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Dysregulated Nervous System and How to Help it

Our nervous system is basically the set of internally wiring that helps our body communicates with itself. The peripheral nervous system is the set of nerves that is outside of your brain and spinal cord that sends messages to...

How EMDR Can Help People Overcome Trauma

Over the past 20 years, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy has gained increased recognition as an effective treatment for individuals grappling with the debilitating effects of trauma. Developed in the late 1980s by psychologist Francine Shapiro, EMDR...

Transformative Healing: How EMDR Therapy Can Alleviate Depression

Depression is a complex and challenging condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. While traditional talk therapy and medication have been staples in depression treatment, an approach known as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is gaining recognition for...

Complex PTSD: Unraveling the Layers of Persistent Trauma

While Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is well-known and widely recognized, there is another form of trauma-related condition that goes beyond the scope of traditional PTSD. Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), also known as Developmental Trauma Disorder, is a condition...

Flourishing in Fall

As fall quickly approaches, there is both a level of excitement and fatigue that sets in for some who realize they have completed spring and summer. It is celebrated that the summer vacation was amazing and that the kids...

A.I.R. Your Emotions: Navigating Grief with Acknowledgment, Identification, and Release

Grief is what we experience when dealing with loss. Examples include loss of someone we love, loss of physical ability, or loss of a relationship. We grieve what is no longer there. Grief is a process we must journey...

How to Respond When Your Child’s School Alerts You About Their Suicidal Thoughts

Many school systems have begun to work with students on understanding their emotional needs, which includes talking about suicide. According to the CDC, “Suicide was the second leading cause of death for people ages 10-14 and 20-34” in 2021....

8 Tips to Combat Seasonal Depression

While fall can be an exciting time with Halloween, football, and cooler weather, it can also be a challenging time for people who suffer with depression. As the seasons change, some people notice their depression symptoms worsen. Here are...

The Importance of Adherence in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

What is DBT? Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment originally created to treat Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). It has since been adapted to help adults, as well as adolescents and their families cope with dysregulated emotions and...

What Story From Your Life Makes You Go Into Hiding? 

According to The Gottman Institute; Here’s the truth about shame: the less you talk about it with someone safe, the more control it has over your life and psychological well-being. The fear behind shame is usually the belief that...

Hiding in Plain Sight: Unveiling the Truth about Youth Mental Health

Recent statistics paint a vivid picture of the challenges faced by our youth. According to a comprehensive study, an alarming 1 in 5 adolescents grapple with mental health issues, ranging from depression and anxiety to addiction and suicidal ideation....

Your Child’s Anxiety: Signs and Strategies for Calming Their Mind and Body

Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common type of psychological problem that children experience? One in eight children suffer from a significant anxiety disorder (Wang, 2017). In an average sized classroom of about 25 school-aged children,...

How Does Racism Impact the Mental and Physical Health of African Americans?

I recently received a referral involving an African American mother and her 20-year-old son with mental health issues. The mother expressed her preference for an African American male therapist, which she thought would be in the best interest of...

Self-Esteem and Self-Actualization versus the Transcendent Self 

In my counseling practice, I am often asked about the importance of a healthy self-esteem, and how to get a “better” one: “My performance (in school, in sports, in social situations) suffers because I don’t have enough self-confidence. How...

5 Ideas to Combat the Impostor Within 

Do you ever feel like a fraud, despite your accomplishments and successes? Do you worry that your achievements are due to luck or deception, rather than your own abilities? You’re not alone. Millions of people struggle with Impostor Syndrome....

The Power of Positive Self-Talk: Managing Anxiety with Affirmations

Positive affirmations can be helpful in managing anxiety by promoting positive self-talk and shifting one’s mindset. Negative self- talk can have a significant impact on anxiety by exacerbating its symptoms and making it more challenging to manage. Negative self-talk...

From Exhaustion to Empowerment: Conquering Caregiver Stress

Are you a caregiver? What is a caregiver? We hear a lot about someone going through a medical or mental health issue. We hear about their symptoms, how they are affecting the person, and the treatments they are implementing...

CDC Reports Increasing Mental Health Challenges for U.S. Teens

by Cathy Murphy, Director of Community Outreach According to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), we are continuing to see a trend of declining mental health among our teens. The data showed more...

3 Steps to Help Kids Overcome Anxiety

How to Help a Loved One with Suicidal Thoughts

In the United States, suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among individuals aged 10-14 and 25-34, according to a 2020 study by the CDC. Suicide has become such a common topic for kids and teens in these...