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Photo of a person walking in a open road that goes to the horizont. The process of adapting to a new culture can be described by the four stages of culture shock. Being familiar with these stages can help you navigate culture shock more easily and empower you to seek the support that will help you to thrive in your new home.

The Stages of Culture Shock

Are you struggling to thrive in a new environment? Knowing the stages of culture shock can help you adjust to your emotions and embrace change.… Read More »The Stages of Culture Shock

Photo of a student sitting in a bench and holding his head down in a anxious way. Whether you are going into middle school, high school, or headed to college, going back to school can trigger social anxiety in college. Learn our tips to help you feel calmer and in control.

Going Back to School with Social Anxiety

Does the thought of going back to school have your heart racing? Check out 5 tips to help you navigate through this new challenging phase… Read More »Going Back to School with Social Anxiety

Photo of a woman holding her head in her hands, with a worried look. A powerful tool you can use against comparison anxiety starts with this: stop comparing yourself to others.

A Powerful Tool Against Anxiety: Stop Comparing Yourself

Do you often self-compare to others and battle with self-doubt? Find how to overcome comparison anxiety and start believing in your own worth. Anxiety has… Read More »A Powerful Tool Against Anxiety: Stop Comparing Yourself

Photo of a couple laughing together. Fights with your partner can be a source of stress and impact your academic performance. College student relationship counseling can help you form a healthy relationship in college and stay connected with your partner.

College Students Benefit From Relationship Counseling Too!

Do you struggle to balance student life with a healthy relationship in college? Do you want to commit to your relationship, to your partner, and… Read More »College Students Benefit From Relationship Counseling Too!

Photo of a blackboard with the phrase "Forgive Yourself" and a heart. The path to a better relationship is self-forgiveness. Learn how a closest relationship with yourself can empower you to become a better partner.

Self-Forgiveness: How Your Closest Relationship (With Yourself) Empowers You to Become a Better Partner

The path to a better relationship is self-forgiveness. Because you can only truly forgive someone else if you are at ease in your own skin… Read More »Self-Forgiveness: How Your Closest Relationship (With Yourself) Empowers You to Become a Better Partner

Photo of a woman crying while her partner is screaming in the background. Are you wondering what to do when you’re in a difficult relationship? Learn 4 possible choices you have to deal with it. Working with a relationship therapist can make a big difference. Seek help today from a NC or VA therapist at Deep Connections Counseling.

What to Do If You’re in a Difficult Relationship

Ever been in a difficult relationship, or one that has slid onto the rocks? You’re struggling, but so is someone else – your partner. Check… Read More »What to Do If You’re in a Difficult Relationship

Illustration of a brain with gears in one oh the hemispheres and with lightning lines around it. We call mind racing to the incessant speech-making and stream of words is the advice our brain gives – unsolicited – to us at every waking hour. Learn how you can stop your mind racing.

How Can I Stop My Mind Racing?

Racing thoughts can make it hard to relax or sleep. To overcome racing thoughts, you can practice acceptance, self-kindness and cognitive distancing, among other techniques.… Read More »How Can I Stop My Mind Racing?

Therapy for LGBTQ+ Individuals and Couples

Seeking therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples? Find out the answers to your questions and learn how a therapist who is knowledgeable and affirming of… Read More »Therapy for LGBTQ+ Individuals and Couples

Photo of a couple upset after fighting with each other. This represents how infidelity can cause strain on your relationship. Marriage counseling for infidelity creates a safe space for you and your partner to approach the issues in the relationship and move forward.

Online Marriage Counseling for Infidelity in NC and VA

Are you asking yourself if you can save your relationship after infidelity? Willing to do so? Discover how Marriage counseling for infidelity can help you… Read More »Online Marriage Counseling for Infidelity in NC and VA

Photo of a couple holding each other at dawn. This represents how emotionally focused therapy techniques help couples connect.

Emotionally Focused Therapy Techniques for Couples

How do emotionally focused therapy techniques for couples work? Can this intervention truly benefit my relationship? Learn how EFT can be effective in identifying negative… Read More »Emotionally Focused Therapy Techniques for Couples