Posts tagged individual counseling
Healthy Boundary Setting During the Holidays

Countdown to Thanksgiving has officially begun- which means potential holiday stress on the rise.  During the holiday time I find myself hoping I will finally set aside time for myself and decompress, however if I am being honest… I rarely do. 

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Therapy is Not Just For Women

Recently a couple of my male clients have expressed how difficult it was to start counseling – and that it was something encouraged by their girlfriend, wife, or female friends. So, I decided to do some research:

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39 Journal Prompts to Practice Gratitude, Mindfulness, and Positive Thinking this Holiday Season

It happens every year.  One day I am holding on to the very last piece of summer and the next I am tripping over the unavoidable holiday decorations in Target wondering if I am already late on buying Christmas presents. 

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Understanding Attachments

You may have heard of attachment theory before and if you’ve ever had a general psychology class, you may be aware of the infamous Bowlby and Ainsworth experiments. For those of us that are newer to the theory, no worries. This blog will give a basic understanding of attachment styles and how they impact our relationships.

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November Position of the Month: Hot Squat- From Our Certified Sex Therapist

November’s highlighted position of the month is the Hot Squat.  A sexual experience is a wonderful time to emotionally connect with one another, but it can also be an excellent time to do something physical and exercise together!  A

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Anxiety Tool Kit: Body, Mind, Spirit: Part I: Body

Picture this. You crawl into bed at the end of a long day, exhausted and looking forward to a good night’s sleep. You close your eyes, lay your head on the pillow, and …

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Why Addiction is Not a Disease

There is not a person alive that addiction does not touch. You, a friend, a colleague or a family member may be struggling with alcohol and drug use, or a compulsive coping mechanism. Because ultimately, that is what addiction is: a compulsive coping mechanism or pattern of behavior linked to emotional and psychological distress.

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