How to Battle Your Winter Blues

by Sanctuary | Feb 9, 2018 | Depression & Anxiety, Featured, Wellness & Mindfulness

You know those people who hate hot weather, love wearing ten layers under their super heavy winter coats, and obsess over freshly fallen snow? Gosh, those people have it easy in winter. That’s not everyone. Winter can be a depressing time for many. It’s dark in the...

Questions to Ask in a Relationship: A.R.E you there? A.R.E you with me?

by Sanctuary | Nov 2, 2017 | Couples & Partners

You have likely heard some version of the importance of physical safety in relationships – and yes, this is essential! However, we tend to talk less about the importance of emotional safety in relationships. Feeling emotionally safe in your relationship goes even...

Eating Disorders: Thieves of Life & Happiness

by Sanctuary | Mar 5, 2016 | Depression & Anxiety, Wellness & Mindfulness, Women

What comes to mind when you think of an eating disorder? Do you think of Hollywood stars, models, success, and popularity? Or do you think of sadness, isolation, disgust, and guilt? If you or someone you love has suffered from an eating disorder, you likely know that...

The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation (as evidenced by this blog post)

by Heather Kramer Almquist, MA, LPC, NCP, CT, CDWF | Nov 23, 2013 | Depression & Anxiety, Parenting, Wellness & Mindfulness

So, you’ll have to forgive me. This post is, by its very nature going to be a little “me” centered. And possibly, at times, slightly incoherent. With a high probability of misspelled words. (though I’m counting on auto-correct to handle most of that. (and thank god...