Anxiety. We all have it from time to time. And, according to the ADAA, anxiety is the most common mental illness in America. But when is it time to see a professional therapist to help us cope with our anxiety? If you believe you have been dealing with anxiety for a while now, then here…
Anxiety is a very common mental health issue affecting most of us to different degrees. While anxiety is oftentimes a natural response to stress, too much anxiety can negatively impact our quality of life. A little self-care can go a long way when it comes to keep anxiety in check. The concept of self-care covers…
“I’m depressed”. We’ve all heard someone say it. We’ve probably said it ourselves. Depression is a serious matter, so we can’t dismiss such comments out of hand. But how can we tell if we’re actually depressed or simply lacking motivation? Both can share overlapping symptoms, but there are clear differences between the two and it’s…
Creating a therapeutic alliance In order for therapy to be successful, clients need to feel safe with their therapist. The feeling of safety can be described as feeling at ease, calm, respected, knowing that you are going to be taken care of, listened to, heard and validated. Feeling safe can be described as confiding in…
In our last post we talked about what to ask during your consultation with a prospective therapist. But how do you even choose a therapist? Determine your goals The therapist you choose should be someone you feel comfortable talking to, has training and/or experience in the area you want to work on. Before you begin…
Counseling is an evolving field and that certainly holds true for couples counseling. New approaches,techniques, and technologies have emerged that help couples to build stronger healthier relationships. One of the more notable trends in couples counseling is the integration of technology into therapy sessions. Long distance relationships are common and in-person therapy sessions just don’t lend themselves…
Couples therapy, also known as marriage counseling or couples counseling, is an approach to therapy that helps couples improve their communication patterns, resolve issues and conflicts, and strengthen their overall relationship. And, you guessed it, the duration of couples therapy can vary significantly. It depends on a good many factors that include: the specific issues the couple is…
If you’ve ever tried to find a therapist that fits your needs, budget and personality, you know it’s like finding a needle in a haystack. There may be a lot of therapists out there, but who do you choose and what do you ask during your consultation? We’ve created some questions to ask during your…
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