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How to Effectively Communicate Your Expectations for Therapy with Your Counselor

How to Effectively Communicate Your Expectations for Therapy with Your Counselor

Entering into therapy can be intimidating for anyone, especially if there is a lack of clarity or understanding about what to expect from the process. As a client, it may be important for you to share certain expectations and values that are central to your faith and personal beliefs. However, communicating these expectations to your counselor may not always be easy. In this blog post, we will explore some helpful strategies for communicating your expectations for therapy with your counselor in order to ensure that you have a positive and effective counseling experience.

Understanding Accelerated Resolution Therapy

Understanding Accelerated Resolution Therapy

Accelerated Resolution Therapy, often referred to as ART, is a form of psychotherapy with roots in existing evidence-based therapies but shown to achieve benefits much more rapidly (usually within 1-5 sessions). Clients suffering from trauma and other mental health problems such as Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Panic Attacks, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Addictions/ Substance Abuse , Performance Anxiety, Family Issues, Victimization/Poor Self Image, Victimization/Sexual Abuse, Relationship Issues/Infidelity, Codependency, Grief, Job Related Stress, Pain Management, Memory Enhancement and many other mental and physical conditions can experience remarkable benefits starting in the first session.

Understanding Medication for Mental Health Issues

Understanding Medication for Mental Health Issues

The use of medication to help with mental health symptoms is more common than you may think.  Every year about 1 in 4 adults have a diagnosable mental health issue. In the same year about 1 in 5 use medication to help address these issues. The use of medications and reasons to use medications vary from person to person.  For some people, medication can be a valuable and even necessary tool in treating mental health issues. In this blog post, we will discuss when medication for mental health issues are appropriate.

Managing Anxiety as a College Student

Managing Anxiety as a College Student

College is an exciting time in our lives, but it can also be overwhelming. Balancing academics, extracurricular activities, and social life can cause anxiety. As a college student, you may encounter various sources of stress, such as academic pressure, financial difficulties, homesickness, peer pressure, and relationship issues. These sources of stress can lead to anxiety, which can affect your mental health, academic performance, and personal life. However, managing anxiety is possible with the right tools. Let’s explore some effective strategies for managing anxiety as a college student.

From a Child Therapist: How to Help Your Child with Bullying at School

From a Child Therapist: How to Help Your Child with Bullying at School

Bullying is a serious problem that affects many children. Recent studies show that around 20% of students nationwide ages 12-18 reported being bullied. It can lead to anxiety, depression, and even suicide in extreme cases. As a parent, it can be difficult to see your child go through this pain and not know how to help. Here are some ways you can support your child if they experience bullying at school.

A Path to Healing: How to Decide Between Individual or Marriage Counseling in Tampa, FL

A Path to Healing: How to Decide Between Individual or Marriage Counseling in Tampa, FL

There are many buzzwords around what is healthy versus unhealthy in committed relationships. More and more partners are researching and understanding these terms. Labels such as narcissist, gaslighter, misogynist, borderline, alcoholic/addict, and abusive are now commonly used words to define unhealthy behavior dynamics in intimate relationships. While some of these terms speak to a “clinical” term requiring professional assessment and diagnosing, they do speak to the grouping of symptoms that can severely interfere with safe interactions within a marriage that is supposed to build vulnerability and an intimate bond. Professional marriage therapists should be seasoned with identifying attributes, when present, that are contra indicators of not entering couples counseling. At least not immediately.

3 Reasons Why Prioritizing Your Mental Health As A College Student Is Crucial

3 Reasons Why Prioritizing Your Mental Health As A College Student Is Crucial

College life can be an exciting time filled with new experiences, challenges, and growth opportunities. It also comes with its fair share of challenges though. Amidst the academic pressures, social demands, and personal growth, one thing that often gets overlooked is one’s well-being. Here are three reasons why taking care of your mental health as a college student is crucial.