Have you ever noticed that you can sense what your partner feels, even without exchanging words? For instance, have you ever been able to sense when your partner is worried, sad or upset? Have you ever felt sadness within yourself while comforting a sad loved one? Have you ever felt embarrassment for a loved one […]
Men and Depression
June 27, 2017 – 3:25 pm
Many men believe depression is unmanly and weak. This thought often prevents men from seeking counseling but these are false assumptions. It is estimated that well over 6 million men develop depression each year. Once we understand that depression is not a weakness nor is it abnormal, we can heal. There are many causes of […]
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
June 13, 2017 – 2:11 pm
Most of us suffer an episode of depression at one time or another. It’s frustrating, it’s paralyzing at times, and it’s uncomfortable. A person can feel that life will never return to normal. A person who is depressed can feel completely unmotivated. Clinical depression can cause episodes of fatigue. Many people have complained that since […]
The Happiness Set Point
June 5, 2017 – 10:00 am
We are a more relaxed society and whatever we want is there for the taking. Technology has made a difference, and entertainment is big these days. There is something for everyone. But, if the power goes out, will we still be happy? Years ago, depending on where you lived, there were 3 channels to […]
Finding Happiness Through Gratitude
April 17, 2017 – 4:01 pm
Would you like to be happier? It is safe to say that most of us would. In the last 20 years the field of positive psychology has been focusing on the study of happiness and the research has shown us a lot. For example, researchers have determined that our genetic programing accounts for fifty percent […]
Top Tips From Couples Therapists
February 24, 2017 – 3:11 pm
Countless people feel intimidated and frightened by the idea of couples therapy. It’s no wonder, since people often feel awkward and difficult when meeting someone new, especially if they’re telling a stranger about their intimate brawls. As a result, couples will attempt to figure out the problems themselves to either save money or save themselves […]
You Might Have Needed Couples Therapy 6 Years Ago
February 17, 2017 – 6:42 pm
According to well-regarded research conducted by Dr. John Gottman, the average couple waits six years after difficulties arise to start couples therapy. Six years? Yes, that’s right. Six whole years of struggle and weight on a couple’s relationship is a lot to bare. So how come people wait so long to seek help? Fear […]
Your Teen Can Benefit From Therapy
February 9, 2017 – 9:31 pm
Do you have a child who is going through a particularly rough patch in their life? Perhaps they’re acting out and causing numerous issues within the home, school, or extra circulars. Or maybe they’re just more quiet or out of character than before. If you are a worried parent, then you’ve likely attempted to talk […]
How You Can Give Your Brain Some Much Needed Relief
February 2, 2017 – 9:30 pm
As a young kid or teenager, you perhaps thought that the world was crashing down at some point or another. With the stress of school, extracurricular activities, and family life, you probably and eventually learned how you could best cope. Hopefully you chose a healthy way to relax, like seeking the comfort of a loved […]
How To Improve Your Mental Health Through Physical Exercise
January 27, 2017 – 3:20 pm
Your mental health is just as, or in some cases even more, important than your physical health. Even though we are constantly bombarded by personal advice or medical articles regarding how we can improve our physical health, there are numerous methods you should use to assist your medical health. Most interestingly, there’s a way that […]