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The Facts About Bipolar I Disorder Bipolar I disorder impacts about 2.5% of the U.S. population, which means about 6 million people in the U.S. are living with bipolar I disorder. While many people who are diagnosed with this condition feel like they are alone, it can be encouraging to know that so many other…

Bipolar 2 Myths vs. Reality When it comes to bipolar disorder, many of our clients are surprised to hear that there is actually more than one form of this condition. While bipolar II disorder is similar to bipolar I disorder, there are many differences that make diagnosing, treating, and living with bipolar II disorder very…

Support Through Divorce Divorce can be extremely difficult. It’s emotionally exhausting. It’s financially stressful, and so much more. The process of divorce can take a toll on the people involved, but therapy can be a beneficial resource during this tough time. Whether you want to visit a therapist individually or you and your divorcing partner…

Codependency 101 – Everything You Should Know One of the great things about relationships is having someone you can depend on for the big things and the everyday moments. Unfortunately, some relationships turn from being two people who know they can depend on each other to two people who only depend on each other or…

When it comes to discussing the different forms of depression, it can be a little confusing to understand exactly what each type is and how it’s addressed in therapy. In this blog, we’ll tackle some of the common myths associated with persistent depressive disorder, which is also simply referred to as PDD or dysthymia. You…

Major depressive disorder is a complex mood disorder that impacts many people. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly 7% of U.S. adults suffer from this condition. Because major depressive disorder is so common, clinicians have developed effective ways of addressing this condition. If you’re concerned that you may be suffering from major…

Transitions can be difficult for anyone, but if you struggle with significant stress that impacts your daily life before, during, and/or after a life change, you may be dealing with adjustment disorder. The good news is that therapy can help manage the impact of adjustment disorders, so you can start feeling more confident as you…

Whether you’ve been concerned about generalized anxiety disorder for a while or you recently had a physician or other professional recommend you seek treatment for this common mood disorder, you probably have some questions. In this blog, the Lansing Counseling team walks through the basic details of generalized anxiety disorder, and you can always learn…

Seasonal Depression and Anxiety T’is the season to be… . (fill it in for yourself)___ ? All of our favorite traditional songs fill in the blank for us: jolly, merry, bright, etc. Of course, those are wonderful feelings and very well may be true for many; however, what may go by the wayside is how…

The holiday season may not feel very merry for people who struggle with depression, those who are working through grief and loss, and individuals with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), but it’s actually very common to experience heightened levels of depression or sadness at the holidays. Seeing other people being happy, feeling pressure to be happy…