My life is great, but I feel sad- could I be depressed? Signs of High functioning depression from an atlanta therapist
You are successful at work, and your relationships are going great. You have a pretty active social life, considering the last couple of years of a pandemic! Things are going good…but you feel sad, and wonder “could I be depressed?” Maybe you try to “snap”...
I’m struggling with body image in the new year- is body positivity even possible? An Atlanta Therapist for Young Adults Weighs in
It’s that time of year again- the diet industry is in full swing making us all feel guilty for our Holiday celebrations. With all the messages from the media, and friends and family talking about their new year diets, it makes sense to be struggling with body...
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...
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...
My PTSD Comes Up on Veterans Day – Tips from an Atlanta Trauma Therapist
Our Atlanta trauma therapists have the privilege to work with veterans. Veterans Day is celebrated every November 11th, and is meant to honor the veterans of this country for their service and sacrifice. Sometimes part of this sacrifice includes trauma sustained in...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.