Canvas Rebel Magazine interview with our owner Amanda Woodard of Original Path Counseling https://canvasrebel.com/meet-amanda-woodard/ Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Amanda Woodard. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below. Amanda , looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Setting up an independent practice … Read more
Exploring the Relationship: Seasonal Affective Disorder, Depressed Mood, and the Impact of Mindfulness by Amanda Bickel As we continue the winter season with the sun setting early we are on a journey through the changing seasons. Sometimes this transition can cast a shadow or mirror how we feel. Many people find this shift brings along … Read more
Listen to our owner Amanda Woodard guest speaking on The Heartfelt Clubs recent podcast episode. Enjoy this episode as we navigate the ins and outs of benefiting from therapy and raising a healthier generation to come, the importance of finding the right fit in a therapist, noticing when might be a good time to start … Read more
Borderline Personality Disorder – What does it mean, and what doesn’t it mean? Often when my clients first receive a diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder, I get one of two reactions. Either they have never heard of it, and are wondering, “What do you mean there’s something wrong with my personality?” or, they have heard … Read more
Keeping Promises to Yourself + The 5 Minute Rule By Atsede Scarseth What did you learn about keeping promises or making sure people can trust your word? Most likely something along the lines of trust is earned. This doesn’t only go for your external relationships. This is also relevant for the relationship you have with … Read more
Benefits of Plants As I’ve discussed before there are many benefits to making nature part of your life. One way I’ve previously discussed to help with this is adding plants to your space and to your weekly routine. Plants are a fitting symbol for taking care of yourself: They need water and sun to grow … Read more
Rain, Rain, Go Away… Is it coincidence that as rain falls from the sky our mood takes a nosedive? Further, like bears, are we are inclined to socially isolate or hibernate during periods of dark, cold weather? Turns out the answer to both questions is no! Seasonal Affect Disorder, aptly known as SAD, is a … Read more
Deadlines, projects, tests, homework, and family commitments, there doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day to juggle our endless responsibilities. So how do we make room for everything? Unfortunately, more often than not, the first activities we cut from our schedule are those we enjoy most – yoga, socializing with friends, or maybe … Read more
Being surrounded by people full of holiday cheer and singing to joyous holiday music can be incredibly frustrating for those people suffering from depression during this time of year. You may experience thoughts like “What’s wrong with me….or…My life isn’t that bad why can’t I just be happy like everyone else.” Know that you are … Read more