Tackling the Turkey Day Troubles – Thanksgiving Mental Health Counseling
The silver platters, the wicker cornucopia, and of course, the turkey itself—plenty of images spring to mind when thinking about…
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Could You Be Overlooking Signs of Depression? – 7 Uncommon Symptoms
There’s a lot of information available (in books and on the internet) about depression and which symptoms to watch out…
Self-Conscious Emotions: The Role of Shame and Guilt in Trauma
Even though the events surrounding your trauma may have happened a long time ago, the emotions are probably still very…
5 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays Sober
It’s not easy being sober during the holidays. For many, “Holiday Cheer” means drinking. Either it’s a glass of wine at…
What Is Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)? And What Are the Benefits?
You know it’s time. After everything you’ve been through, the moment has come to get professional help for your addiction. Yet,…
The Science of Addiction: The Link Between Your Brain and Substance Abuse
Your brain is swimming in chemicals. They are necessary, even critically important, for your brain and body to function properly. Yet,…
Trauma-Related Shame and Guilt: What Therapeutic Approaches Can Help You Cope?
The conversation about trauma has grown and expanded greatly just in the last decade. Now there are so many information…
Does EMDR Really Work for Trauma Symptoms? – 3 Major Benefits
It’s unfortunate that so many military personnel struggle with PTSD and trauma related to their service. At the same time,…
Is Addiction Keeping You from Building the Life You Want? – 3 Tips to Get Started
When you struggle with addiction, it’s hard to see how it impacts not just your life but the people around…
Self-Medication Consequences: A Word of Caution About Acting as Your Own Physician
Have you been practicing self-medication in order to cope? Do you think that it’s easier to reach for the can…