December 11, 2017 Christmas carolers and mall music remind us that this “is the happiest time of the year.” This Advent/Christmas season is an opportunity to reflect on what truly…
November 30, 2017 The plan was a relaxing weekend at the beach. I had a book I wanted to finish and enjoyed spending time with the characters in the story.…
November 15, 2017 Just about every American can tell you Thanksgiving is the fourth Thursday of November. Just about every American finds some way to acknowledge their gratitude on the…
September 1, 2017 From NCC Co-Founder Sr. Barbara Kennedy, OSM, LPC When I was a kid the only horror movie I saw was the Body Snatchers and it scared me…
August 13, 2017 From NCC Co-Founder Sr. Barbara Kennedy, OSM, LPC My brother-in-law is a pretty smart guy. Recently we were talking about food when he mentioned Kobe beef. He…
July 30, 2017 From NCC Co-Founder Sr. Barbara Kennedy, OSM, LPC A wildfire of information or misinformation is a few clicks away. A phrase we hear frequently in politics is…
July 17, 2017 PTSD? That only happens to people in the military, combat zones, war. Right?Wrong! It can happen to anyone who has experienced, witnessed or is continually exposed…
June 2, 2017 Every day offers us an opportunity to review, reassess, and realign. There’s a good reason to do it. Did you know that holding a grudge is hazardous…
May 25, 2017 Depression is one of the most common and treatable emotional disorders in the U.S. It can feel life changing and distressing to see loved ones struggle under…
February 21, 2017 Don’t panic. These are not my words but the title of a book I have yet to read. The title certainly got my attention, as I am…
