Fran Tierney, LCPC, Psychotherapist & Consultant

Hello from Sunny California ☀️ Two of my favorite things…visiting my son and soaking up some sunshine!

A reminder that growth is a process. Therapy is a safe place to explore and find healthy ways to continue to build your capacity & evolve. 🧠 💚

Grief. It never ends. Grief is a process yet a never ending process. For me, it’s a daily reminder of how lucky I was to have my Dad. Does it get easier? Maybe? It’s hard to say because we have to accept the loss. Not necessarily easier. 🩵

A Better Path to Relief From Stress and Anxiety 6. What is one part of your situation that you can change?

So often I hear people say, “I had no idea these changes were actually warning signs.” Don’t hesitate to check in on someone if you notice changes or if you have concerns about their health.

Facts are important. 💚

Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that often coexist with conditions like depression & anxiety. They are not a choice & require compassion, support, & treatment. 💙

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Often people enter treatment and want to reduce their symptoms of anxiety and/or depression. Before anxiety and depressive symptoms can be reduced, we have to address the eating disorder symptoms. This can be complicated because many people want to hold on to the ED, but want to lesson their anxiety or depressive experience. The ED has physical and emotional components which can prevent true symptom relief from depression and anxiety. 💜

How common are Eating Disorders? Too common.

Hello from sunny California ☀️
A friendly reminder of the importance of Vitamin D~ and for those of us who live in the Midwest, taking a Vitamin D supplement is incredibly helpful. Here are a few of the benefits:
~ Bone Health
~ improved immune system
~ improved mental health
~ improved stress management
~ improved sleep

Purpose, Connection and Enjoyment are so important in your day to day life. Consider these questions…these are great therapy topics, btw.

People often struggle to find meaning and purpose in their lives but purpose is something we need to build, not something we stumble upon. If you're ready to start, consider these five questions.

Happy New Year everyone!

Just because we're alive doesn't mean we always feel full of life, as everyday stresses can leave us drained and worn down. Fortunately, small, proven adjustments like these can help us regain our vitality.

My assistant for today! 🐾

Wishing you a great day 🍁

Starting this Thanksgiving Week feeling thankful to spend the weekend at Ohio State University with our oldest son. Loved every minute!

Election Anxiety is real. Please take good care of yourself! 🫶🏼 Here are a few tips to remember:

November is a great month to practice gratitude!