How does psychotherapy help reduce anxiety in 2023? Psychotherapy, particularly cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), has been shown to be an effective intervention for anxiety disorders. One of the core mechanisms by which CBT achieves this is by helping patients identify, challenge, and change distorted thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to their anxiety. CBT provides patients […]
How Addiction Affects Relationships Secure functioning relationships cannot exist while addiction is present. Substance abuse and addiction have many costs and one of the greatest comes to close relationships. Romantic relationships affected by addiction tend to involve far more conflict than most relationships. Broken trust, hurt feelings and anxiety are side effects of substance abuse […]
Schools are resuming, however, many children are still on summer vacation in their heads. Additionally many children may still be experiencing issues due to the pandemic, remote learning and mass shootings. Since we have at least one mass shooting a day in the Country and the Coronavirus is back and children […]
Introduction: Panic attacks can be overwhelming and distressing, but you’re not alone in this experience. Millions of people around the world face panic attacks, and with the right strategies, you can learn to cope with and manage them effectively. Understanding Panic Attacks: Panic attacks are intense surges of fear or anxiety that can manifest suddenly […]
Introduction: In the fast-paced world we live in, where demands are constantly knocking at our doors, the ability to establish and maintain healthy boundaries has become an essential skill for maintaining our well-being and achieving personal empowerment. Boundaries are not just about saying “no”; they’re about creating spaces that respect our needs, values, and limits. […]
Cancer. The mere mention of the word sends shivers down the spine, a stark reminder of the fragility of life. When a cancer diagnosis shatters your world, hope becomes your lifeline. In this blog, we explore the power of belief and the potential for healing, even in the face of the most formidable adversary – […]
The problem of children being bullied at school and online is getting worse not better. There are a number of school programs designed to decrease bullying but unfortunately they do not seem to be making the impact we hoped they would be making with children. Nationally 1 out of 5 students between the ages of […]
PTSD is a common and sometimes debilitating mental health condition. Unfortunately, because of the many myths surrounding it, some people don’t get the help they need. Learn why these common myths are false. After a traumatic event such as abuse, a natural disaster, war, or accident, people may experience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a mental […]
DISCLAIMER: NOT AN ACTUAL CLIENT. Dear Therapist, How do I make my spouse go to therapy? Signed, Anxious Spouse Dear Anxious Spouse, Just as therapy is a different journey for everyone, so is the journey to therapy. Some people are very comfortable with, and seek out, therapists to help them process and understand life’s challenges. […]
Mental health is a topic we tend to avoid in our society. It’s the “dirty little secret” people whisper about and will talk about behind someone’s back. Many people are afraid that if other people know they are feeling down or anxious that people will think they are crazy. Especially if a teenager is going […]
