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Anxiety can have a significant impact on relationships, whether it’s with a partner, family member, or friend. It can lead to feelings of disconnection and difficulty communicating, as well as fear of being judged and rejected. The good news is that there are strategies to help manage anxiety in relationships. At Purple Sky Counseling in […]

When it comes to health and wellness, it can be easy to fall into the trap of believing that weight loss is the key to achieving the body of your dreams. However, the concept of Health at Every Size (HAES) is quickly gaining traction as an alternative, weight-neutral approach to health and wellness that allows

Intuitive eating is an approach to eating that focuses on respecting your body, honoring your hunger, and making food choices that nourish you. It was developed in 1995 by two dietitians, Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, and has become an increasingly popular way to approach food and eating. Intuitive eating is an evidence-based approach, meaning

At Purple Sky Counseling in Salt Lake County, we understand that many people worry that their use of pornography is an addiction. This is a common concern, and one that we take seriously. We want to reassure our patients that pornography use is not an addiction, and to provide them with the facts to back

Eating disorders are serious medical illnesses that involve disordered eating patterns, intense fear of gaining weight, and distorted body image. Despite the prevalence of eating disorders in the United States, many people still have a misconception that eating disorders only affect people who look a certain way. This misconception of what an eating disorder “looks

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the world’s physical and psychological wellbeing. The trauma inflicted by this global health crisis has been widespread and devastating, especially for those living in areas where the virus was particularly severe or where the socio-economic impacts of the pandemic were especially harsh. In this blog post,

The impact of Covid-19 has been felt across the globe in many different ways, including the trauma it has caused for individuals and communities. The pandemic has brought about significant changes to our everyday lives, affecting our physical and mental health, economic and social lives. While the long-term effects of the pandemic have yet to

The coronavirus pandemic has had a profound effect on societies around the world, and teens have been especially impacted by the devastating effects of the virus. The effects of the virus are far-reaching, both physically and mentally, but teens are particularly vulnerable to the mental health impacts of the pandemic. With the disruption of school,

Leaving the LDS faith can be a stressful, difficult, and emotional process for many. Over the years, more and more individuals have chosen to leave the LDS faith, often feeling isolated and having to deal with the fear of judgement from their loved ones. While this process can be challenging, there can also be great

When it comes to religion, change can be a difficult concept to grasp. For many members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), faith transitions can be especially challenging, as the Church’s doctrine and teachings are often deeply intertwined with the individual’s sense of identity and purpose. But with the right resources