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Out of the Darkness and into the Light: Removing the Shame of Mental Illness––Solace Counseling

For many years, mental illness has been misunderstood and feared by countless people. Years ago, cancer was treated very similarly, with people whispering the phrase “the Big C” when referring to friends or family who had become ill or died from cancer. […]

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Depression is more common than you think––Solace Counseling

Depression is a serious illness that affects people in many different ways. Unfortunately, those suffering from Depression may not even recognize they have it, as the symptoms and feelings associated with the disease manifest in a multitude of different ways. “I’m working too hard,” “I don’t sleep enough,” “I have no energy,” and finally, “I have no desire to do anything.” These are all common expressions that I hear from people visiting my office, most of whom are unclear as to why they are even seeing me. […]