Self-Care 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 20:35:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 New to Therapy? Everything You Need to Know Before Your First Session https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2025/05/06/new-to-therapy-everything-you-need-to-know-before-your-first-session/ Tue, 06 May 2025 18:00:36 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=8182 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling Thinking about starting therapy is a big and brave step. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, curious about personal growth, or simply want support navigating life’s challenges, therapy can be a powerful tool. If you’re asking yourself, “I want to start therapy—what do I need to know?”, you’re not alone. […]

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]]> Parental Stress and Difficulties Coping… https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2024/10/28/parental-stress-and-difficulties-coping/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:46:05 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7879 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling You’ve probably heard about the recent U.S. Surgeon General Advisory on parental stress. Parents and caregivers feeling stressed is not a new phenomenon. However, today’s levels of stress have parents at a breaking point, with 41 percent of parents saying that most days they feel so stressed they […]

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]]> Stressed and Anxious? Here’s How to Stay Emotionally Healthy https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2024/10/01/stressed-and-anxious-heres-how-to-stay-emotionally-healthy-2/ Tue, 01 Oct 2024 15:56:15 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7826 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling “Health is not just about what you’re eating. It’s also about what you’re thinking and saying.” A virus is spreading across the globe. Schools are shut down. People are out of work. Grocery stores are empty. Weddings, graduations, vacations, a day in court—canceled. This is the ultimate test […]

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]]> Online Therapy for Busy Lifestyles: Prioritizing Your Mental Health https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2024/02/13/online-therapy-for-busy-lifestyles-prioritizing-your-mental-health/ Tue, 13 Feb 2024 18:52:38 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7541 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling Managing the balance of work, life, and relationships can be challenging, and sometimes, finding the time to prioritize your mental health can feel like a daunting task. But, that’s the benefit of having an online therapist. Whether you’re juggling work, family, or a never-ending to-do list, online therapy, offers […]

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]]> Embracing Imperfection: The Power of Self-Compassion https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2024/01/19/embracing-imperfection-the-power-of-self-compassion/ Fri, 19 Jan 2024 21:44:48 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7505 When we watch TV, scroll through social media, or see other people’s achievements in life, we can develop unrealistic standards of beauty, intelligence, and success. This can create a habit of constantly comparing ourselves to others, which can lead to harsh self-criticism. Harsh self-criticism can have a negative impact on our mental and emotional health. […]

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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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]]> How To Cope With Grief During the Holidays https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2022/11/29/how-to-cope-with-grief-during-the-holidays/ Tue, 29 Nov 2022 20:40:18 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7037 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling The swell of grief around the holidays is a common reason clients enter our therapy office this time of year. People often seek help for the immense sorrow that starts surfacing right around Thanksgiving. When you’re grieving, there may be times when you want to participate in the excitement and […]

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]]> New Service…Health Coaching in Milwaukee https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2022/10/09/new-service-health-coaching-in-milwaukee/ Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:54:44 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=7007 ✨ Exciting news…We’re now offering HEALTH COACHING! ✨⁠ ⁠⁠ Are you looking to deepen your connection with your body, resolve health concerns, and cultivate a healthier you? ⁠ ⁠ Health coaching is designed to support you in regaining balance and vitality by assessing the 6 main dimensions of wellness: physical, mental, emotional, social, intellectual, and […]

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]]> 5 Ways Almost Everyone Misunderstands Emotions https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2022/07/21/5-ways-almost-everyone-misunderstands-emotions/ Thu, 21 Jul 2022 12:46:00 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=6701 Our emotions provide valuable data, but there are some ways virtually everyone misinterprets their emotions. This can lead to mismanaging your emotions or the situation they occur in. When you become aware of these, you can adjust so that you’re calmer and more effective. Here are five common mistakes: 1. We think our emotions relate […]

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]]> 7 Tips For Building A Better Body Image As An Adult https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2022/06/02/7-tips-for-building-a-better-body-image-as-an-adult/ Thu, 02 Jun 2022 19:05:33 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=6608 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling When you catch a glimpse of your reflection in a window, or see yourself in a new picture that a friend posts on social media, what thoughts immediately come to mind? Are they generally positive (I look so happy!), or more negative (Well, at least everyone else looks […]

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