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From shifting career paths to how we came up with our name: IMHCA highlights Relevé Counseling
Former Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association President Coresair Mack interviews Relevé Counseling's Joanna de Leon.

Alex de Leon
Nov 27, 20231 min read


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.

Alex de Leon
Nov 21, 20231 min read


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.

Alex de Leon
Nov 21, 20231 min read


Beating POST-EVENT SADNESS: A three-pronged strategy
In our latest series, learn about POST-EVENT SADNESS, the personality-type most vulnerable, and three ways to overcome it.

Alex de Leon
Jul 19, 20231 min read


JAY ON TRANSGENDER ATHLETES: Competitors are not "switching" genders to gain a competitive advantage
Transgender athletes face a lot of criticism for competing, but Jay Swanson believes there is no credibilty behind those claims.

Alex de Leon
Jul 3, 20231 min read


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.

Alex de Leon
Mar 29, 20232 min read


Challenging Mom Guilt, Jessica’s personal experience, Pt. II
Push back against Mom Guilt in order to gain control of it.

Alex de Leon
Mar 2, 20231 min read


Impacting your career: how Imposter Syndrome could hold you back
Identify and stop your own Imposter Syndrome in its tracks.

Alex de Leon
Jan 19, 20232 min read


"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.

Alex de Leon
Jan 17, 20231 min read


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...

Alex de Leon
Dec 28, 20221 min read


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.

Alex de Leon
Dec 27, 20222 min read


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.

Alex de Leon
Nov 23, 20221 min read


From food challenges to support systems: how to cope with ARFID
Like most mental health disorders, Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder is not just a childhood issue, it’s a lifelong battle....

Alex de Leon
Oct 3, 20222 min read


Picky eater or something else? How ARFID affects children
ARFID is Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, previously known as Selective Eating Disorder. In children, it oftentimes gets...

Alex de Leon
Sep 28, 20222 min read


Binge Eating Disorder, Pt. II: Bigger grocery bill? Inflation may not be to blame
It's not hard for most people to justify why they don't have an eating disorder. “Eating in general is a very comforting thing,” said...

Alex de Leon
Sep 26, 20221 min read


Binge Eating Disorder, Pt. I: Watch out if you're eating in secret, embarrassed from overeating
Binge eating is the most common eating disorder that we find in the United States and many cases are undiagnosed. “We’ve been more...

Alex de Leon
Sep 20, 20221 min read


Quiet Quitting, Pt. II: "More akin to burnout" - Don't stay in an unhealthy situation
Even the best employees can experience burn-out in their careers. “I personally feel like quiet quitting is more akin to burnout,” said...

Alex de Leon
Sep 15, 20222 min read


Quiet Quitting, Pt. I: TikTok Trend is Bad For Both the Employer & Employee
Quiet Quitting became a trend after a video went viral over the summer. “Quiet quitting is a newer thing that’s kind of become a TikTok...

Alex de Leon
Sep 13, 20221 min read


Benefits of Having a Male Therapist
Many people may not feel comfortable with having a male therapist. Overcoming this narrative may actually be hugely beneficial in your...

Alex de Leon
Sep 1, 20221 min read


In The News: Relevé Counseling Spoke With Eyewitness News About Back To School Anxiety
Therapist, Alex Gonzalez, spoke with Eyewitness News about the very common issue of back-to-school anxiety in children & things...

Alex de Leon
Aug 20, 20221 min read
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