You and your partner have tried to work out the differences that have strained your relationship. The hard work has resulted in the proverbial dead end that closes far too many intimate relationships established by couples of all ages, from all backgrounds. Both of you have decided to try couples therapy to work out the […]
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5 Warning Signs Your Child May Be Becoming Socially Anxious
Some children enjoy the company of their peers, which they demonstrate early in life on the school playground and in the family backyard. Other children exhibit shyness by spending time alone working on school projects or watching their favorite television shows. Although shyness should not be considered a negative personality trait, parents must distinguish between […]
Common effects of trauma on our everyday ways of processing life experiences
Going through a traumatic event challenges our understanding of how the world should operate, as well as erodes our confidence and shakes many of our core beliefs. Whether you survived a natural disaster, suffered the loss of a close family member, or endured the tragedy of being the victim of a violent crime, a traumatic […]
Long Term Benefits of EMDR Therapy
Eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR) represents a form of individual adult therapy that stimulates eye movement to help patients deal with traumatic emotions and memories. EMDR therapy is known for its short-term solutions for treating the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). However, how does implementing EMDR psychotherapy techniques benefit the victim of a traumatic […]
Reasons why EMDR may be helpful for those with traumatic memories they would rather not recall
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy represents a highly recommended type of therapy for treating the symptoms of several mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and panic attacks. EMDR therapy also is widely recognized for treating the symptoms that develop because of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Several renowned organizations, such as the World […]
What is EMDR Therapy, and Do I Need It?
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) represents a relatively new type of therapy that implements nontraditional therapeutic methods. Despite its fairly new status as a form of psychotherapy, EMDR therapy has gained popularity among many therapists, especially when it comes to treating the symptoms generated by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). EMDR does not depend on medications […]
Top 7 Reasons People Need Therapy
Therapy can help people of all ages, from children that get support for dealing with divorce to parents going through adult therapy to address marital problems. Although many types of therapy help address mental and emotional struggles, seven reasons for therapy stand out as the most frequently implemented types of therapy Addiction Addiction develops when […]
What to Do If You Believe Your Child is Depressed
Parents have to prepare for dealing with the problems their children encounter on the road to adulthood. One problem, which is the development of depression, represents one of the major obstacles some children face. According to a study released in 2016, nearly 13 percent of American adolescents had at least one episode of depression. Parents […]
Why it Takes a Village to Raise a Child…and Support Adults
Raising a child is no longer the sole responsibility of parents. It takes a village to raise a child in the 21st century for several reasons, including providing support for adults that have to juggle a career with child-rearing. One of the greatest benefits of attending couples therapy involves parents learning about why it takes […]