Do you notice how things are different these days since Covid-19 hit? Do you feel more on edge or easily overwhelmed by things? Do you notice yourself getting irritable or upset more often, or even getting downright sad and lonely about how things are right now? These are all aspects of the grief over the long-term changes caused by the pandemic and accompanying economic collapse and social unrest.
Read moreOnline Therapy: It's a Process
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The health crisis we are in is only adding to the need to start the process of online therapy. With so many people sick and dying, it is adding to the psychological distress everyone is having to deal with.
Read moreSexual Health Is More Than Protection from STI's
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If you think the only thing you need to do to have sexual health is to be protected from STI’s, you’ve been out of the loop for way too long. Not only are we in the middle of the biggest pandemic in over 100 years, but we have moved away from a concept of sexual health as being just about protection from STI’s and unwanted pregnancy.
Read moreGet Past Procrastination with Image Transformation Therapy
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Do you find yourself putting things off for some unexplained reason? Do you sit for hours and hours avoiding doing something you know you have to do? Ever wonder why this is so? The reason lies in what you’re afraid of, and way out is easier than you would imagine. Regardless, you are stuck in procrastination.
Read moreRage and Little Fires Everywhere
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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.
Read moreThe Relationship Between Attachment Style and Sexual Compulsion
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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.
Read moreThe Connection Between Hate and Trauma
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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.
Read moreUnlocking Us is Perfect for Helping with Grief!
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.
Read more5 Things You Can Do to Cope with Sex Addiction During Coronavirus
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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!
Read more5 Ways to Preserve Mental Health During Social Distancing
Are you about to climb the walls because of cabin fever due to social distancing? Do you wonder how long social distancing will be the rule in our culture? Do you wonder how it will affect your relationships? Your mental health? Keep reading, because I will answer all of these questions in my blog today.
Read moreAdverse Childhood Experiences and How They Can Lead to Addiction
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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.
Read moreImage Transformation Therapy as Emotion-Focused Coping
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…
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The Problem with Black and White Thinking
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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.
Read moreWhere Does Anxiety Come From?
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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!
Read more3 Signs You're Using Sex as Self-Medication
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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.
Read moreHow Image Transformation Therapy Stops Anxiety Triggers
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!
Read more4 Ways to Break Out of Family Roles
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.
Read more5 Things Mister Rogers Taught Me About Dealing with Depression
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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.
Read moreWhy Don't I Feel More Grateful?
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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.
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