Rage and Little Fires Everywhere

June 4, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

If you are a living, breathing, human being right now you have seen how much rage there is out in the world right now. If you’ve heard the chants “I can’t breathe” and feel the gravity of them, you have a sense of the gist of our current societal struggle, both against a virus and against the injustices we are all grappling with right now. If you are a fan of the series ‘Little Fires Everywhere,’ you will also appreciate the rest of this piece.

The Relationship Between Attachment Style and Sexual Compulsion

May 25, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

Do you have a problem with porn use or other sexual behaviors and wonder what caused them? The answer may lie as far back as the crib, because depending on whether you have attachment issues or not, you may be at a greater risk of sexual compulsion than not.

The Connection Between Hate and Trauma

May 11, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

If you ever wondered about whether people in hate groups have trauma in their past, you need look no further for proof of this than by reading Christian Picciolini’s book Breaking Hate. It is a wide-ranging exploration of how those in domestic and international terror groups either have trauma going into these movements, or they have them while in these groups, or both. It also discusses how people get out of these groups, which is similar to recovery from addictions.

Unlocking Us is Perfect for Helping with Grief!

April 28, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

I recently had the pleasure of listening to a couple of Brene Brown’s new podcast episodes. Her new series Unlocking Us is something everyone who is affected by our current circumstances needs to listen to.

5 Things You Can Do to Cope with Sex Addiction During Coronavirus

April 22, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

If anyone needed an excuse to isolate, Coronavirus provide the perfect reason. If you suffer from compulsive or addictive sexual behavior, it can be a double-edged sword. You may wonder about whether you can see partners during this time, or if Coronavirus is like HIV in any way. I’ll answer these questions and more, so please read on!

Adverse Childhood Experiences and How They Can Lead to Addiction

March 31, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

Have you suffered from childhood trauma and wondered why life seems so hard, especially compared to others in your life? Do you wonder why you have such a tendency to overdo it with alcohol or other drugs? The answer lies in your ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences Score), but before you rush to find out what it is you should learn more about it and how it can affect all kinds of health conditions up and down the line.

Image Transformation Therapy as Emotion-Focused Coping

March 18, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

Struggling with our current national and world situation and not sure how to deal with it? Had a fight with your relationship partner and don’t know how to cope with the pain of feeling wounded and misunderstood? If you’ve ever been tempted to self-medicate with substances or compulsive behaviors, you can try a new form of emotion-focused coping instead. Read on…

Read my guest blog on 5 Do's and Don'ts for Somatic Symptoms on Nicole Richardson, LPC's website!

March 8, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

http://nicolemrichardson.com/5-dos-and-donts-for-somatic-symptoms-by-scott-kampschaefer/

The Problem with Black and White Thinking

February 18, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

Ever found yourself saying things like “I’m a good for nothing jerk (or worse)!” or saying the same thing about someone else? Did you say it with conviction? If you did then you probably have some strong feelings attached to it and suffer from a problem called black and white thinking, in which case you need to read on.

Where Does Anxiety Come From?

February 4, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

Do you sometimes find yourself feeling anxious for no reason? Do you worry about things even though you reasonably know you have no need to worry? If you answered ‘yes’ to both of these questions, then this blog post is for you!

3 Signs You're Using Sex as Self-Medication

January 21, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

Do you find yourself turning to porn or compulsive sexual behavior after an upsetting event and wonder ‘How did I get here?’ Do you sometimes find yourself feeling numb after engaging in compulsive sexual behavior, or even worse...feeling guilty or ashamed? These are a few of the signs of using sex as self-medication.

How Image Transformation Therapy Stops Anxiety Triggers

January 6, 2020 Scott Kampschaefer

If you suffer from anxiety you may be wondering when the next shoe is going to drop, or when the ax is going to fall, so to speak. There always seems to be something looming in the distance that could spell doom. Read on if any of these descriptions applies to you!

4 Ways to Break Out of Family Roles

December 23, 2019 Scott Kampschaefer

Do you ever feel like you’re a kid again when you’re with your family, and that they won’t treat you like you’re a grown up even though you’re an adult? If your answer to this question is yes, then read on.

5 Things Mister Rogers Taught Me About Dealing with Depression

December 9, 2019 Scott Kampschaefer

I recently watched the movie A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, and thought about how it can aid people in improving mental health. If you’ve ever struggled with depression, you will find some gems in my review of this movie in this blog post.

Why Don't I Feel More Grateful?

November 26, 2019 Scott Kampschaefer

Do you ever find yourself saying “I know I should feel grateful, but I don’t?” If so, read on because this blog post is for you.

Read my first article for Thrive Global on Moral Injury!

November 22, 2019 Scott Kampschaefer

https://thriveglobal.com/stories/moral-injury-as-a-societal-problem/?utm_source=Newsletter_Transaction&utm_medium=Thrive&utm_campaign=Published

Why is Letting Go of the Past So Hard?

November 11, 2019 Scott Kampschaefer

You’ve probably heard the saying “Just let go of it” about as many times as you can stomach. Does it make you upset when you hear people talk about this so flippantly? You’re not alone. There are many other people who have tried and tried to ‘let go’ of the past with varying degrees of futility. I’ll explain why it’s so hard and what you can do about it.

Triggers for Compulsive Behavior and 5 Ways to Cope With Them

October 29, 2019 Scott Kampschaefer

Have you ever wondered why you wind up engaging in compulsive behavior? Do you find yourself asking how you got here after bingeing on porn or some substance you know you should give up? Well, read on because you suffer from being triggered and this is one blog you need to read.

4 Ways to Cope with Change

October 12, 2019 Scott Kampschaefer

Are you one of those people who tends to dislike or dread change? Sometimes even positive change can throw you off and make you feel uneasy? If you answered yes to either of these questions, this blog is for you!