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Coping with Holiday Expectation Stress
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and that can mean: a) someone will yet again buy us an ugly pair of socks,

David McDaniel, LCSW
Dec 5, 20233 min read


4 Ways to Help Destigmatize Mental Health Therapy
The pursuit of mental health is a topic that affects us all, both directly and indirectly. Unfortunately, there is still a lot of stigma

David McDaniel, LCSW
Nov 22, 20233 min read


Honoring grief and coping with loss during 'Dia de Los Muertos'
‘Dia de los Muertos,’ or Day of the Dead, is a holiday which originated in Mexico and is celebrated across Latin America
Jasmine Martinez
Nov 2, 20233 min read


Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
It's that time of year in the Midwest. The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting cooler. The leaves have started changing.

Melanie Sivley, LCSW
Oct 24, 20233 min read


Missed Our September Newsletter?
In case you missed it, read up on our September 2023 Newsletter!
Bodhi Admin
Sep 13, 20231 min read


9 Intersections Between Mental Illness and LGBTQ+ Identity
The intersection between mental illness and LGBTQ+ is a complex and multifaceted topic
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Sep 1, 20233 min read


The Lens of EMDR
"That's that therapy where you follow the therapist's fingers with your eyes, right?"
Kate Maurer
Aug 1, 20232 min read


An Honest Perspective on Coming Out
A truthful and honest perspective on coming out
Sean-Michael Green
Jun 13, 20233 min read


You are not alone
The LGBTQ+ community has faced a long history of discrimination, persecution, and violence.

Melanie Sivley, LCSW
May 3, 20232 min read


Bodhi on News Channel 20
Bodhi Counseling and Consulting's Melanie Sivley, LCSW, was given the opportunity to speak with ABC News Channel 20. The topic concerns...
Bodhi Admin
May 1, 20231 min read


Existentialism – The Role of Philosophy in Therapy
Existentialism-The Role of Philosophy in Therapy
Sean-Michael Green
Mar 20, 20233 min read


Why is it worthwhile to do psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy is widely promoted in the United States and is increasingly acknowledged as important and effective care that is okay to...

Melanie Sivley, LCSW
Feb 28, 20234 min read


Coping Skills and Resources - Here are a few of my favorite things
Here are a few of my favorite things: Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens Brown...

Melanie Sivley, LCSW
Jan 12, 20233 min read


Survivor of Suicide Day
November 19 marks International Survivors of Suicide Day, a day for those who have lost a loved one to suicide to remember and come together
Kate Maurer
Nov 16, 20222 min read


Kate Maurer, LCPC, on Therapy Thursdays!
Kate Maurer, LCPC joined Marcus Alexander on his Therapy Thursday's episode! The topic was climate and mental health, check out the link...
Hallie Pearson
Nov 6, 20221 min read


Kate Maurer, LCPC, featured in Daily Illini article!
Kate Maurer, LCPC, recently was interviewed by UIUC about her stance on climate awareness. We at Bodhi, are so proud to share this...
Hallie Pearson
Oct 20, 20221 min read


A Conversation About Coping: With Hallie Pearson
As a recent college grad from Northwestern University, coping tips were never something I knew I needed before. I was a college athlete...
Hallie Pearson
Oct 20, 20227 min read


ICYMI: Bodhi Went to C-U Pride Fest
Here at Bodhi Counseling & Consulting we work to cultivate diversity, equality, inclusion, and justice. Our duty is to serve all...
Hallie Pearson
Oct 10, 20221 min read


Five Quality-of-Life Tips for Those Going Back to School
Congratulations to students on starting a new school year! School is a place of growth, socializing, and knowledge. It can also be a...
Sean-Michael Green
Sep 20, 20224 min read


What is Complex Trauma?
Complex trauma, also called developmental trauma, refers to the experience of multiple traumatic or adverse events throughout a person’s...
Kate Maurer
Sep 7, 20222 min read
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