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There Goes My Mind Again: How Thought Patterns Impact Our Mental Health
The human mind can be so brilliant, constantly inventing, creating, and problem-solving. This is because our minds generate thousands of thoughts in a single day. Of those thousands, some produce groundbreaking new ideas that change the world. Other thoughts that pop into our mind are joyful or pleasant, many are neutral and produce little to no emotion, and then naturally…
Gratitude Gala Fireside Chat featuring Daniel Wilsea and Ben Zobrist
At The Family Institute at Northwestern University's second annual Gratitude Gala, moderator Daniel Wilsea sat down for a fireside chat with former Cub and 2016 World Series MVP Ben Zobrist. During the conversation, Ben spoke about his experience with mental health as a pro-athlete, how he managed the pressures of game days, and how both parents and coaches can best support…
Two Realities
Emily: You’re never around. I feel like I’m single again, watching television by myself night after night. Paul: What are you talking about? I’ve been home most every night this week. Emily: Hah! I don’t think so. You’ve been home once, maybe twice. Paul: Are you kidding me? Think about it.
Puja Shah Highlights The Bette D. Harris Clinic on NBC 5's Making a Difference
On Sunday, April 28, Puja Shah, M.A., LCPC, Director of the Bette D. Harris Clinic & Community Programs highlighted the free behavioral health services available at the Bette D. Harris Family & Child Clinic. She also shared information surrounding The Family Institute's Gratitude Gala.
Giving an Effective Apology Webinar
In this webinar discussion, Jayne Kinsman, LMFT, alongside moderator Nancy Burgoyne, Ph.D., ABPP delve into the nuances and research insights surrounding apologies. Learn the common missteps often made in offering apologies and uncover strategies for crafting sincere and impactful expressions of remorse. Whether you're seeking to mend relationships or cultivate deeper…
Why Does Loving You Hurt? Understanding Trauma Bonds with a Narcissist
We are social beings that require connection. In fact, when we are born, the millisecond we are born, we require connection and dependence upon another to care for us and to keep us alive.
Stress Management & Resilience Webinar
Life is full of curveballs, both big and small. Whether it's work, family, or simply the day-to-day stressors, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. During this webinar, Daniela Van Pelt, M.S.W., LCSW and Alyssa Campbell, Ph.D., LMFT delved into effective strategies for navigating stress, anxiety, and fostering resilience in challenging times. Gain valuable insights, practical…
Dr. Hayley Fivecoat featured in Newsweek Article on Relationship Conflict and Cortisol Correlation
Dr. Hayley Fivecoat recently had her research cited in a Newsweek article on the impact of relationship conflict on cortisol. Read the article