Healthy Habits Archives | Hillary Counseling, Milwaukee-based Therapy for Adolescents and Adults Lisa Hillary, MSW, LCSW, Psychotherapy and Counseling for Adults and Adolescents Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:23:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 How to Stop Obsessing Over Losing Weight for Summer: A Milwaukee Therapist’s Perspective https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/05/21/how-to-stop-obsessing-over-losing-weight-for-summer-a-milwaukee-therapists-perspective/ Thu, 21 May 2026 22:20:08 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9602 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling As the weather starts warming up in Milwaukee and summer plans begin filling the calendar, many people notice a familiar shift in their thoughts. Suddenly it’s everywhere: summer bodies, diet trends, workout challenges, before-and-after transformations, and messages telling us we should somehow become a different version of ourselves […]

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]]> Perfectionism and Eating Disorders: Why High Achievers Are at Greater Risk https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/03/15/perfectionism-and-eating-disorders-why-high-achievers-are-at-greater-risk/ Sun, 15 Mar 2026 20:31:40 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9498 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling At first glance, perfectionism often looks like a strength. Many high achievers are disciplined, motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to doing things well. These traits can lead to success in academics, careers, and personal goals. However, perfectionism can also come with a hidden cost. Research consistently shows that perfectionism […]

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]]> Where to Start When Looking for a Therapist in Milwaukee https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/01/12/where-to-start-when-looking-for-a-therapist-in-milwaukee/ Mon, 12 Jan 2026 19:29:22 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9351 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling Where to Start When Looking for a Therapist in Milwaukee Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming. Maybe you’ve been considering therapy for a while. Maybe something recently shifted. Or maybe you’re simply ready to invest in yourself but aren’t sure where to begin. If you’re looking for […]

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]]> Topics to Explore in Therapy: Building Self-Awareness and Growth https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2024/11/21/topics-to-explore-in-therapy-building-self-awareness-and-growth/ Thu, 21 Nov 2024 22:37:12 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7931 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling Therapy offers a unique opportunity to pause, reflect, and examine the deeper layers of your life. The topics you explore can unlock insight, promote healing, and inspire meaningful change. Here are seven thought-provoking areas to discuss with your therapist: 1. The Values You Hold at This Stage of […]

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]]> How to Become a Better Person in 7 Days https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2024/10/14/how-to-become-a-better-person-in-7-days-2/ Mon, 14 Oct 2024 17:52:10 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7840 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling How often do think about becoming a BETTER version of yourself? Well, besides when you’re setting “New Year’s Goals and Resolutions?”  A lot of us are continually striving to be better…better parents, better partners, better friends, better daughters, better listeners. A helpful self-improvement strategy can be to place […]

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]]> Learning How to Confront Someone When You Are a People Pleaser https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2024/10/07/learning-how-to-confront-someone-when-you-are-a-people-pleaser-2/ Mon, 07 Oct 2024 17:04:52 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7835 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling “The more room you give yourself to express your true thoughts and feelings, the more room there is for your wisdom to emerge.” ~Marianne Williamson I have always been a people-pleaser, a trait that on the surface seems positive. Like many of us, I want people to like […]

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]]> Can the “777” Rule Improve Your Relationship? https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2024/07/22/can-the-777-rule-improve-your-relationship/ Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:42:53 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7751 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling You may have heard people touting the “777 rule” as a way to strengthen your relationship with your significant other. And it’s got nothing to do with getting lucky on a particular Boeing model of airplane. Instead, each of the three sevens corresponds to the frequency at which […]

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]]> Invest In Yourself For Relationship Growth https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2024/03/13/invest-in-yourself-for-relationship-growth/ Wed, 13 Mar 2024 20:46:35 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7556 If you can’t keep it together, your relationship can’t either. Sometimes, the right thing to do when your relationship feels off track is to check in on yourself. Dr. John Gottman, who has revolutionized the study of marriage, recommends that you take some time to be “selfish.” If that word feels funny to you, think […]

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]]> Self-Care In The New Year https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2023/12/28/self-care-in-the-new-year/ Thu, 28 Dec 2023 22:35:27 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7404 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling Did you know that 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by February? Do you have plans for this new year? Are you wondering if they will stick? Let’s explore dynamic and practical strategies to maintain mental and physical wellness throughout the year, not just in the fleeting glow […]

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]]> Raising An Intuitive Eater https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2023/08/22/raising-an-intuitive-eater/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 21:23:22 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7333 There’s been a lot of talk about intuitive eating lately, which got us thinking: If we can learn to eat intuitively, when did we learn not to? No matter how you diverged from your natural eating style, it’s possible to get it back—and support your children in maintaining theirs, say Sumner Brooks, MPH, RDN and Amee Severson, […]

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