Rychel Johnson, M.S., LCPC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

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  • Quality Sleep, Sound Mind: The Influence of Sleep Habits on Your Mental Health

    Quality Sleep, Sound Mind: The Influence of Sleep Habits on Your Mental Health

    You may find yourself scrolling through your phone at night while relaxing in bed or on the couch. Or leaving your TV on to bask in its soothing background noise as you attempt to fall asleep at the end of a long day.  It may seem harmless, but did you know this can overstimulate your […]

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  • The Powerful Brain Chemicals That Boost Your Sleep

    The Powerful Brain Chemicals That Boost Your Sleep

    You’re not alone if you have been stressed lately and haven’t slept properly. Many people find adequate sleep challenging due to stressors like work, finances, health issues, poor sleeping habits, or other life transitions.  According to the American Psychological Association, 43% of adults1 reported that stress has caused them to lie awake at night in […]

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  • Snooze you (don’t) lose: Pros & Cons of various sleep aids

    Snooze you (don’t) lose: Pros & Cons of various sleep aids

    Our modern culture is laden with tired people. Wearing productivity and busyness like a badge of honor, you would think sleeping less is a contest. Approximately 1 in 4 American adults report having significant sleep disturbance 15 of 30 days per month. Think of that—HALF of their days are spent with sleep deprivation (defined as […]

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  • <strong>Battling Anxiety: Strategies for Finding Inner Peace</strong>

    Battling Anxiety: Strategies for Finding Inner Peace

    If you struggle with anxiety, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, it’s no surprise that anxiety has become a prevalent issue affecting millions of people.  According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorder in the United States, affecting 19.1% of the […]

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  • <strong>The Sleep-Mental Health Connection: How Sleep Impacts Your Mental Well-being</strong>

    The Sleep-Mental Health Connection: How Sleep Impacts Your Mental Well-being

    You may enjoy hitting the snooze button a few times to catch those extra minutes of precious rest. Sleep is essential! And whenever you sleep well at night, you feel rested and ready to start your day. But did you know that sleep is fundamental for optimal mental well-being? Sleep plays a critical role in […]

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