If you think that anxiety simply means feeling a bit stressed and on edge, then you might need to think again. As a mental health condition, anxiety is much more complicated than that. There are different types of anxiety and related disorders. Anxiety is an umbrella term that includes several conditions, all with some unpleasant...
Whether you are suffering from a mental health condition, are a mental health professional, or are simply interested in keeping up with mental health and psychotherapy trends, chances are that you’ve heard of EMDR therapy. But what is EMDR therapy, exactly? Read on as we are going to unpack its meaning as well as uncover...
When you hear the term “couples therapy,” what do you think of? For many, couples therapy is associated with unhappy marriages and couples with major issues. However, every type of relationship, both new and old, can experience the benefits of couples therapy. Studies show that today, couples therapy has about a 75 percent success rate. If...
Do you find yourself feeling nervous, overwhelmed, and worried for extended periods of time? This is a common symptom of anxiety. Anxiety disorders affect more than 40 million American adults, making it the most common mental illness in the U.S. But, anxiety symptoms often look similar to symptoms of stress. It’s important to know whether you’re...
By: Jenna Del Valle, Ph.D. Many parents struggle with disciplining their child, and it can be difficult to find a parenting solution that not only works with your child but can be implemented consistently. If you are a two-parent family, then there is also the struggle of finding a disciplining style that is approved of...
Teletherapy or virtual therapy isn’t a new concept, but many mental health professionals and clients have been forced to adapt to a new way of connecting and providing/seeking help.
Have you ever had a question about yourself that you wish could be answered? This could include thoughts like “why can’t I sit still” or “why is it hard to be around other people”, to even something as big as “what makes me who I am”.
One of the biggest life transitions that one may experience is parenthood. For women, the mind and body undergo so many changes during pregnancy, such as changes in hormone levels and weight gain.
Dealing with life change or transition is sometimes difficult to manage because it means that the original plans that were set in motion didn’t pan out. Strong emotions are inevitable responses to these transitions,
Dealing with life change or transition is sometimes difficult to manage because it means that the original plans that were set in motion didn’t pan out. Strong emotions are inevitable responses to these transitions,