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Self-Care in Between Therapy
Self-care between your therapy sessions is one way to apply what your therapist has advised you to do. You can use self-care to help rid yourself of the stress and anxieties on your journey towards your mental health and life…
Read MoreMisconceptions About Mental Illness
Mental illness has always been on the bench of scrutiny, and the problem is the lack of understanding of these issues and how they affect someone. There are plenty of misconceptions of what it is and how it looks, but…
Read MoreWhat is Narcissistic Personality Disorder
A narcissistic personality disorder is one of several types of personality disorders. Narcissistic individuals have a deep and inflated sense of self-importance, need for attention, have many troubled relationships, and no empathy for others. Most of those who are narcissistic…
Read MoreRebuilding your Marriage after Infidelity
Most marriages have issues that are resolved quickly. However, when there is infidelity, few marriages survive. After discovering your partner’s breach of trust, you may be asking, “Why did this happen? Was this my fault? Or can we fix this?”…
Read MoreWhat is Impulse Control Disorder?
Everyone acts on impulse sometimes. We buy something without thinking, or act irrationally towards someone or a situation. However, individuals with Impulse Control Disorder can not control their behavior and motivations. It is a psychological condition in which an individual…
Read MoreChoosing the Right Therapist
Choosing the right therapist is an important decision. What should you look for in a therapist? How do you decide who is right? Are you comfortable? These are all fundamental questions you should ask yourself and research before committing to…
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The One Word Resolution
Here we go with that time of the year again- The New Year. This is the time of the year where many of us chose to make hefty New Year’s resolutions. Having goals is a great way to make positive…
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How to Meditate Without Practicing Meditation
The traditional form of mediation emphasizes breathing and intentionally focusing the mind on a particular object or thought. The goal of meditation is to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state. While this sounds nice, the reality of the…
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The Catch to Happiness
We live in a society where happiness seems to be the goal for everyone. One may occasionally think: How can I be happier? Let us start by considering what happiness means. While the details of the state most likely look…
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The Gift of Being Imperfect
Marilyn Monroe was once quoted saying, “Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.” Throughout my career, I have worked with many individuals who embrace perfectionism. In fact, they hold on to…
Read MoreEMDR Therapy: Stages of the Process
EMDR is an amazing therapy that helps people resolve anxiety and trauma by getting at the root of the issue. Generally speaking, it works quickly and those who complete EMDR therapy reach therapeutic goals quicker than when engaged in talk therapy…
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My Favorite Quotes
I thought it would be nice to share some inspirational quotes since the last blog post was a heavier topic then normal ( I highly recommend you read the our blog on suicide, if you have not). Usually, we try…
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How to Challenge Negative Thinking to Improve Mood
Our thoughts affect mood, job/ school performance, relationships, and every other aspect of life. Negative thinking is inevitable and something everyone is guilty of doing occasionally. At times it seems like constant work to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, especially when…
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