Blogs
Understanding the Differences Between Social Anxiety and Social Phobia: Treatments and Solutions
Social anxiety and social phobia are different, and this post will explain their differences, symptoms, and the best treatments for each to help manage social fears.
Betrayal Trauma: Understanding the Symptoms, Effects, and Treatment
Betrayal trauma is a painful experience caused by someone you trust betraying you, and this post will explain its effects and symptoms, as well as treatment options for healing.
Betrayal Loss: Understanding the Pain and Healing Process
Betrayal loss is a deeply painful experience that involves not just losing someone, but also trust and security, and this article will explore why it hurts so much and how to cope and heal.
Low-Contact vs. No-Contact During the Holidays: Navigating Family Boundaries and Emotional Well-Being
The holidays can be tough for some people due to family issues, so this post will explain low-contact and no-contact options, why people choose them, and how to handle them while focusing on self-care and boundaries.
Grief and the Holidays: Coping with Loss During the Festive Season
The holidays are often seen as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for many people, the holiday season can trigger feelings of sadness, loneliness, and grief. If you’ve lost a loved one, gone low or no contact, or are navigating a difficult life...
Grief and Loss: Understanding the Different Types and Effective Treatments
Grief and loss are universal yet deeply personal experiences, and understanding their types and evidence-based treatments can help individuals cope with these challenging emotions more resiliently.
Bariatric Surgery, Marital Problems, and Therapy
Bariatric surgery can impact both physical health and relationship dynamics, leading to challenges like role shifts and emotional distance. Therapy and support groups can help couples navigate these changes and improve communication post-surgery.
Understanding Addiction Swapping After Weight Loss Surgery
In this blog post, we will explore addiction swapping after weight loss surgery, focusing on alcohol and other commonly addictive substances, while providing tips for managing this risk.
Coping with Pet Loss
Losing a pet can be one of the most heart-wrenching experiences a person can face.Our pets are more than just animals; they are family members, confidants, and sources of unconditional love.Understanding the Grief of Pet Loss Grieving the loss of a pet is a natural...
GAD
Anxiety is a normal and common human experience. We need anxiety for survival, and in our everyday activities like driving, taking tests, or completing work projects on time. People can experience anxiety during stressful life situations or transitions, such as...
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Seasonal Affective Disorder typically begins in fall and lasts throughout the winter with remission starting in spring and lasts throughout the summer. This disorder occurs more often in parts of the world with reduced sun exposure during the fall and winter months.
Video Game and Internet Addiction
In 2005, I had a friend who loved to play World of Warcraft (WoW). I didn’t think anything of it until her boyfriend broke his arm. Now you may wonder how these two things are related, but these two things started my curiosity and doctoral dissertation about online...
Have Questions about Therapy, Therapists, and Insurance? We Have Answers.
It is a hard decision to realize we need help and then how to find someone to help us. It’s hard to know where to start, who to turn to.
Pre-surgical Bariatric Psychological Evaluation FAQ
We answer all your questions to the Pre-surgical Bariatric Psychological Evaluation.
Pre-Surgical Spinal Stimulator Evaluation FAQ
Questions about your Pre-Surgical Spinal Stimulator Evaluation? We have the most asked questions right here.
Hypnosis FAQ
Hypnosis works on one’s suggestibility when they reach a hypnotic state. Hypnosis begins with what is called an induction, which means having someone achieve a deeply relaxed state of mind or hypnotic state.
Binge Eating Disorder and Emotional Eating
Binge eating disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder, but is the least talked about of the eating disorders. It has been gaining more attention over the past several years since the addition of the diagnosis to the DSM-V.