3 Tips For Surviving – and Thriving – on Valentine’s Day Without a Partner – by an Atlanta Counselor
Loneliness is piercing, painful, pervasive, and heavy. In the best of times, Valentine’s Day evokes mixed emotions. In a pandemic, it can easily highlight the difficulty of dating in the digital age and provoke feelings of sadness and hopelessness. This...
I Feel Down on Christmas – Tips from an Atlanta Depression Therapist
Christmas is touted as “the most wonderful time of the year” according to a popular carol. But for many people, Christmas feels awful and the holiday season feels dark. If you find yourself feeling down on Christmas, you’re not alone. Our Atlanta depression...
I Tend to Be A Loner. So, Tell Me Why It’s So Important to Have Friends – by an Atlanta Therapist Who Works with High Achievers
It’s healthy for everyone to have some alone-time. Some people need to be alone to recharge. Some people even prefer their own company. Maybe it’s easier to be alone – relationships come with expectations to manage, and who has time for that when you’re busy...
Need An EMDR Therapist? Tips for Finding Your Best Fit From An Atlanta EMDR Counselor
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapeutic treatment that has steadily gained popularity in recent years and for good reason. EMDR has proven to be especially hepful for treating issues such as: Post-traumatic Stress DisorderAnxiety...
How Can Talking About My Problem Help Fix It? It’s Not Changing the Situation. – Info From an Atlanta Counselor
How can talking about my problems make them better? It’s a common question for our Atlanta Counselors. And, we get why it’s asked. After all, when you talk to friends, it seems like it just stirs up all the pain and you never seem to get anywhere. So, why...About Us
I'm Mikela Hallmark, founder of Rise Counseling in Atlanta. We love helping people figure out what’s driving discontent, anxiety, worry and disconnectedness. It is our joy to assist clients with overcoming barriers and finding peace, joy, and genuine connection with others.