Bernadette Wood, LCSW, LICSW

Bernadette really helped me through a difficult time I can't thank her enough

Written on Mar 25, 2024 after therapy with Bernadette for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, parenting issues, and anger management

Bernadette is an amazing active listener who provides help making realistic goals and changes.

Written on Mar 21, 2024 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd

Such a fearless and professional lady with lots of experience.
I do recommend her.

Written on Mar 06, 2024 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching

Bernadette is sweet and supportive. She implements science-based counseling as well as spiritual.

Written on Feb 29, 2024 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Understanding
Kind
Great lister

Written on Feb 01, 2024 after therapy with Bernadette for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Orderly and makes good recommendations

Written on Jan 31, 2024 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month

I love having Bernadette as my therapist. She has the perfect balance of challenging me and reminding me to take care of myself and feelings.

Written on Jan 15, 2024 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, career difficulties, and adhd

She is a very focused listener and always listens to what I am saying and not just ignoring what I am saying

Written on Jan 08, 2024 after therapy with Bernadette for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd

Bernadette has been a life saver for me. She got me feeling so much better within just a couple weeks! She has been the perfect therapist for me and I have learned so, so much from working with her!

Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse

Bernadette is caring and skillful at recognizing patterns and it feels like she is rooting for my success and consistently offering me good tools and perspectives to help!

Written on Dec 06, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes

Bernadette is always helpful with tips and makes me feel heard!

Written on Dec 02, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety

She is great! Highly recommend her.

Written on Nov 11, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Within 30 minutes of getting to know me she's struck a powerful cord within me I've been neglecting to address or even be fully aware of.
I just thought my sisters were mean but she's brought my attention to understanding their behavior towards me throughout the years as straight up abusive and finally hearing that from a professional has me awashed in validation. I'm very appreciative of our short first session. If she can help me heal and move on to better live more whole then I'm forever grateful.

And this isn't what I thought I came here for- not complaining! Rather, I'm stunned in gratitude.

Written on Nov 08, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Excellent knowledge base, very quick rapport and gave excellent resources.

Written on Oct 03, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief

Bernadette is a great very kind therapist and we are lucky to have her on here. Her future clients will benefit greatly from her down to earth approach

Written on Jun 29, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Bernadette is very knowledgeable and has been helping me feel better since my first session. She has given me a number of resources to look through at my own pace and she listens every time we talk. I find her very encouraging and she has great insight.

Written on Jun 21, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue

Very experienced

Written on May 15, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and grief

Bernadette seems very knowledgeable and has a lot of experience. She listens to me and offers helpful ideas and feedback.

Written on Apr 21, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

Bernadette Wood is the kind of therapist I wish I'd found years ago. She's whip smart and able to pinpoint swiftly what needs to be addressed. I'm so grateful I found her and Better Help!

Written on Apr 20, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

Bernadette was my first contact here on BetterHelp. She was always available when I needed. And if she wasn't available she was very quick to respond as soon as possible. I had just completely stopped replying to her due to my own issues, but after a year of her not hearing from me, I reached back out and it was like no time had past. She replied promptly and even offered a next day appointment. I am so thankful to have her here on BetterHelp, thank you Bernadette.

Written on Apr 06, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes

Toni has been an absolute blessing in my life. As one of my kiddos (middle school aged) said recently after one of my sessions with her, “Boy, Toni must be good at her job!” Everyone can tell what an important facet of my life that my work with Toni has been. I feel like I’m finally beginning to understand myself; why I am the way I am, and how to better improve my life. Thank you Toni. You are incredible.

Written on Mar 24, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

She is wonderful and diverse in insights and skills. She has great stories. I like the tatoo one. She is quick to respond and I admire her business advice and intellect. Give Bernadette your time and you will find something that is of personal value to you. A friend. A smart friend.

Written on Mar 17, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Bernadette has really been one of the best therapists in terms of what I need now. I am not one who benefits from only talk therapy. I do better with specific actions dictated by therapeutic coaches and she has been beyond great at that. Very pleased. Getting laundry done despite depression and lack of normal meds feels very good.

Written on Mar 13, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 3 weeks on issues concerning career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

Bernadette is relatable and down to earth, she’s easy to have a conversation with and even when getting off track she’s really good about bringing it back. She’s the perfect therapist for me because it’s like I’m having a conversation with a friend. I really appreciate her.

Written on Mar 07, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd

Bernadette...gave me hope again. When I thought I would be like 'this' for the rest of my life, she showed me it wont be that way. I couldn't have asked for a better person to help go through my traumas unlocking. She is kind, compassionate but down-to-earth, scientific in her approach, she listens thoroughly and is gentle in her approach while not being afraid to tackle the messy stuff head on. She's incredible and I trust her already so much. I look forward to the healing journey I'm on with her.

