PTSD, Pt. I: "It can actually be applied to any number of traumas"
PTSD is often associated with those who served in the military. But, the afflication can happen to the average person too.
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Alex de Leon
- Mar 30
- 1 min
Relevé Counseling on the news: best ways for parents to discuss school shootings with their children
Therapist Meryll Cornejo spoke with WTVO-17 Eyewitness News in Rockford recently about parents addressing school shootings with their kids.
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Alex de Leon
- Mar 29
- 2 min
FDA approves over-the-counter version of opioid antidote, Narcan
With opioid-related deaths still high in Winnebago County, more help to combat the issue is on the way.
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Alex de Leon
- Mar 2
- 1 min
Challenging Mom Guilt, Jessica’s personal experience, Pt. II
Push back against Mom Guilt in order to gain control of it.
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Alex de Leon
- Feb 28
- 1 min
“I’m not a good mother”: Dealing with Mom Guilt, Pt. I
Mothers are amazing. However, many of them often feel they’re not doing enough for their children.
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Alex de Leon
- Feb 14
- 1 min
You don't have to be in a relationship to celebrate Valentine's Day
Celebrating Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples.
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Alex de Leon
- Feb 13
- 1 min
Valentine's Day trap: don't compare yourself to other couples
Couples that compare themselves to other couples on Valentine's Day could be falling into a relationship trap.
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Alex de Leon
- Feb 9
- 1 min
Four ways to manage extremely stressful situations: try the T.I.P. method
Dialectical Behavior Therapy employs a variety of techniques to help you manage intense emotions and situations. Another method is T.I.P.P.
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Alex de Leon
- Feb 8
- 1 min
Just S.T.O.P. to help manage your emotions
In order to prevent a situation from becoming too overwhelming, just remember to S.T.O.P.
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Alex de Leon
- Jan 19
- 2 min
Impacting your career: how Imposter Syndrome could hold you back
Identify and stop your own Imposter Syndrome in its tracks.
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Alex de Leon
- Jan 17
- 1 min
"Do you really know what you're doing?" - The danger of Imposter Syndrome & how to spot it
Imposter Syndrome isn’t officially recognized as a psychological disorder. But, nearly 90% of people say they’ve experienced it.
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Alex de Leon
- Dec 29, 2022
- 2 min
Tips on how to set a resolution and actually achieve them
Admit it. At some point in your life, you’ve made a New Year’s resolution to either eat healthier, exercise more, or maybe even quit...
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Alex de Leon
- Dec 28, 2022
- 1 min
You're single to end 2022? That's ok and it doesn't mean you're alone
New Year’s celebrations are synonymous with couples kissing. While it’s a great time for couples to set goals for their relationships, it...
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Alex de Leon
- Dec 27, 2022
- 2 min
Make a plan and respect boundaries when drinking to close out 2022
For those who want to drink to close out 2022, do so respectfully and safely.
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Alex de Leon
- Dec 19, 2022
- 3 min
Tips for a happy, healthy holiday season
The holiday season is a time to reflect, be with loved ones, and celebrate. However, there can be pitfalls.
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Alex de Leon
- Dec 7, 2022
- 1 min
Deep Breathing can help your mind and body
Belly breathing allows more air into your body which can help you relax and lower stress and anxiety.
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Alex de Leon
- Nov 30, 2022
- 2 min
Practice mindfulness by using your senses
You don't need to shut the world out to achieve mindfulness. By focusing on one sense at a time, you can practice mindfulness anywhere.
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Alex de Leon
- Nov 23, 2022
- 1 min
In The News: Alex talks about a Thanksgiving meal plan if one suffers from an eating disorder
This clip appeared on Eyewitness News during the November 22nd editions of its 4pm and 9pm newscasts on Fox 39.
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Alex de Leon
- Nov 22, 2022
- 1 min
Eating disorder? Navigate Thanksgiving meal pitfalls with a strategy
A perfectly seasoned turkey may look amazing. But, those with an eating disorder, anticipation of digging in is replaced with anxiety.
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Alex de Leon
- Nov 21, 2022
- 1 min
Awkward or uncomfortable Thanksgiving conversations? Set boundaries ahead of time
Nearly 60% of young adults in the U.S. say they’d prefer to skip Thanksgiving due to awkward family conversations.
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