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Top 10 Life-Stressors That Can Trigger Anxiety
Stress and Anxiety Throughout our lives, we face situations that can be stressful. Stress has both short-term and long-term effects on the mind and the body, and it is important that we do everything we can to eliminate or alleviate…
Read MoreAll About Dissociation
Dissociation refers to a psychological experience characterized by a detachment or disruption in a person’s thoughts, memories, feelings, identity, or sense of reality. Dissociation experiences can occur on a continuum, ranging from mild to severe. Oftentimes, dissociation is a protective…
Read MoreOvercoming Panic Attacks
Panic attacks can be a very upsetting experience. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting 40 million adults. If you struggle from anxiety, you are not…
Read MoreHow to Support a Loved One Who is Struggling With Mental Health
It is hard to see someone you love having a tough time. Mental health is very important and when someone you know is having a difficult time, it can be impactful in many ways. Sometimes, a person experiencing a mental…
Read MoreHow To Find A Therapist That Is Right For You
Are you thinking about seeing a therapist but you are not sure where to start? If so, you are not alone! The process of getting to therapy is an overwhelming and anxiety provoking process for many people. Once you have…
Read MoreWhat is Emotion Freedom Tapping (EFT)?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] There are theories that suggest energy circulates through the body along specific network of channels. These channels are often referred to as meridian points. When feeling a negative emotion, there may have been a disruption of energy in the channels.…
Read MoreThe Practice of Vulnerability
Author and researcher, Brené Brown, may be one of the most knowledgeable people in the world about the practice of vulnerability. According to her vulnerability is defined as “uncertainty, risk, and emotional exposure.” Most people feel unstable and uneasy when…
Read MoreWhat is Mindful Eating?
Mindfulness seems to be a buzz word in the society. Mindfulness is acutely a type of meditation in which you focus on being aware of what you are feeling in the moment, without holding on to judgment. So how does “mindful…
Read More6 Tips for Living in The Moment
The idea of “living in the moment” has inspired a lot of motivational posters, captions on the internet, and has become a life motto. But it’s actually a really important concept. You’ve probably heard several variations: Live like there’s no…
Read MoreSelf-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 MoreThe Power of Affirmations
Affirmations are powerful sayings that are repeated to allow you to control your thoughts about yourself, work, life, relationships, and goals. When you repeat these sayings daily, you begin to shape your life into what you want it to be.…
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…
Read MoreBecoming your best self
Becoming your best self means seeking growth in all areas of your life. This means cutting the distractions and dialing in on your goals. The road to becoming the best you that you can be is a long one, and…
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