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Understanding Your Body's Response: Parasympathetic vs. Sympathetic Nervous System
Have you ever felt your heart racing before a big test or when you're about to give a presentation? Or maybe you've noticed how relaxed...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Feb 20, 20242 min read


Finding Balance: Navigating Screen Time and Mental Health in the Digital Age
In today's fast-paced world, it's no secret that screens dominate much of our daily lives. From smartphones to laptops to social media...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Feb 6, 20243 min read


Navigating the Holidays: A Guide to Mental Well-Being
The holiday season is often depicted as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for many individuals, it can also bring...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Nov 30, 20233 min read


Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness and Acceptance
In today's fast-paced world, our mental well-being is just as important as our physical health. Yet, mental health issues are often...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Oct 4, 20232 min read


Understanding the Vagus Nerve + Tips to Strengthen It.
In recent years, scientists and therapists have been uncovering the remarkable connection between the vagus nerve and mental health. This...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Aug 14, 20232 min read


How to Find the Right Therapist
Starting therapy can be an overwhelming task for most. Where does one even start? Especially if you are starting therapy for the very...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Mar 7, 20232 min read


8 Tips for Improving Sleep
One of the best ways to improve our overall health and wellbeing is to get enough quality sleep. Quality sleep is essential for...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Mar 16, 20222 min read


What is EMDR?
What is EMDR? It’s seems to have caught a lot of attention in the mental health world in recent years, and for good reason. I have...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Jan 20, 20223 min read


The Power of Gratitude
“I don’t have to chase extraordinary moments to find happiness – it’s right in front of me if I’m paying attention and practicing...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Nov 9, 20212 min read


Nature and Your Mental Health
“Let them once get in touch with nature, and a habit is formed which will be a source of delight through life.” – Charlotte Mason I love...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Feb 25, 20212 min read


The Time for Self-Care is Now!
As a therapist, the idea of self-care is always on my mind. Both how I can practice more and encourage my clients to practice more. I...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Jan 19, 20212 min read


What to Expect When Coming to Therapy for the First Time
Thinking about starting therapy for the first time? If you are anything like me, you don’t always like stepping into situations where you...
Jess Hadford-Crook, MA, LPC
Aug 13, 20203 min read
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