Written on Mar 04, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

Bernadette is very wise, empathetic and helpful. She has really helped me get clarity on my situation. I feel safe confiding in her as well.

Written on Feb 17, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and career difficulties

Toni has been great in helping me work through childhood trauma, and she does a great job of expressing that what I went through isn't normal or okay.

Written on Jan 30, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd

Bernadette Wood will always be on your side, no matter what. She is supportive, insightful, and very willing to truly help you out. If you get paired with her, please do not reject her!

Written on Jan 23, 2023 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Toni was amazing to work with. I was able to meet the goals I had set for myself in counseling. Would highly recommend!

Written on Dec 17, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd

Toni is a wonderful therapist with a pure heart. She helped me unpack my overflowing and never previously addressed trauma bucket. She guided me through work-related trauma and stress and helped me see how unhealthy my job was, how it was negatively impacting my family and friends, and gave me the courage to get a new job. She helped me navigate family stressors and provided me with resources and tools to help me help my kids and spouse. She built a relationship of trust and understanding with me. She patiently waited and gave me the space to get to a point where I could address the childhood sexual abuse that I experienced. Toni has helped me address my trauma and has allowed me to be in a beautiful space of growth and presence. Thank you Toni for the gifts of peace and self-understanding!

Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Bernadette is able to point out where I need to focus most and that’s exactly what I need.

Written on Dec 08, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Bernadette is awesome! All work and no play..... is not her style, which is helpful for me. I was nervous about the clinical nature of therapy but she is very personable, and real, not just someone who asks "and how does that make you feel". I recommended betterhelp and bernadette to friends and family after only 2 sessions.

Written on Nov 30, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I feel heard and seen, which is important to me.

Written on Nov 18, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and parenting issues

Bernadette (Toni) is the best. She's direct, kind, and as a bonus she likes cats. 10/10, would recommend.

Written on Sep 13, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

I was matched perfectly with Bernadette Wood. Her personality accentuates mine. Her expertise has exactly matched my needs. I believe I have made so much positive progress with her aid and guidance. I would definitely stick with her if I were a new patron!

Written on Aug 26, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She's awesome

Written on Aug 16, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and adhd

We’ve only connected once so far through a video session but I can tell that she’s very attentive and caring. She seems like someone who can also hold me accountable when I am not putting the effort in that I should be. I feel like she will be someone great to have beside me as I grow and meld into the mom, wife, and person I would like to show up as. Thank you so far.

Written on Jul 15, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

Good practices and effective use of time

Written on Jul 13, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

She’s great

Written on Jun 28, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts

She is a great listener and really tries to help with the trauma process. Very respectful too.

Written on Jun 02, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Toni is an amazing therapist and has helped me to realize a lot of my triggers and some of the thingsi had signed off as okat

Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching

Toni is a really lovely person and a great listener. She helped me deal with grief related to the loss of a family member and I emerged feeling better than I have in years.

Written on Apr 26, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning grief

Bernadette Wood is a great therapist! She fulfills my needs and takes my thought into consideration when speaking with me. She also gives a variety of ways that she thinks will work with my needs in my therapy. She is amazing!

Written on Apr 05, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

10/10

Written on Mar 29, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd

Bernadette is amazing and has a way to make you pull out things you never knew you had and helps you understand yourself

Written on Mar 16, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

Absolutely an amazing soul who I genuinely feel like they wanna help and see people in their maximum potential

Written on Mar 03, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, and bipolar disorder

I absolutely LOVE Bernadette! I just completed counseling with her for a total of 6 months. I started off counseling feeling so lost in so many avenues from family, to immigration, and caregiving. I probably had the biggest blow up I've had when I first started counseling. From then, I really found ways to calm down. She really understood my situation and knew what I needed to incorporate: self-care, boundaries, meditation, earthing, hobbies, being a listening board to my spouse, accepting it is as it is, but most importantly taking time for myself and having a life for myself outside of caregiving. I cannot thank her enough. She is not only a counselor, but she really speaks to you as a friend. I would recommend Bernadette to anybody!!

Written on Feb 25, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

Bernadette is a very good listener and immediately walks with you to a possible solution for what you're b

Written on Jan 19, 2022 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Bernadette not only listens and helps but cares about her clients on a personal level and you will really feel that in doing therapy with her. She has been helping me navigate a major life change and without her I would have been lost.

Written on Dec 21, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes

She has a great deal of life experience which makes her unique.

Written on Dec 02, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

She’s a great therapist and Ive been with her for 9 months already

Written on Nov 24, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety

I really appreciate her, she is very kind and caring, and understanding of my absence when they occur.

Written on Sep 21, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I feel Bernadette was perfectly matched with me. She quickly understood what I needed help with and had a keen sense of what I was feeling and what my issues were (stress, depression, parenting & relationship issues). Talking with her in combination with doing her journaling prompts was very helpful and I will definitely recommend her as a therapist.

