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Michelle Chapman (she/her/hers) B.A. in Psychology and Studio Art, Certified Life-Coach Advanced Placement Intern, Boston University Clinical MSW Program About me: There is nothing I love more than helping someone realize their worth and take steps toward living authentically and wholeheartedly! Life is an intricate dance of pain and joy, and all too often it can feel as if pain is leading the dance…stress, grief, sorrow, anxiety, fear, broken relationships, etc. To get by day-to-day, we learn to adapt…

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Being an empath is not always an easy journey….It comes with heightened senses and related emotions, being attuned to others’ energy both good and bad. Therefore, self care is of utmost importance. Boundaries are also important and cutting emotional cords from those that are unhealthy, both in the present and from past relationships. Explore, reflect and get to know how to cultivate this trait for your best and highest good. Also, how to protect yourself from energy vampires! You’ve…

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Supporting those living with chronic pain By Nikki Swooper, NYU Intern             For individuals in chronic pain, those experiencing lifelong fatigue, or individuals facing specific stressors, the distribution of helpful therapeutic techniques is an integral part of aiding client coping. In order for all individuals to become healthy and flourish, specialized actions, like incorporating therapeutic lifestyle changes, positive mindsets, and utilizing social relationships as a coping mechanism, are assimilated into helping a client live their life to the fullest…

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Hello, I’m Amy and I am happy that you have found me! I have been working with children and families for 13 years, and I have found that my passion is bearing witness to a person’s story. I hope to help people understand their story, and empower them to be their best self. I realized that I wanted to better serve my community and went back to school to get my masters in social work in 2016. I am…

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Written by Nikki Swoope, New York University Graduate student in the Mental Health and Wellness Counseling program.   Codependent individuals often wonder how they find themselves in similar relationships with different people doing the same thing: putting the other person before themselves. The other person whom they choose then chooses to focus on themselves, causing this repeating, unhealthy relationship pattern of dissatisfaction. This is the codependent cycle of relationships marked by unhealthy dynamics, yet they find themselves going back…

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After our 3.5 year anniversary of being in our current office space, we have decided that it’s time to grow and expand. We are so grateful that a larger space has become available in our current building and as a result, we will have more therapists joining the practice here. We are looking forward to being able to serve more people and the community during this time of change and angst. Please follow us for updates on new therapists…

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Good Faith Estimate for Health Care Items and Services    You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost  Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. Please read this if this applies to you. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total…

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We are so excited that Debbie has decided to join the practice here at Chesapeake Counseling Center. Debbie comes with a wealth of experience as a first responder, working in the hospital and community settings. Debbie has a natural gift for helping others and we are trilled that she has joined the practice. She is now accepting new clients.

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Self Reflection is so very important during this time. Looking at priorities, focusing on what really matters. So many distractions around, so much time spent on comparing yourself or your life to someone else. Focus on YOU! You are the Queen, You are the Light, You are the Glory! Focus on doing things that bring out your light, strive for a goal that requires you to step out of your comfort zone. Endure the challenge. Trust and Believe. You’ve…

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