Moving to the U.S. can bring excitement—but also emotional stress. From culture shock to loneliness, many immigrants silently struggle to adjust. This guide explores the stages of cultural adaptation, offers mental health tips, and reminds you: seeking support isn’t weakness—it’s strength. At Bodhi Counseling, we’re here to help you feel seen, supported, and grounded as you build your new life.

OCD is more than neatness—it’s battling intrusive thoughts, irrational fears, and compulsions fueled by anxiety. Misrepresentation in media hides the reality: the true “OCD Monster” is fear of the unknown. Learn how to spot real OCD symptoms and support those who live with it.

Selective Mutism (SM) is an anxiety disorder where a child speaks comfortably in safe environments but remains silent in social settings. It often appears between ages 2–4 and is more common in girls. Early recognition, patience, and therapy can help children overcome SM and gain confidence to communicate freely.

Anxiety is not just “worrying too much.” It’s a full-body response driven by the brain’s alarm system. From racing heartbeats to shaky hands, anxiety can shrink daily life. But with tools like breathing exercises, grounding, small steps against avoidance, and supportive routines, it is possible to calm the body, reframe thoughts, and expand your world again.

Sometimes we see something we wish we hadn’t. Whether it’s on the news, in a movie, or real life, it’s natural to feel shaken. Your reaction is valid, and gentle self-care can help you find calm again. From mindful breathing to simple acts of kindness toward yourself, these steps can ground you and remind you that you’re not alone in carrying the weight of what you saw.

This article explores how social media and technology influence mental health, highlighting both benefits and challenges, and offers strategies to maintain a healthy digital balance.

Adrianna Powell, LSW, offers compassionate therapy for kids, teens, young adults, and families in Champaign, IL. With experience in trauma, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and family dynamics, Adrianna creates a collaborative, affirming space for healing. Sessions are available in-person or online across Illinois.

Meet Lauren Eberle, a Licensed Social Worker at Bodhi Counseling in Champaign, IL. She provides compassionate, collaborative therapy for teens and adults facing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and identity challenges. Lauren specializes in supporting neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC clients, offering a safe, affirming space for healing and growth.

College life is exciting but stressful. Between classes, projects, and personal challenges, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. These therapist-recommended coping strategies go beyond “just breathe” to help you manage stress, care for your mental health, and find real support—so you can navigate college life without burning out.

Feeling like you’re barely holding it together this back-to-school season? You’re not alone. These 5 therapist-approved tips are designed to help overwhelmed parents stay calm, grounded, and human—while supporting your kids and yourself through the transition.

An ICE visit can trigger fear, anxiety, and confusion. This article helps you understand your rights and protect your mental health during uncertain times. Learn what to do if ICE comes to your door and how to stay emotionally safe. Knowledge is power, and your emotional well-being is just as important as your physical safety. At Bodhi Counseling, we’re here to support you.

Meet Megan K. Ramirez, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner serving clients ages 5 to 65 in Champaign, IL and statewide via telehealth. Megan offers compassionate, evidence-based care through evaluations, medication management, and therapy—with a trauma-informed, person-centered approach.

Beginning July 17, 2025, the 9-8-8 Lifeline will end its LGBTQ+ “Press 3” option, which connected over 1.3 million youth with affirming crisis counselors. This change, tied to federal budget cuts, has sparked concern among mental health experts and LGBTQ+ advocates. Without this dedicated support, many fear increased risk for vulnerable youth. The Trevor Project continues to offer life-saving LGBTQ+ crisis care.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to focus on the importance of mental well-being and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health

Have you ever been told, “Just think positively!”? This is what I like to call a “key-in-locked-chest” problem:

As the snow begins to melt and the days grow longer, spring is just around the corner.

After months of coughing and throat discomfort, I underwent an endoscopy and throat biopsy in late 2023.

Setting New Year’s resolutions is a classic tradition people participate in to set goals for themselves to work towards for the year.

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a profile of autism that involves an intense need to resist

For many of us, the outcome of this month’s presidential election was a disturbing event that affected our sense of safety