An introductory note from Derek Bylsma: As a therapist at Millennium Counseling Center, I’ve learned the importance of treating patients as individuals and recognizing the power of gratitude in mental health recovery. In a recent episode of the Time to Shine Today podcast, I had the pleasure of discussing these concepts with host Scott Ferguson.…
The Importance of Therapist Relationships and Community Support The rapid growth of technology and social media platforms has made it easier than ever to connect with others. However, it has also led to increasing levels of stress, anxiety, and isolation. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of limiting social media time, navigating polarizing conversations,…
Why do people lie? We’ve all been in a situation where we either know someone is lying or we have a sinking feeling they aren’t being truthful. Recently, someone I know lied to me. It didn’t seem like a necessary lie, so I decided to probe more to see if the truth would emerge. To my surprise,…
In this Millennium Hope podcast episode segment, Derek Bylsma takes on the mental health topic surrounding instant access to bad news and what can we do about it for better mental health. Full Transcript for Instant Access to Bad News and What to Do About It: Eric: Yesterday, I had this experience…
In this Millennium Hope podcast episode segment, Derek Bylsma takes on the mental health topic surrounding the shortage of mental health professionals. — Full Transcript for Shortage of Mental Health Professionals: Eric: There’s no shortage of news to talk about. There are a couple of things as you mention expanding your footprint, and I think…
Money might just seem like an item or record used as payment. Yet, we all know that money is so much more than just currency and how we relate to it affects how we think of ourselves. In actuality, the meaning we attach to money is unique and our perception of it has been molded…
Feeling like something has been left unfinished, unresolved, or worse, left in a way that you never wished or intended, can be painful. Being left to contemplate and make sense of the discomfort can feel overwhelming or disheartening. When a relationship ends, how do you process emotions and feelings that you are unable to resolve;…
An entrepreneur and motivational speaker, Jim Rohn, became known for his infamous quote: “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” Rohn believed that the people you spend the most time with profoundly influence your success, how you think and how you navigate life. Zoom out and take a…
I saw this sweatshirt on a social media ad, and I HAD to have it. I loved it! Anyone who knows me would probably be surprised that I’m enamored of a sweatshirt saying “I’m not for everyone.” Well, I’m a therapist, for starters, so aren’t I supposed to get along with everyone? – Yeah, that’s…
I had the opportunity to be a guest on The Founder’s Therapy Podcast with Matt Wunderli to discuss Therapy in the Windy City. As a former athlete that struggled with my own addictions and mental health struggles, it’s has become my passion to work with athletes and others who are struggling with mental health challenges. We dive…