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For many, mention of the holiday season elicits thoughts of crackling fireplaces, snowflakes falling gently from the sky, and reunions with loved ones. However, unwelcome feelings of stress can dampen the joyous spirit of the season. The higher stress levels associated with the season could be attributed to any number of factors. The time period…

Endless nights spent studying prior to tests and quizzes, innumerable hours dedicated to extracurricular activities, precious minutes of sleep cut short so as to groggily step into the classroom before the bell rings – all culminate in a triumphant graduation from high school. Many graduates will then embark on the next phase of their educational…

Anxiety and depression are symptoms of the overall stress and burnout that can come with having a fast-paced lifestyle. Living in the suburbs away from it all in beautiful Franklin, Massachusetts has its benefits, but even if you only head into Boston a few days each week on business, it can be extremely stressful. The…

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT is used to provide treatment for a wide range of issues and disorders. Individuals who want to learn how to reduce anxiety and address specific issues, including obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), substance abuse, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and autism spectrum disorders (ASD), can benefit greatly from cognitive behavioral therapy…

People who suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) to any degree, know what it is like to have their daily lives disrupted by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. It can seem like no matter what you do, you can’t get rid of those thoughts or behaviors. However, therapy services in Franklin, MA through Transitions Counseling…

When parents decide to divorce, it can become a very confusing and stressful time for children, regardless of age. They often feel anger, guilt, responsibility and fear at the thought of their parents breaking up. It is important for couples who are contemplating divorce to bring their children in for counseling services and supportive therapy…

One of the most successful types of behavioral therapies used today in the treatment of young children and adolescents who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). In some studies, older children, teens and even young adults who suffer from ASD have benefited from the treatment provided through CBT. The…