A client recently asked Dr. Gayle MacBride about Cameron Diaz’s comment about sleeping in separate bedrooms. Here’s Dr. MacBride’s response. A growing number of Americans are choosing to sleep separately. There can be some benefits to this arrangement, but there can also be a cost associated with it. The benefit of sleeping in separate rooms may include getting […]
Recently, Dr. Gayle MacBride was asked just that. Here’s her response: When I am lonely I try to identify what might be causing that feeling. I’m an ambivert and need a good balance of social contact and alone time. If I realize that I need some social time, then I think about which friend might be able […]
Recently Dr. Gayle MacBride was asked that very question. Here’s her response: Getting unstuck can be tricky. The best way I navigate this is: Take a moment to listen to my self-talk – really listen. This is the step that I find most people skip. If I can identify what my internal dialogue is saying, I can […]
Recently Dr. Gayle MacBride was asked that very question. Here’s her response: Sometimes we go to therapy, even if we don’t think we need it. The times when this is most important are when people are giving you the same feedback again and again (eg. hearing the same complaints from multiple people). Therapists can help you see […]
Not everyone connects with their inner child or even have the desire to. What made you want to explore this concept? Well I had to realize that all my adult ways weren’t working. I tried therapy, I tried to handle the here and now, I tried to mask, I drank, I tried to handle each […]
I’m your resource. What do you want to know about fear? I’m afraid. I don’t like it What don’t you like about it? It makes me panicky and on edge. What does panicky and on edge feel like? A tightness on my chest, I can’t think straight. What does that feeling make you want to […]
WELCOME TO A SANCTUARY OF HOLISTIC WELL-BEING AND LIBERATION! WE PROUDLY EMBRACE A SEX-POSITIVE, KINK-INCLUSIVE, AND POLYAMORY-SUPPORTIVE APPROACH TO THERAPY. With a deep understanding that human sexuality and relationships are diverse and multifaceted, together we can create a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals, couples, and groups to explore their authentic selves. Whether you’re navigating […]
Many people take months or even years to make up their minds and schedule their first counseling session. Once you have taken the big step and you are ready for your first appointment, it is natural to feel anxious or even intimidated. However, by preparing yourself better for the first appointment, you can manage your […]
Trauma can have a profound impact on a person’s life, not only in terms of their immediate physical and emotional reactions, but also in terms of the long-term beliefs and attitudes they develop about themselves and the world. These beliefs, often referred to as “core beliefs,” can significantly impact a person’s mental health and overall […]
Unraveling the Chains: How Negative Core Beliefs Shape Our Lives Introduction: In the complex tapestry of human experience, our beliefs serve as the invisible threads that weave together the fabric of our reality. These beliefs, often formed in the crucible of our early experiences, can either propel us toward success and fulfillment or shackle us […]
