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What to Expect in Counseling: A Guide to Therapy & Using UnitedHealthcare
If you have ever thought about going to counseling but were not sure what to expect, you are not alone! Many people carry misconceptions about what counseling is, who it’s for, and what actually happens during the process of counseling.…
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Mental Health Services for those with Kaiser Insurance at Mountain Vista Psychology
In today’s fast-paced and often overwhelming world, mental and emotional well-being are just as crucial as physical health. Counseling serves as a valuable tool for individuals struggling with personal challenges, providing guidance, support, and strategies for coping with life’s difficulties…
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Is In-Person or Online Therapy Best for Me?
Are you thinking about doing therapy? Great news, that is a fantastic first step! Now, you might be considering your options. One question that might come up for you is: “Is in-person or online therapy best for me?” Choosing between…
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Grounding Techniques and Mindfulness
Most Everyone Feels Overwhelmed From Time to Time Feeling this way is normal and natural! Life can get stressful! There are a lot of healthy and proactive coping strategies that can be used when feeling uncomfortable. One of the more…
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A Couples Therapist Describes Love Languages
Did you know that there are different ways to love people and to receive love yourself? The concept of “love languages’‘ was introduced by Dr. Gary Chapman in his book “The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts.”…
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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…
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All 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…
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What is Emotion Freedom Tapping (EFT)?
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. While…
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…
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