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As Father’s Day approaches, we often reflect on the love, protection, and wisdom fathers provide throughout our lives. At Safe Harbor Counseling, we recognize that fatherhood is not a one-size-fits-all role, but rather a journey that evolves over time. According to Dr. Beth Plachetka, LCSW, EdD and owner of Safe Harbor Counseling, fatherhood can...
Change is both inevitable and challenging. The way we address change in our life can impact our mental health, and can lead to symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. Depression typically keeps us locked in the past; we regret decisions and actions, either those made, those avoided, or both. Anxiety freezes us in the present as we try to make...
Keep Your Brain Sharp This Summer -Learn How With Dr. Beth Plachetka, LCSW EdD of Safe Harbor Counseling. Listen here and discover how to make the most of your summer for a sharper, healthier brain! 🔗https://lnkd.in/gzaS4BRj Ready to give your brain a boost this summer? Dr. Beth’s latest podcast episode, "Summer Reset: Keeping Our Brain Sharp,"...
Celebrating Flag Day: A Reflection by Dr. Beth Plachetka Dr. Beth Plachetka of Safe Harbor Counseling shares a heartfelt story about discovering the significance of Flag Day on the day her son Mike was born. Although she always loved her country, she admits she didn’t fully appreciate Flag Day until June 14th, the day Mike was born. Unlike the...
When celebrating Father’s Day, which falls on the third Sunday of June each year, it’s important to understand the three stages of fatherhood: ‘That’s MY Dad’, ‘That Dad’, and ‘What Do You Think, Dad?’. “The first stage of fatherhood is ‘That’s MY Dad’,” explained Dr. Beth Plachetka, LCSW, EdD and owner of Safe Harbor Counseling. “During this...