Giving Family Therapy a chance can be transformative for your family, but the reality is that deep set patterns and dysfunction that span decades are tough to tackle. Layers of emotion, resentment and misunderstanding can make even the simplest conversations go sideways quickly. Family therapy can provide a supportive environment to address challenges, improve communication, … Read more
In the not-too-distant past, alcohol addiction was a taboo subject. Thankfully, things have changed for the better, and people caught in its grip can emerge from the closet and seek the necessary help. But before you can recover, the first step is pinpointing the root cause. To that end, today, let’s examine five causes of … Read more
Are you considering counseling? Whether you’re looking for help in your marriage, everyday life, or a counselor for a loved one, there are many types of therapy you could benefit from. One prominent method is called Dialectical Behavioral Therapy or DBT. Emotions can be exhausting for many people, and they can be challenging to manage. … Read more
If you’re an expat, you know the struggles of adjusting to a new life. Many challenges come with moving to another country. Sometimes problems arise that you didn’t anticipate, and this includes mental health issues. Sometimes it becomes hard to handle everyday tasks. Living abroad can be wonderful, but it’s not uncommon for expats and … Read more
You’ve seen it in the movies. A couple has some issues, so they attend therapy to help fix their issues. The counselor asks questions, the partners share their feelings, and then everything is fixed. But the problem is, if you’ve ever experienced issues within a relationship, you probably know that nothing is quite so simple. … Read more
Now, more than ever, we are coming to understand the strain isolation and stress can cause and the impact spending so much time isolated from others can have on our relationships. No one is alone in this. The answer is collaboration, and counseling can help. The truth is, therapy isn’t only there for you when … Read more
Before the pandemic, virtual counseling and health services weren’t as widely available as they became once things began to close down. We were suddenly in a world that relied on digital tools that helped us social distance while remaining connected. The closures and quarantines created a more widespread need for telemental health services, as the … Read more
Are you the parent of a teen with Autism? Are they showing an interest in dating? Are you confused about how to help your teenager navigate the dating world? Dating can be a complicated and awkward experience, regardless of your circumstances. It’s perfectly normal to experience anxiety and confusion when one begins to navigate the … Read more
Mental disorders have been classified and reclassified over the years as science and medicine expand research with more targeted and innovative studies. New ideas as to what qualifies as a mental disorder are regularly arising and being tested for better classification. Our understanding of mental health disorders evolves as the definitions and categorizations change. Mental … Read more
As the COVID-19 pandemic heads into its second year, variants are spreading quickly, causing a new surge of infections in many countries, and lockdowns have begun again. The devastation of a year under lockdown from COVID-19 has marked an effect on mental health. There is a wide range of causes and a bevy of impacts … Read more