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Building Self-Love: Small Steps for Mental Health & Confidence
Self-love is essential to our mental and physical health, and how we view ourselves can significantly impact our well-being. Anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses often distort how we see ourselves, which affects our self-confidence and ability to show kindness to ourselves. When we struggle to love ourselves, it can make symptoms of depression and…
Read MoreCFR Staff Therapist Ryan McMillian Spoke on Veterans’ Voice Radio
September 30, 2019 | Recently, Ryan McMillian, MDiv, LMFT, shared his expertise in a panel discussion about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) on Veterans’ Voice Radio – WFYL. PTSD is a condition that affects individuals who have experienced, or witnessed, a traumatic event. Symptoms can vary in severity and are separated into four distinct clusters: Intrusive…
Read MoreStaff Therapist Dr. Kenneth Covelman Appears on CBS 3
October 22, 2018 | Airlines have seen a notable increase in passengers traveling with “emotional support animals” (ESAs). CBS 3 consulted Council for Relationships Staff Therapist Dr. Kenneth Covelman to learn more about why and how people fly with ESA’s. Click here to watch the full segment.
Read MoreStaff Therapist Sarah Bauer, MS, MFT featured in AAMFT’s Family Therapy Magazine
August 20, 2018 | Staff Therapist Sarah Bauer MS, MFT was featured in the current issue (Volume 17, Issue No. 4) of Family Therapy Magazine by the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) is the professional association for the field of marriage and family therapy. This…
Read MoreSenior Staff Therapist Bill Coffey Comments on Demi Lovato’s Tragic Relapse
August 1, 2018 | Bill Coffey, MSS, LCSW is a Senior Staff Therapist at our Center City and Voorhees, New Jersey locations. Bill has decades of experience working with individuals, couples, and families in recovery. Whether or not you believe that substance abuse or addiction is a disease, the fact that it is a leading health…
Read MoreCFR Faculty Dr. Ken Covelman Teaches Course on Psychological Issues in Genetic Counseling
March 16, 2018 | Genetic testing is a hot topic in the news. The genetic testing company, 23andMe just received approval from the Food and Drug Administration to begin selling at-home DNA-testing kits. Consumers can buy these kits without a prescription to detect their risk for BRCA breast cancer genes. The recent news has been stirring a conversation about…
Read MoreNancy Isserman in The Meadville Tribune: PTSD in Veterans contributes to depression, substance abuse
February 18, 2018 | Nancy Isserman, Director of Operation Home and Healing, spoke to The Meadville Tribune about the need for accessible, high-quality mental health services for Veterans. “The prevalence of PTSD among the veteran population needs to be confronted because the disorder will often contribute to other issues, including depression and substance abuse. Research shows…
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Anxiety and Worry Symptoms in Children
When children feel anxious, they may not show it in ways adults recognize. Instead of expressing their worries, they might refuse to go to school, avoid friends, or complain of stomachaches. Understanding these anxiety and worry symptoms in children can help parents, caregivers, and family members identify when a child may need support. Because childhood…
Read MoreStaff Therapist Carol Blum Reflects on Why Self-Harm in Teen Girls is on the Rise
November 27, 2017 A new study indicates that cases of self-harm and suicide attempts are on the rise among young girls in the US. The study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was published last week in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Hadas Kusnitz of KYW radio reached out to CFR therapist…
Read MoreBill Coffey, MSS, LCSW, Offers Expert Opinion on CBS 3
November 9, 2017 CBS 3 Philly consulted CFR Staff Therapist Bill Coffey to determine what is is normal behavior when in comes to privacy in a romantic relationship.
Read MoreCFR Staff Therapist Adam Goodman Interviewed by CBS3 Philly
In the wake of the Harvey Weinstein sexual harassment scandal, Adam Goodman sat down with Natasha Brown from CBS3 Philly to discuss how sexual harassment and rape survivors feel emotionally and psychologically when faced to uncover their experiences publicly. Click here to watch and read the full interview.
Read MoreAdam Goodman, CFR Staff Therapist, featured on Philly.com
Adam Goodman’s response to the horrific shooting at a country music concert that left 59 people dead on Sunday in Las Vegas, NV was posted to Philly.com. Click here to read the full article. Adam Goodman, JD, MFT Staff Therapist 215-382-6680 x 7208 agoodman@councilforrelationships.org
Read MoreCFR Staff Therapist Ryan McMillian Featured on CBS Philly: Helping Your Child And You Cope With Back-to-School Anxiety
Ryan McMillian sat down with CBS Philly to lend expert advice for parents coping with back to school anxiety. Click here to watch the full interview on CBS Philly
Read MoreCouncil Staff Therapist Emma Steiner interviewed in Generocity article
Council Staff Therapist Emma Steiner weighs in on providing mental health services for immigrants and refugees in Philadelphia through a partnership with Nationalities Service Center (NSC). Click here to read the full article. Emma Steiner, MSW, LCSW Staff Therapist 215- 382-6680 ext. 4279 esteiner@councilforrelationships.org Learn more about Emma on her staff profile, or you can make…
Read MoreCFR Staff Therapists George James and Ryan McMillian Make HuffPost List of 15 Black Male Therapists You Should Know
Council For Relationships’ Dr. George James and Ryan McMillian were recently featured in an article in the Huffington Post titled “15 Black Male Therapists You Should Know.” Click here to read the full article in HuffPost
Read MoreStaff Therapists Carol Blum and Wanda Sevey to Speak at Women Veterans Center
On May 23, 2017, Council staff therapist, Carol Blum will conduct an interactive discussion with women Veterans on “Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety” from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm at the Women Veterans Center located at 259 N. Lawrence Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. On June 8, 2017, Wanda Sevey will conduct an interactive discussion with women Veterans…
Read MoreStaff Therapist Dr. Bea Hollander to Speak at the 2017 Yom HaShoah Commemoration Day
Staff therapist Dr. Bea Hollander will speak at this years’ Yom HaShoah Commemoration Day on April 23, 2017 at 5:00PM at Har Zion Temple located at 1500 Hagys Ford Road. Penn Valley, PA. Click here for more information. To commemorate approximately six million Jews and five million others who lost their lives during the Holocaust, Dr….
Read MoreStaff Therapist, Sara Corse, Ph.D., interviewed on CBS 3 Philly to discuss Co-Parenting
Staff Therapist Sara Corse, Ph.D., sits down with Nicole Brewer from CBS Philly to discuss the importance of communication while co-parenting and divorced. Click here to read the full article and watch the interview. http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2017/04/04/divorced-parents-annual-family-portrait/
Read MoreKYW Newsradio 1060 interviews CFR’s Wanda Sevey, MDiv, LMFT
Council for Relationships’ very own Wanda Sevey, MDiv, LMFT was recently featured in an interview on KYW Newsradio 1060 about relationship break ups during the Spring season. Click here to read full related article.
Read MoreKenneth W. Covelman, Ph.D on Stepfamilies and Stepparenting
A wedding photo went viral this week — not of a bride and groom — but of a father and stepfather. In the picture, as the dad walks the daughter down the aisle, he grabs the hand of the stepfather and pulls him into the procession. The stepfather was brought to tears, as were many…
Read MoreTherapist Kristine Seitz interviewed on WHYY Voices in the Family
On August 17th, 2015, our Council for Relationships staff therapist, Kristine Seitz, was interviewed for a live episode on Social Media, Relationships, and Intimacy on WHYY Voices in the Family. Kristine discussed the role social media plays in dating and friendships. Listen to the full episode here.
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