Mountain Vista Psychology Blog
Sex Is Supposed to Be a Mind-Blowing Experience, Why Doesn’t It Feel Good?
One of the most common issues in sex therapy is that, for many people, sex is not always pleasurable or desirable. Culturally, we are taught that sex should be one of the most thrilling human experiences. However, in reality, it…
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Am I Lazy or is it ADHD?!
Have you ever stared at a to-do list, knowing exactly what needs to get done, but still find yourself frozen in place, scrolling on your phone, or not doing anything but the task at hand? Then, when the deadline is…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Sex Therapy: Overcoming Shame, Insecurity, and Relationship Challenges
Is there something wrong with me? With us? Or with my body? With my desires? Or with my fantasies? For many of us, there is an underlying assumption or a strange feeling that there is something different about us and…
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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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Childhood Trauma and Neurofeedback: Rewiring the Brain for Emotional Well-being
Many individuals live with the long-term consequences of childhood trauma. The effects of early traumatic experiences can leave an imprint on the brain, influencing emotions, behaviors, and even physical health well into adulthood. Childhood trauma may lead to chronic anxiety,…
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Neurofeedback and Brain Health
The brain plays a central role in neurofeedback because it is the source of the electrical activity that neurofeedback monitors and helps regulate. Neurofeedback is a technique that uses real-time displays of brain activity to teach self-regulation of brain function.…
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The Power of Community in Trauma Recovery
A Sense of Community Can Be a Powerful Thing! Community can be incredibly helpful in many ways, as it offers support, shared resources, and opportunities for growth and learning. Humans are fundamentally social beings, and community plays an essential role…
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What is Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT): Pt. 2
Can tapping on certain parts of the body really relieve a person from emotional and physical pain?! The answer is yes! Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), commonly known as “Tapping”, is a psychological acupressure technique that involves tapping on specific points…
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What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects how people communicate, behave, and interact with others. It is called a “spectrum” because it includes a wide range of symptoms and levels of severity. Individuals with ASD may have…
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Therapy For Newly Blended Families
It can be overwhelming AND exciting to start a life together as a newly blended family. Oftentimes, the excitement of a new chapter in life might bring on a mixed bag of emotions because blended families can have unique dynamics…
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