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Managing the Holidays with a Child with ADHD

Mary Pat Hamzik, B.S.  The holidays can be a joyous time filled with family, friends, and fun. It can also …

Understanding Autism in Females: Recognizing the Signs 

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects people of all genders, yet it has long been …

Adult ADHD: What Is It? What Can You Do? And How Can Quintessential Health Help You?

By James Modico, M.A. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is commonly discussed with children. However, adults can also have ADHD. …

Avoiding Burnout-Tips for Students

As we enter fall and many schools resume, it is important for students to stay educated about the signs of …

Maternal Mental Health: Postpartum Depression

This week is Maternal Mental Health Awareness week. Many women experience mental health difficulties both during and after pregnancy. These …

8 Easy Tips for Mastering Spring Cleaning

Spring Cleaning! The time of year where we look around our homes and offices and evaluate just how much “stuff” …

Managing Summer Stress: It’s Not Always Fun and Games

For many people, summer can be a time to relax, kick your feet back, and enjoy the time away from …

Recognizing the Red Flags: When Has Your Relationship Become Unhealthy?

Meeting someone new, dating, and falling in love can be some of the most exciting feelings we get to experience …

Picking the Right Therapist

Choosing the right therapist for your mental health needs can often be challenging or overwhelming. There are different types of …

Feeling Down? You May Be Experiencing Depression

Depression is a term that is often used to describe feeling sad or “down,” however clinical depression goes beyond these …

When Do Obsessions Become a Concern? Looking Closer into OCD…

I’m sure you’ve heard someone say in the context of being a “neat freak” or having to have something just …

The True Meaning Of Self-Care… And How To Start

S E L F – C A R E / self-‘ker / [noun] The practice of actively preserving or improving …

Overcoming Challenges on Your Mental Health Journey

Life is associated with uncertainty and challenges that are inevitable. There are going to be times when difficulties arise unexpectedly, …

When is Your Anxiety Too Much to Handle?

Sally Sanchez, MA Anxiety is a normal part of life that all human beings experience at various levels. In fact, …

Beating the Morning Fog

“Motivation is the process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors.” For many people, motivation is the reason why we …

Making new habits: Why can it be difficult?

A GOAL without a PLAN is just a WISH.” We have all struggled to break an existing habit or implement …

Avoiding Workplace & Job Burnout

More and more people are talking about burnout at work, but there are still some misconceptions about what the term …

Challenging Negative Self-Talk

“Ugh, that was so embarrassing, I’m so awkward.” “I can’t believe I messed that up, I’m so stupid.” “There’s no …

Mindfulness: It May Be Easier Than You Think

“I feel so…blahh.” “I cannot even put into words how I am feeling right now.” “ I am green with …

How Society Creates a Perfect Storm of Sleep Disturbances for Teens

“Most teens don't sleep enough; here's how you can help.” There is clear evidence that it is normal behavior for …