Category: JFCS Counseling Services

Is it ok that I feel ok? Is it ok that I don’t?  Many of those who were most directly impacted by violent hate crimes struggle for years after the tragedy only to be faced with long, difficult days following a trial, sometimes face to face with the offender. For…Read More

Try these 9 easy, helpful breathing techniques to help you when you feel stressed or anxious. Breathing techniques provide a simple and effective way to manage stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues. When we experience stress or anxiety, our breathing can become shallow and rapid, which can exacerbate feelings…Read More

The next few months may be a very challenging time for our community with the trial for the Pittsburgh synagogue shooter, and it's natural to feel anxious. Here are some tips for dealing with feelings of anxiety during the 10/27 trial: Acknowledge your feelings: Recognize that feeling anxious is a…Read More

When we talk about caring for ourselves, we often focus on physical and emotional health alone. But true wellness encompasses the various facets of life beyond just physical and emotional wellbeing and recognizes that each person has unique needs when it comes to taking care of themselves. That’s where the…Read More