Mountain Vista Psychology Blog
Play Therapy: What it is and Who it helps
We often associate difficult emotions with adulthood and talk therapy. Like adults, children also struggle with difficult emotions; however, they don’t have the language we have as adults. But what happens when you don’t have the words or experiences to understand…
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…
How to Fight Suicide Risk
Stress is typically higher during the holiday season. For this reason, mood and the ability to function can be greatly impacted. Children are finishing with their school semester receiving midterm grades. Winter break provides extended time at home where meaningful daily…
5 Foundations for an Effective Reward System
Utilizing a reward system is one of the most effective ways to see a positive change in your child’s behavior. Working toward and rewarding the positive behavior makes the behavior a habit, and in turn allows it to happen more…
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…
The Importance of Gratitude
I have written about gratitude before, but with Thanksgiving coming up next week I couldn’t resist revisiting the topic. As a psychologist, I am consistently grateful and honored to be a part of the my client’s journey. It is a…
3 Important Factors in Picking a Therapist
Finding a therapist can be daunting and overwhelming. Filtering through information on agencies and service providers can be confusing and discouraging. With that said, finding a good personality fit is extremely important. Here are some simple guidelines to navigate you through…
Adult ADHD…Not Just a Myth
ADHD does not just impacts kids! Often times adults with ADHD have not been diagnosed as children and they should have been. In fact, many children who have ADHD continue to have symptoms into adulthood. Adult ADHD can impact all…
Media Do’s and Don’ts
Media: Do’s and Don’ts Media is prevalent throughout our culture, from Facebook to Snapchat, to interactive video games, news outlets, and even Pinterest. It is safe to say that even as adults media is somewhere in our daily interactions with…
Family Counseling: What to Look for in a Family Counselor
Is your family living in chaos and conflict? Instead of a haven, does your home feel like a war zone? Maybe things aren’t as bad as a war zone, but relationships are strained. There isn’t the closeness or connection that…
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