Though the recent spring temperatures (finally!) have undoubtedly given us all a boost to our moods, we are not out of the woods yet. With the ongoing pandemic, self-isolation, and uncertainty, I am hearing the same concerns echoed by many of my clients. I’ve been feeling it too.

The loss of motivation, loss of interest in pleasurable activities, inability to focus attention, difficulty sleeping, loss of appetite or increased appetite, increased use of alcohol and other substances, feeling “numb,” “moody,” “irritable,” “lonely,” and “sad,” (sometimes all in the same day). Almost all the client’s I have spoken to have asked, “why can’t I get anything done?” and most have concluded that they are “just lazy.” However, this couldn’t be further from the truth.