Therapist Spotlight: Gretchen Koenig, LMFT
Wednesday, 11 December 2019
Gretchen Koenig is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who earned her Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Chapman University, Orange. She has been in practice for over 15 years, with a focus on individuals, families and couples, and the LGBTQ population. Gretchen works at our Denver — Centennial office, you can read her full bio here! To
- Published in adolescent counseling, Blog, LGBTQ therapist, Therapist Spotlight
Therapist Spotlight: Deborah Holladay, LPCC
Thursday, 05 December 2019
Deborah Holladay, LPCC holds a Master’s degree in counseling from the University of Kentucky and attended the University of Louisville for post-master’s study. Her diverse therapeutic background has contributed to successfully helping adults, adolescents, children and families effectively address a wide range of mental health challenges. Deborah works at our new office in Louisville, Kentucky
- Published in adolescent and teen counseling, adolescent counseling, Blog, Therapist Spotlight
Are Depression and Anxiety the Same Thing?
Tuesday, 26 November 2019
Depression and anxiety are two of the most common mental health issues in America. In fact, you often hear about them as if they are a single condition. Are depression and anxiety the same? Is it possible to have one without the other? Let’s take a closer look at these mental health topics and how
- Published in anxiety counseling, Blog, depression
Can Divorce Cause PTSD?
Thursday, 21 November 2019
Divorce is difficult for everyone involved, no matter how amicable it may be. It requires an entire change of lifestyle, behavior, location, family dynamic, and more. Many people experience symptoms of grief and depression after divorce, even if they are satisfied with the outcome. This brings up an important question: can divorce cause PTSD? What
- Published in Blog, Divorce, Relationships & Couples
Therapist Spotlight: BJ Rudd, Clinical Intern
Monday, 18 November 2019
At Urban Balance, we are proud of our internship training program! BJ Rudd is one of our Clinical Interns, he is completing his Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. BJ is passionate about building an accepting and caring environment in order for clients to feel comfortable being their most authentic
- Published in Blog, LGBTQ therapist
The Rituals of Grief
Wednesday, 06 November 2019
By UB therapist Michael Maloney, LCPC I often see people come in processing their grief. I’ve witnessed how people process their loss of parents, friends, children, and pets. Some of the situations vary in how the person was lost: accident, cancer, old age, drug abuse, suicide, and so many other stories have been shared. Grief
- Published in Blog
Therapist Spotlight: Lizzy Ball, LCSW
Thursday, 31 October 2019
Lizzy Ball is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who enjoys working with adolescents and adults via individual, couples, and group therapy. Her clinical interests include trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, attachment/family-of-origin issues, relationships, mindfulness and self-compassion. Lizzy works at our Chicago — Ravenswood office. You can read her full bio here! To make an appointment with Lizzy, please
- Published in Blog
3 Proven Ways to Treat Anxiety Attacks
Wednesday, 30 October 2019
What is the best way to treat an anxiety attack? How can you stop an anxiety attack once it’s started? No matter how often you experience anxiety attacks, you want a solution you can turn to. In this guide, we will look at three proven ways to treat anxiety attacks, courtesy of Urban Balance counseling
- Published in anxiety counseling, Blog