Wisdom Within Counseling and Coaching
Helping Kids, Teens, & Couples Build Positive, Meaningful Relationships
Hi! I’m Courtney Littlewood. I am thrilled to join the practice as a teen therapist at Wisdom Within Counseling in Niantic. East Lyme adolescent and teen therapy with me is unique, personalized, and a different approach. Adolescent therapy with us is tailored to your child’s unique needs to bring out their best self and highlight their strengths! Expert with Children
In America and the western culture, we are quick to label foods as good or bad. In the 1980’s, fats were deemed bad. And, food companies made bank labeling foods as fat free. However, fats are really important for a healthy brain and heart! Moreover, many people struggle with a healthy relationship with food. With candy and sweets being less
As the clinical psychologist at Wisdom Within Counseling near East Lyme, Connecticut, I wanted to share with you some great techniques for when you are feeling worried and concerned. Worry is a feeling we all get from time and again. Worry is like rocking in a rocking chair. You have something to do, but it gets you nowhere. If you are
First, when you’re nursing an injury, it can feel dreadful. At one time, you could run and play. For one, you may feel lost, alone, and in a void. You’ve lost your old identity. Unfortunately, you no longer have access to your flow state due to your recent injury. And, being in pain hurts. Further, sports injuries often lead to
An attitude of gratitude is simple, and only takes a mind shift! Why do we need gratitude? If you feel down and depression, you may feel a lack of motivation. Also, you may feel worthless, ugly, or unloveable. But, gratitude and of course, professional counseling can help you feel better. Sometimes, you may think about the negative parts of life.
First, depression can be debilitating. And, it is not something you can snap out of by choice. Sometimes, depression is a result of a deep loss, trauma, or heartbreak. For others, depression comes in waves chronically. Overall, if you are looking for creative depression help in Southeastern Connecticut, our team can help! You can tart having more energy, feeling more
A Recent Break Up Keeping You Stuck? First, when a relationship ends, no matter how long or short, it can be devastating. One moment, you and your partner were so in love. The next, you are separate, distant, and too different. Also, loss and depression becomes very real. At any point, if you feel suicidal, always call the suicide help
Anxiety can be challenging, especially in social situations. Children experience anxiety in different ways than adults and benefit from play therapy. Anxious adolescents often don’t yet have the brain development to verbalize their anxiety and worry either. Art, music and animal therapies are highly effective for helping adolescents process anxiety. Also, young adults who are anxious, have anxiety attacks, and