Quarterlife Center - Counseling for Young Adults

At 40(ish), my quarterlife crisis seems like so long ago. Not in number of years, but in terms of how I view the world and my place in it. In my early 20s, I was steadfast in my decisions about my future–what I was going to do, when I was going to do it, and what was going be the outcome. My pre-planned paths seemed oh so critical for my long-term happiness and well-being. As it turned out, they weren’t; but that didn’t keep them from stressing me out and sending my anxiety through the roof. From then until now, I learned that there are an infinite number of life paths that we can take, and trying to pick just one, years in advance, is foolish and destined to result in unhappiness. I also learned the importance of understanding yourself and staying flexible. I’ll share an example from my own story to show you what I mean. When I graduated from college with an economics degree, I had a notion that I wanted to go into law. I had participated in student governance, interned at a...

Being in your twenties and thirties as a quarterlifer is an exciting time full of transitions, firsts, and, of course, plenty of questions and unknowns. For many millennials, the questions and unknowns overtake and drown out the excitement, leading to feelings of being lost and having no direction. A great first step toward finding your way is to create a personal vision statement. From that basic, but critical first step, you can build the life YOU want. Moving forward without one is a lot like trying to get somewhere you have never been without Google Maps or WAZE. Moving forward WITH one can improve happiness for millennials. A vision statement should capture your values, goals and priorities for your life. Refer back to it, edit it as needed over time, and rely on it to stay focused on what really matters to you. Use this as a tool to guide your choices about romance, friendship, family, and career. How do you begin? You must think about the life that YOU want, NOT ...

Meet Patricia Anderson, LPC Patti brings a unique style and extensive experience to working with quarterlifers. This is the time to consciously take the opportunity presented to explore who you are now and navigate your way to who you want to be and what you want your life to look like. Patti can help guide you through this time with her collaborative style and expertise in using mind and body modalities, in addition to cognitive behavioral therapy, to enhance your insight and ability to create the life you want. Her own quarterlife crisis led her to this work and propelled her to take risks in career and relationships. The struggles and stress of this time in her life was the driver to promote change and growth. Education MA in Educational Psychology, University of Texas, Austin Advanced Training Center for Mind Body Medicine PACT Institute Licenses Licensed Professional Counselor Washington, D.C., LPC Languages English She believes that this is the...

Dr. Christine Greer O'Connor, PhD - Founder of the Quarterlife Center speaking about the Quarterlife Crisis.  Learn more at Quarterlife Center - Counseling for Young Professionals

Are you pregnant and feeling more anxious than normal? Do you and your partner find yourselves feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, down, and irritable after the birth of your baby? Is your struggle with infertility taking over your life and your finances? Do you blame yourself? Do you blame your partner? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you are not alone. And we are here to help. Maternal and paternal mental health is important for you, for your relationship, and for your baby. One of the best ways to cope with these feelings is to talk about the ups and downs of trying to get pregnant and giving birth to a baby. QLC provides mental health support for women and families trying to navigate fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum life. Adding a baby to your family is a huge life transition that introduces new challenges and new joys. At QLC, we understand how stressful it can be preparing for the birth of your baby and adjusting to life after your baby is born. Perin...

Mother’s Day is a special day to celebrate motherhood. Simple, right? Not exactly. For many people, this day can get a bit complicated, depending on many factors, like your relationship with your mother, and your feelings about being a mom yourself. This is true especially for moms who have recently given birth and are experiencing  post-partum depression and/or anxiety on Mother’s Day . As the friend or relative of a new mom who is struggling in the post-partum stages, you may be unsure how to support and celebrate this special mom on Mother’s Day. Here are some tips to keep in mind: DON’T buy anything for the home or for the kids and family. DO buy her a gift that she can use ONLY for herself, like a spa treatment, massage, comfy PJs or other clothing she’d enjoy. ______ DON’T plan an event or activity that will require energy and motivation on her part. For someone who is depressed and sleep deprived with a newborn, exerting energy on extra things can be challengin...

Paula Otero !  Using a collaborative, supportive and integrative approach, Paula specializes in helping clients with relationships, career transitions, trauma, depression, anxiety, and family conflicts. She aims to help individuals and couples find emotional wellness, flexibility, resilience, and personal growth. She is bilingual in Spanish/English and has expertise working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.   Paula deeply understands that growth and change go hand-in-hand; whether the change is joyous or painful, she helps clients as they grow and find fulfillment through life transitions. When she isn’t helping clients, Paula enjoys traveling, exercising, and spending time with friends and family. Education MA in Psychology, Universidad de Buenos Aires and Argosy University. Advanced Training ITTI – International Trauma Training Institute Licenses Licensed Professional Counselor Washington, D.C., LPC Languages Spanish English ...