Feelings of sadness may arise post-holiday season, but the professionals with Shelby County Community Services is here with some tips and tricks to handle the new year blues.

Ed Lacheta, Clinical Director at SCCS, says a wide array of negative feelings are common after the holidays, and being aware of signs in yourself or loved ones is the first step to healing.

Lacheta jumps in with some tips that include decreasing time on social media and simply cutting yourself some slack if a new year resolution falls through.

Learn more about services at www.sccsil.org.

Ed Lacheta appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show live from our studios in downtown Shelbyville.