Helpful Articles
HALT- Four Things To Pay Attention to During Conflict- Tips from an Atlanta Couples Counselor
Have you ever noticed that right when you’re about to have a conflict with your spouse or partner you have a moment during which you ask yourself why you’re being so crazy? Maybe you’re yelling loudly, or cursing, or just can’t stop arguing your point. Or maybe you...
I’m a CEO, Entrepreneur, leader and While Things are Fine…I Might Need an Atlanta Counselor
To all my entrepreneurs, leaders, CEO’s and boss’s in the world, I hear you. As an Atlanta counselor, I see a lot of high achievers in my office. I love working with you! You all have unique personalities, skillsets, strengths, pursuits…and YOU ARE ALL HUMAN. It’s...
My Mood is Down, I think I’m Depressed. What now? – Tips From an Atlanta Therapist
Depression can be a tricky issue to face, and if you’re reading this article you’re probably starting in a good place. A great step to take is to start talking to professionals about what you’re experiencing. Low mood can be caused by many things including...
I Am Not Used to Not Being in Control…Tips for entrepreneurs, Leaders, and CEO’s on Getting Through Such an Unpredictable Time
Notice yourself feeling waves of uncertainty and doubt with all of the unknowns related to the pandemic? Atlanta therapist providing online counseling during COVID efforts, I keep telling my clients that if I’m feeling it (and I’ve got lots of training in building...
Managing Grief From Coronavirus – By a Therapist Providing Online Counseling in Atlanta during Social Distancing
Speaking about the grief people are experiencing during Coronavirus feels heavy, and I fear I will not say half of what people need to hear. I apologize for that, as I wish I could say all the right things. I also acknowledge that maybe no one really can. This comes...
Ways to Manage your Unhealthy Binge Eating, Binge Watching TV, etc. – From a Therapist Providing Online Counseling in Atlanta During Coronavirus Social Distancing
How are you doing during this time of social distancing during a worldwide pandemic? We’ve transitioned to providing online counseling in Atlanta during coronavirus social distancing efforts, and I’ve noticed some things within myself and my clients. Now, for some...
How to Manage Anxiety During a Pandemic Like Coronavirus – By an Atlanta Anxiety Counselor
It would have been hard to imagine in January that in only a few weeks our worlds would feel completely turned upside down. I can remember a time when hearing that there was a virus in another country didn’t hit me much. In my Atlanta counseling office, I work...
Could Nutritional Status Play an Important Role in Your Mental Health? A Holistic Nutritionist Explains.
"One of the most limiting concepts in the human sciences is the idea that the mind and body are separate”. Patrick Holford, Clinical Nutritionist Could what you eat play a role in your mental Health? Possibly. The Standard American Diet (SAD) has shifted since the...
Quick Tips from an Atlanta Couples Counselor
We do couples counseling with Atlanta with couples in all stages and phases of life. Some are newly wed, some haven't married yet, some have been married 30 years, some have been married 10. We love getting to hear your stories, support you, challenge you.... And in...
Men, construction, parenting and counseling
Now that I have your attention men, if you are not already aware, mental health issues are relatively common. Mental health issues include anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse and strained relationships. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness...
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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.