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Author: Esther Vanderwal

The Oneness of Single Life

January 31, 2020January 31, 2020 Esther Vanderwal

Recently our group has been discussing beginning a new group for singles over 35. I was asked if there was a need to hold a group for singles and if there were real issues to discuss that required support. My answer was that I am positive that at any stage in life, discussion and partnership… Continue reading The Oneness of Single Life

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Our Start and Our Mission

January 10, 2020January 10, 2020 Esther Vanderwal

My husband, Barry, and I started Serenity Place, with a vision and mission to help our community through mental health services. We are both committed to helping others in need and wanted to create a space where folks felt comfortable, accepted and safe when seeking services.  We strive to have someone be there to answer… Continue reading Our Start and Our Mission

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Actively Aging

January 1, 2020January 10, 2020 Esther Vanderwal

Society's perceptions of the aging process are fraught with conservative, sedentary, and even lonely visions of a grey-haired person sitting in a rocking chair. Quietly watching life play out in front of them; a silent spectator to the view of life. Many feel the pressures to live as a spectator as they grow older. Society… Continue reading Actively Aging

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Why The Need for So Many Therapists?

December 15, 2019December 15, 2019 Esther Vanderwal

As our business has grown, I am constantly asked why the mental health needs in the community are in such dire need that we need so many therapists.  I thought I would address that concern in this blog.  There are many reasons why the need has increased.  One of the first reasons is that insurance… Continue reading Why The Need for So Many Therapists?

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Beauty Between the Lines

November 19, 2019November 19, 2019 Esther Vanderwal

As I look at this picture I see such grace and beauty. I remember a time when I would have overlooked that.  As I have gotten older, I appreciate different things.  My high school friend, who I recently saw, has developed into such an elegant older woman. Her mannerisms speak of care and gentleness.  I… Continue reading Beauty Between the Lines

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Vulnerability

November 12, 2019November 12, 2019 Esther Vanderwal

Recently I have been reading two books, “Daring Greatly” and “Hold Me Tight.” The focus of both books has been vulnerability.  It amazes me how the person that we are supposed to be the most connected to, our spouse, is also the one that we fear being vulnerable with the most, during times of marital… Continue reading Vulnerability

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Open Enrollment

October 17, 2019 Esther Vanderwal

It’s almost that time again; time to look at and renew your insurance plans. I thought it was a great time to share with you our viewpoint on insurance plans. If you are seeing a mental health provider in our practice, the insurance plan that works best for us is Care First, Blue Cross Blue… Continue reading Open Enrollment

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Pillow Talk

July 8, 2019 Esther Vanderwal

Often I meet with couples that are struggling to connect. I usually suggest that they attempt “Pillow Talk” as a beginning to more intimate conversation. This assignment requires couples to go to bed at the same time and face one another in the bed side by side. During this time they are to look at… Continue reading Pillow Talk

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I Have Become Her

March 11, 2019 Esther Vanderwal

As I stood waving good -bye to my daughter with my husband by my side, I couldn’t help but envision my mother doing the same thing, only I was the one driving away back then. I have officially become my mother. I remember she used to stand and wave at me as I got in… Continue reading I Have Become Her

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Round and Round

January 29, 2019 Esther Vanderwal

“The merry-go-round goes round and round never going anywhere new, but it’s safe.” This line was in the movie “American Crime.” I thought it resonated with many of the clients that I see. Often we sit on a merry-go-round of life, staying in the place that we know because it feels safer than venturing out.… Continue reading Round and Round

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