season. We are led to believe that the holiday season is supposed to be merry and...

How to Go Full on Grey Rock: Toxic Families and Surviving the Holidays

by Amy Helms | Nov 10, 2022 | Blog, Family, Trauma

For some, the descent into pumpkin spice lattes and sweater weather signals the coming holiday season in all its glory. But for many, the idea of navigating work parties, family traditions, prying relatives, and added financial responsibilities bring a familiar dread....

Demystifying Complex PTSD

by Amy Helms | Oct 12, 2022 | Blog, Trauma, Treatment

This is an ABSTRACT: After being misdiagnosed and misunderstood for years, complex post-traumatic stress disorder has been officially recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO). We already know post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to be a common response to a...

Domestic Violence & the Insatiable Appetite of the Narcissist

by Amy Helms | Oct 4, 2022 | Blog, Domestic Violence

There has been a lot of public discussion about narcissism in the past few years and (for better or worse) the awareness of narcissism has risen to the top of our public consciousness. But did you know, narcissists can also be domestic abusers and even display violent...

Take Control of Your Nutrition With Customized Meal Plans

by Amy Helms | Sep 16, 2022 | Blog, Normal Eating

Choosing a meal plan makes it easier to cook at home and reach your health goals, whether your goal is to control your weight, improve heart health, reduce inflammation, or regulate blood sugar. Our customized meal plans provide sustainable, nourishing solutions...

Why Is there So Much Mystery Surrounding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?

by Amy Helms | Sep 7, 2022 | Blog

What Is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormone disorder in women that is also the leading cause of female infertility. How common? It is estimated that PCOS affects 6% to 12% (as many as 5 million) of US women of...