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Complex Trauma and Finding Your Focus for Therapy
Trauma isn’t just a popular word, it’s a real thing that happens to a lot of people. It also refers to many different experiences and

The Biology of Inner Dialogue: Self-Talk is Physical
Self-talk might sound like an conversation with your counselor, but those words have been adopted as a training technique for athletes. Depending on the nature

The Power of Self-Talk in Reversing a Trauma-Response
In recent years the world of counseling and psychology is exploring the power of the body in the psychological experience. This is not really a

Why Counseling Promotes Small Steps for Big Change
It’s not uncommon for us all to seek support and change once we feel we have no other options. Practically speaking, we like to know

Intentional Movement Helps Us Manage Hyperactivity and Stress
Most of us know we need more exercise, both for our physical and mental health. Even more subtle than this, basic movements can become important

Anger isn’t “just” Anger: How Handling Anger Means Getting Familiar With It
There is a lot of anger in the world and so we think there are a lot of angry people. Many people come to counseling

Trauma-Informed Self-Care and Advocacy
There is a lot to trauma recovery. While there is never a single path to healing and definitely no timeline, there are certain areas that

Risk factors and strengths for adoptive families
Providing counseling to children who have been through or are facing adoption requires awareness of the many factors that predict how difficult it will be
Top Reasons Why You Might Be Distracted That Aren’t ADHD
Struggling to get through daily tasks or difficulty attaining your goals are important indications that your mental wellness might need a little fine tuning. While