Written on Aug 24, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, parenting issues, and compassion fatigue

She is amazing and has been very helpful in processing.

Written on Aug 23, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues

Been working with Toni for a few months and feel so stable and emotionally supported. She is lovely and so open minded, witty and helpful. Highly recommend her! I am in school becoming a therapist myself, and she truly is extremely well trained, professional and warm

Written on Jun 23, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Very beneficial

Written on Jun 16, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Thank you Tori for your help. I know we only did two sessions but it’s helped me a lot with just those two. I will continue to write in my journals.

Tori is an amazing counselor and I am glad I had her as my counselor.

Written on May 08, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

Really understanding, gives lots of great tips on manging self care, stress and all that. Couldnt say enough good things about her and I would recommend her to anyone

Written on May 07, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and anger management

She was what I needed in life.

Written on Mar 26, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties

Toni is fantastic. She is very down-to-Earth and straightforward. Because of her, I feel completely safe during our sessions and always at ease. She is without a doubt the best!

Written on Mar 25, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management

She is so patient and kind. And she really understands what I'm going through

Written on Mar 09, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Bernadette/Toni has been great! I’ve had two sessions so far and already feel like I’ve benefitted from her support. I like that she has years of experience and is accommodating to schedule changes.

Written on Feb 16, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem

She was ver considerate with rescheduling and gave me helpful tips on how to put my schedule back on track.

Written on Feb 14, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Bernadette is confident and capable in a way that makes me feel completely safe and supported. I have full faith in her abilities to assist in incredibly difficult cases and at the same time she is such an authentic person. I appreciate her work and would highly recommend her to those of us going through the toughest of human circumstances.

Written on Feb 04, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse

She is an amazing soul. She really cares about her clients and gives great advice. I highly recommend her to anyone struggling with their mental health.

Written on Jan 10, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

Toni is helping me put together the various aspects we have been working on and tying them all together. I appreciate everything she has done for me and look forward to the incremental improvement each day/session! Thanks Toni!

Written on Jan 08, 2021 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Bernadette is excellent. I love working with her , and she has really helped me figure out and work on my issues. She provided valuable advice, guidance and tools. She is a great listener and is very easy to talk to . When I needed urgent advice she responded quickly, and her input was very helpful. I am very grateful.

Written on Dec 30, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and family conflicts

Very rare to find someone so skillful yet so empathetic.
I was previously paired with a counsellor who I did not gel with and I am so happy that I followed my intuition to move to Toni instead. She has already helped me so much in a short time.

Written on Dec 14, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief

Toni is great listener and has been great to talk to. She's very empathetic and I would recommend her to anyone I know :)

Written on Dec 12, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, and self esteem

Bernadette has been amazing in many ways .. but for me the most amazing thing is that she has the ability to tell you what you need to do without making you feel bad about yourself , not making you feel that you’ve make poor decisions all the way though .. she’s extremely honest .. doesn’t sugar cost anything and will give you tools
To be able to make decisions yourself , set healthy boundaries , goals and foundations for the future ... she’s been an angel

Written on Dec 02, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue

I have seen about 10 people for help in my life. I like Bernadette the best. She is helpful and understands my issues. Give me very good ways to deal with thing and try to move forwards.

Written on Nov 30, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 3 weeks

She’s the best

Written on Nov 15, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I have spent years searching for a counselor that I could connect with but i never had luck so i had given up for a couple of years. I had hit a rough patch and couldn't put it off any longer so I reached out and signed up for Betterhelp. It took a couple tries but eventually I was matched with Bernadette. She has been very responsive , warm and takes the time to understand my needs. It feels effortless to open up and share the difficult parts of my life. She is very straightforward while maintaining her warm and positive energy. She maintains a safe space to allow me to feel comfortable to open up and grow through this process. I felt immediate relief once I was matched with Bernadette. Through our first meeting I knew I had been matched with the right counselor. I am just starting my journey here but im very confident that I've found someone who can help me grow through this challenging time.

Written on Nov 11, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

She is amazing. I’ve really enjoyed talking to her and connected the first time we spoke. Very easy to say things too, with a welcoming and open energy

Written on Nov 09, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Bernadette is very supportive. She is an excellent listener and has give enough me many tools to deal with my current stress. She is extremely responsive to messages which is so helpful. I would highly recommend her.

Written on Nov 06, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd

Bernadette Wood is a great listener. She goes out of her way, and is with you through thick and thin. I am very appreciative of her help, and the conversations we have had that have helped me cope with trauma and accompanying substance abuse issues. Many thanks!!

Written on Nov 06, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and adhd

I feel safe to express myself to her. She understands and listens to my story. I have had several new insights about myself during our therapy sessions. She is very responsive and flexible with meeting times.

Written on Oct 31, 2020 after therapy with Bernadette for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem