Each year there is a focus for wellness and health in America. This observance for 2012 is September 17-23, 2012 with a variety of issues addressing all areas of health, yet for the purposes of this post, is to promote Mental Wellness and address areas of national concern. Integrated Medical and Mental Health services are […]
August, 2021-Focus-Children and Depression
Children across the country are enjoying the last remaining days of the summer. For many kids, summer break is a relaxing time filled with days by the pool, vacations, and time with family. But sometimes the change in routine or expectations of the season can lead you or your children to feel depressed. Depression in […]
Personal Perception: Life and PTSD
Disclaimer: The views expressed by interviewees may not be the views of the Contributor, Crystal Eaddy and/or Clinician and/or Staff of KLF Counseling & Consulting, PA. The contents of this blog are to share real life views of those impacted by or potentially impacted by the information contained within this publication. This is perhaps the […]
June, 2021-Focus-Father’s Day, Stress, Depression, and Symptoms
June is the month we honor the fathers in our lives. From teaching us as children, to raising us and mentoring us as adults, fathers play a pivotal role in our development. This month, take time to check in with the dads in your life and their mental health. Although depression is an illness that […]
May is Mental Health Month-Taking Care of Yourself!
Do you live your life well? Do you take time for yourself, make time to help others, and take care of your body? These things are often easier said than done. From family obligations, to careers, financial worries and beyond, we all face a myriad of stressors and demands everyday. Challenges are often faced trying to […]
Women and Anxiety-March, 2021 Focus
Is Anxiety on the Rise for Women? A recent article from Glamor magazine makes a rather convincing statements regarding women being diagnosed with anxiety disorders more frequently than men, as noted from the article “twice as likely to be diagnosed in women than in men”. But for 40 million Americans, anxiety disorders are debilitating and […]
About Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-CBT-Some Questions and Answers
Often clients are referred to the practice to receive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy yet do not understand what is meant by the term or approach with regard to treatment in counseling. Below is information provided to the practice from an independent resource to provide some guidance and insight this evidence based approach to treatment. If you […]
Screening For Mental Health-Anxiety, Stress, and Depression?
The peak of Summer is here. Temperatures are soaring, barbeques are crackling, and fireworks have been popping. During July, we celebrate America’s birth and many the accomplishments we’ve made along the way. During this time of reflection, it is important to also take time to assess ourselves and our own development. While summertime often brings […]
About Kathy L. Fortner, EDS, LPC, CCMHC
I am a Nationally Board Certified Clinical Mental Health Licensed Professional Counselor (CCMHC) with an active mental health counseling practice in Myrtle Beach, SC. I am originally from West Virginia, where I worked in various settings throughout my counseling career, from an educator both in the public and high education disciplines (Marshall University Counseling Department) […]
