Mental Health

The way we connect with important people in our lives is called our "attachment style." Our attachment style comes from how we were cared for as children and affects how we relate to and interact with other people as adults. The Different Types of Attachment As humans, we have a natural need for love and social connection. Positive social relationships promote happiness and optimism, lower stress levels, and give us a sense of purpose in life. Happy adult relationships are built on a foundation of love, trus[...]

Anxiety is an expected response that can serve as a motivator towards stressors, but how do we know when it is manageable, or when it can be an anxiety “disorder?” Understanding the line between manageable worry and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is crucial for maintaining optimal mental well-being. When anxiety becomes excessive, persistent, and interferes with daily life, it may indicate the presence of GAD. Distinguishing between these experiences involves recognizing it’s frequency, intensity,[...]

Trauma Informed Therapy is a comprehensive approach to health care that acknowledges the deep impact of trauma on peoples lives. It recognizes the interconnected nature of the mind and body in the healing journey. Based on an understanding of how trauma affects the brain system and emotional well being, Trauma Informed Therapy aims to provide a safe and empowering space for individuals to heal from wounds regain a sense of empowerment and reconstruct their lives. Understanding Trauma; Trauma covers a range o[...]

Holistic psychotherapy, often referred to as integrative therapy, is a personalized approach to mental health treatment that draws from various therapeutic perspectives and techniques tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual client. This modality views the client as a whole person, considering their mental, physical, emotional, and sometimes spiritual well-being as interconnected aspects of their overall health. The goal of holistic psychotherapy is to address not just the symptoms but also the u[...]

Psychodynamic therapy is an approach that believes our current behavior and mental state are heavily influenced by our past experiences, especially those, from early childhood. It was developed based on the pioneering work of Sigmund Freud. Further refined by important figures like Carl Jung, Alfred Adler and Melanie Klein. This therapy delves into the mind to uncover conflicts and unresolved issues that might be affecting how we think, feel and act today. A key idea in therapy is the concept of the mind. Ac[...]

Person-Centered Therapy, also known as Client-Centered or Rogerian Therapy, is a humanistic approach to psychotherapy created for keeping the individual in mind, versus just the patient. Central to this modality is the belief in the innate capacity of individuals for self-awareness, self-direction, and personal growth. Person-Centered Therapy emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship, empathy, and unconditional positive regard in facilitating clients' journey towards self-actualization and ps[...]

What we expose ourselves to on a daily basis has the ability to shape our moods and overall daily experiences. With social media being a huge part of that schedule, our moods can be influenced by people we are not even in contact with. If you find that you’re comparing yourself to distant friends’ highlights; being reminded of heartbreak watching an ex’s stories; or just disengaged from life because it is substituted by your phone, shifting usage may be ideal. Here are some methods to help you do that.[...]

  Traveling has made its way up to the top of the trendy self-care list, but with very good reason. As Mark Twain bluntly put it: “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts.”  Traveling to worlds outside your own (near or far) opens up possibilities to different schools of thought. Diversifying your thoughts can lead to increased creativity, and greater empathy. I may be biased but the world can never get enough of each. Her[...]