
Educational Blogs from Our Mental Health Therapists
Learn about common challenges, including depression, anxiety, relationships,
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How Brainspotting Can Unlock Your Creative Potential as a Business Owner
As a business owner, you're constantly juggling multiple responsibilities, managing your team, and trying to grow your business. It can be a challenging and stressful experience, and it's important to find ways to stay focused and centered amidst the chaos. That's where Brainspotting comes in. Brainspotting is a powerful therapeutic approach that helps you access and process emotions and thoughts that may be blocking your success and growth.
Common Experiences During and After Brainspotting
Brainspotting is a form of therapy that is gaining popularity among mental health professionals. It is an innovative approach that uses eye positions to help people process and heal from emotional and psychological traumas. If you are considering this type of therapy, you may be wondering what to expect after your Brainspotting sessions. In this blog post, we'll explore some of the possible outcomes during or after Brainspotting therapy.
How Brainspotting Intensives Help with Improving Your Mental Health and Accelerating Healing
Brainspotting is a therapeutic approach that can help individuals process and heal from emotional and psychological traumas. Brainspotting intensives, which are extended and focused therapy sessions, offer clients a unique opportunity to delve deeper into their healing process. In this blog post, we'll explore some of the reasons why you should consider attending a Brainspotting intensive.
Finding Relief Through The Power of Brainspotting: Treating Depression
Depression is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. It can cause feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of energy and motivation, making it difficult to enjoy life and perform daily activities. While there are many different treatments available for depression, including medication and talk therapy, one newer approach is Brainspotting.
How To Break Barriers And Start Therapy With Confidence
Starting therapy can be a big step, and it's completely normal to feel nervous about it. It’s important to know that therapy can be incredibly beneficial, providing you with the tools and support you need to manage your mental well-being and live a fulfilling life. Here are some tips to help you get started, even if you're feeling nervous.
When Does Therapy End? How to Recognize When It's Time to “Graduate” Therapy
Therapy is a powerful tool for helping people get support for their mental health, emotional struggles, and personal challenges. It provides a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences and work towards personal growth and healing. But with all good things, therapy must come to an end at some point. So, when does therapy end?
The Advantages of Therapy Services with a Local Practice vs. Big Tech Companies
Every November, social media platforms are filled with messages encouraging shoppers to “shop local.” As big tech companies take an interest in the mental health field, there are a number of reasons for people to consider seeking therapy at a local practice vs. the counseling services advertised by big tech companies. Here are some of the most important considerations.
Why Going Out-of-Network for Therapy May Be the Better Option
Using insurance to pay for therapy can be valuable for those seeking affordable mental health counseling services. However, there are also several reasons why individuals may choose not to use insurance to pay for therapy services. Understanding these reasons can help individuals make informed decisions about their mental health care and support their overall well-being.
The Pros and Cons of Using Your Insurance for Mental Health Services
Mental health is a critical aspect of our overall well-being, and many individuals seek therapy services to improve their emotional and psychological wellness. However, therapy can be expensive, making it difficult for some people to access the care they need. In these situations, using insurance to pay for mental health therapy can be a valuable resource.
How Motivational Interviewing Can Help You Make Change
Motivational interviewing (MI) is a counseling technique that helps individuals explore and resolve ambivalence about making changes in their lives. It helps individuals identify their own reasons for change, rather than imposing change on them. The reality is that we all have behaviors that we want to change. And we all have behaviors that we have talked about changing for a long time without actually following through.
Helpful Coping Strategies That Can Reduce Your Symptoms of Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can manifest in various forms such as general anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder, specific phobias, among others. Left unmanaged, anxiety can significantly impact an individual's daily life and well-being. In this blog post, we will explore the top strategies for managing anxiety.
How Therapy Services Can Help You Manage Your Anxiety Symptoms
Anxiety is a normal part of life, but for some people, it can become overwhelming and interfere with daily activities. If you're struggling with anxiety, therapy can be a valuable tool for managing it. Here's how therapy can help you manage your anxiety.
Top Reasons Why People Don’t Sign Up For Mental Health Therapy & Our Responses to Them
Many of us have never been taught that therapy was an option for preventative care or times of emotional distress. In fact, many of us have received harmful messages that dissuade people from seeking services that have the potential to help them. Here are a few of the most common reasons we hear for why people don’t seek mental health therapy. We’ve thrown in our own thoughts on these reasons for good measure!
Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy for Children and Adolescents
This post is for the parents on the edge, wondering if their child would benefit from therapy and what therapy for children and adolescents even looks like. I hope that this article will answer any questions that you may have, keeping in mind that every child and family is unique and should you need a more personalized conversation, please call our office for a more tailored conversation.
How Do I Know if Online Therapy (Telehealth) is Right for My Child?
With the increased access to telehealth services, parents now have more options available to them when looking for a mental health provider to work with their child. Telehealth, however, won’t necessarily be a good fit for everyone. Within this post I hope to address any questions you may have in determining whether telehealth services will best meet the needs of your child.
Tips to Help You Make the Most of Your Therapy Sessions
For those who are getting ready for mental health therapy, the most important question is: “how can I benefit the most from therapy?” I have five tips for clients who are getting ready for this journey with their therapist.
Benefits of Online Counseling You Might Not’ve Thought Of
Prior to the pandemic, online counseling services were much harder to find than they are now. When the pandemic hit, there was a lot of reluctance to try telehealth. Now that so much time has passed, mental health therapists and clients alike have discovered the many benefits and conveniences of online counseling services. Interestingly enough, we still see some hesitation to give telehealth a try (especially in people who have never experienced it), so we wanted to share about the many telehealth benefits that our clients have shared with us.
How Do I Know If Online Therapy (Telehealth) is a Good Fit For Me?
Over the past 2 years, the popularity of telehealth has grown tremendously. While telehealth can be really convenient, it’s not necessarily a fit for everyone. If you’ve been thinking about telehealth, we hope you’ll find this information helpful for deciding if it’s right for you.
Why Working with a BIPOC Therapist May Be Right For You
When getting ready to start a journey in therapy, we think about our positions at the beginning. That includes: what type of counselor we are looking for, what kind of therapy style we would want to receive, and what kind of perspective we might gain from our therapist. There are many elements to consider when finding a therapist that best fits you. Here are some reasons why working with a BIPOC therapist may be suitable for you.
Chinese Culture and The Stigma of Counseling
It’s not uncommon for people in the Chinese community to experience doubt or uncertainty about the idea of receiving counseling services. People may feel uncomfortable seeking help for their mental health issues when they are experiencing something difficult in their lives. While counseling can be helpful for addressing stressors and mental health concerns, there are a number of reasons why people may not be seeking out the counseling services that can help them. In this blog, I’ll be talking about 5 barriers to seeking mental health therapy in the Chinese community, and 5 reasons why people should consider counseling services.