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Reading/Book List for Change
A Reading List regarding Change created by a Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Michela Dalsing MS, LMHC, LCPC
Jul 6, 20216 min read


The Nitty Gritty of Self-Maintenance
Self-care day is July 24th. Now, I’m not here to talk about the self-care you’ve been fed by marketing ploys of beauty companies.

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Jun 29, 202115 min read


Big Bang Judgements
Okay, so real talk. I love The Big Bang Theory . It's one of the only sitcoms I can watch on repeat and never get sick of. I think it's because I can see myself in the characters so much. I've always just felt like a big nerd at heart during any point of my life. Naturally, this leads me to connect to most of the characters. I have a love for most things that aren’t “mainstream” and that tend to have a cult following. Sign me up for all comic books, Joss Wheadon, sci-fi, horr

Michela Dalsing MS, LMHC, LCPC
Jun 1, 20218 min read


What is Borderline Personality Disorder? (BPD)
One of the most difficult disorders for people to understand (and break that cycle of hurt) is Borderline Personality Disorder. Borderline P

Michela Dalsing MS, LMHC, LCPC
May 18, 20218 min read


Depressed and Unmotivated?
Depression can be a bitch. She can convince you to stay in bed and do nothing, and tell you lies like “You’re worthless, why even try?”

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
May 5, 20217 min read


Do Weighted Blankets Work?
Is a weighted blanket right for you? What are other options? How do they work? How do you pick one? ~Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Michela Dalsing MS, LMHC, LCPC
Apr 20, 20213 min read


How Do You Calm a Panic Attack?
LMHC suggested coping skills. I don’t know about you, but I personally can’t get my zen on in the middle of feeling like I’m dying.

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Apr 9, 20218 min read


Bloom - Book Review
Bloom is a children’s book about a seedling learning to accept the changes of life over time.

Michela Dalsing MS, LMHC, LCPC
Apr 1, 20212 min read


What It's Like to Have Cancer in a Global Pandemic
Zoos are sad places. After visiting a large zoo in San Antonio, Tx I vowed never to go back. I would never support treating animals so...

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Mar 25, 202112 min read


The Stone Boys - Book Review
Official Villain Esteem Book Review for The Stone Boys by Michael Gurian.

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Feb 9, 20215 min read


Pandemic Reading/Book List
What do Therapists think you should read if you're trying to change?

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Jan 23, 20215 min read


Book/Resource Review Policy
Our goal is to find books that will fit into our Mental Health Book Club and help some authors along the way.

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Dec 29, 20203 min read


What is Family Health History and Why Does it Matter?
Why care? Read more about why Family Health History is even a National Awareness Day, Why it lands on Thanksgiving.

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Nov 28, 20206 min read


Why is Gratitude Harder During the Pandemic?
How can you make Thanksgiving count when you can’t even be near people?

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Nov 21, 20206 min read


I Wish I Could Just be OK Again
One of the worst feelings to experience is being so close to being steadily okay, and then just having that feeling ripped away from you.

Michela Dalsing MS, LMHC, LCPC
Oct 8, 202011 min read


Panic Attack or Anxiety Attack?
You’ve heard of anxiety attacks. You’ve heard of panic attacks. Have you heard of the difference?

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Sep 13, 20206 min read


4 Levels of Depression
Have you ever searched "Am I depressed?" Look no further, here is a relatable breakdown to depression with a Quiz!

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Sep 10, 20204 min read


Mama Said You Gotta Shop Around
Have you wondered how to find a good counselor? For some odd reason, it’s a really weird concept for people to shop around for therapists.

Michela Dalsing MS, LMHC, LCPC
Aug 31, 20204 min read


The Worry Tree - Villain Esteem Style
The traditional counseling "Worry Tree" redone with a Villain Esteem flair. (dark)

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Aug 27, 20201 min read


Sorry I Didn't Text You Back, I have Anxiety
Anxiety is an invisible monster most people don’t understand. Some people don’t even believe in it. I view it like Bigfoot or Slenderman.

Ximena Alyssa Herriges-Dalsing
Aug 24, 202010 min read








