

Looking forward, looking back, but staying in the present
I’ve been delaying writing blogs this year, already. And that’s kind of silly, since I know I’m eventually going to do it … why...
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It's the most wonderful time of the year ...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! But not always. The number of people who suffer from holiday-related depression and anxiety is...
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Ripped from the headlines
I was on the elliptical watching “Morning Joe” when I heard the news about Matt Lauer last week. I was not particularly a fan – I rarely...
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The Art of Saying "No".... a Path to Peace
Be where you are. It is a challenge to be present when life gets busy. In our fast-paced world, we are constantly bombarded with...
Andrea J. Geesaman, LPC, NCC


Fall...ing
Ah, Fall. Pumpkin spice lattes. Changing leaves. Crisp November mornings. Pumpkin spice lattes. Warm mulled apple cider. Black Friday...
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Two Boldly Go
Nearly 39 years ago my husband Pete and I together took a bold step – a big chance – in marrying each other. At the time, I remember...
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"Bye Bye, Stress- Finding Joy in Creative Expression”
What comes to mind when you hear the word creativity? Often, we confuse creativity with artistic talent. The phrase “being creative” is...
Andrea J. Geesaman, LPC, NCC
Funny. Not funny.
I was in Haiti for maybe my sixth trip, all of which had been uneventful, safe and productive (albeit hot). We were traveling in caravan...
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It's not a bad word
A recent conversation with my preschooler granddaughter: Me (for probably the third time): “Please pick up your toys, or it’s straight to...
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What to do when your world falls apart
Pretty much the definition of your world falling apart is that it hits you without notice – one moment you are going about your merry...
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