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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: The Invisible Injury
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a clinical term used to identify a plethora of symptoms resulting from an individual’s exposure to a traumatic event. These symptoms can be so severe that they can lead the sufferer to a place of… Continue reading
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Thoughts and Fear: the root to self-inflicted anxiety
At some point we all experience fear and worry for many reasons and to different degrees. Anxiety is stimulated when these concerns begin to excessively cloud your mind and judgment. But really, what is fear, and how do your thoughts… Continue reading
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5 Tips for Fighting off a Panic Attack
There isn’t much worse in life than a horrible panic attack. Count your lucky stars if you have been fortunate enough to never experience one. For the rest of us, myself included, panic attacks are scary because of how horrible… Continue reading
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One Quick Tip for Reducing Anxiety – Grounding
Anxiety is something that is very common in today’s society, but not too many people have knowledge of how to cope with their anxiety. Grounding is a quick tip that can be used to reduce anxiety and panic. Grounding is… Continue reading
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Why Do I Feel Shame?
Shame is a common emotion – we all feel it. Shame feels terrible and can often accompany feelings of depression or worthlessness. It is important to understand the function of shame so that you can use it appropriately and move… Continue reading
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10 Things You Don’t Know About Therapy
1. Everyone can benefit from therapy. While studies show emotional improvements and treatment for those suffering with mental health disorders – those same studies also show great benefit for people who are healthy. 2. Talking about feelings and events actually transfers… Continue reading
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How Depression, Anxiety and Stress Creep Up on Us – The Raft
A man comes to a raging river and needs to cross to the other side. The rapids are moving too strongly for him to swim across without being pulled under water. Knowing that he needs to find a solution to… Continue reading
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Improving Relationships Part 3 – Creating Healthy Communication Pathways
The first step to creating healthy communication pathways is to start with only a single pathway at a time. Most communication happens with both individuals communicating their point of view while trying to simultaneously listen and absorb new knowledge. This… Continue reading
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Should I Stay or Should I Go: Divorce, Kids and Co-Parenting
I hear this question consistently from clients and there really is no right or wrong answer, however there are some important issues to consider when making this very challenging decision. There are many men and women that will endure and… Continue reading
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Improving Relationships, Marriages, and Partnerships Part 2 – Communication Barriers
Communication is the building block for which relationships are built. Good communication can help a relationship work through problems and grow closer, while bad communication can drive people apart. To improve communication we look to decrease barriers while increasing healthy… Continue reading
Mental Health Reimagined 