BIG NEWS! We are now In-Network with TriWest/VA Community Care Network. There are several ways to support veterans with mental health issues. Here are some suggestions: Remember, supporting a veteran with mental health issues can be challenging, but it can also be incredibly rewarding. By offering your support, you can make a real difference inContinue reading “Now In-Network with Tri-West and How to Support Veterans with Mental Health Issues.”
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Do you know the Clinical Signs of DEPRESSION?
Depression is a mental health disorder that can affect people in different ways, and it’s important to note that everyone’s experience with depression is unique. However, some common symptoms of depression include: It’s important to seek professional help if you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of depression. A mental health professional can provideContinue reading “Do you know the Clinical Signs of DEPRESSION?”
Supporting Loved Ones With Depression
Depression is a serious mental health condition that can have a profound impact on a person’s life. If you have a loved one who is struggling with depression, it can be challenging to know how to support them. Here are some helpful tips on how to support a loved one with depression: In summary, supportingContinue reading “Supporting Loved Ones With Depression”
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that grants eligible employees the right to take job-protected leave for certain family or medical reasons. FMLA applies to private employers with 50 or more employees, public agencies, and elementary or secondary schools. FMLA provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaidContinue reading “Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)”
Anxious Thoughts
Anxious thoughts are a natural and normal part of the human experience, but when they become excessive and interfere with daily life, they can be a sign of an anxiety disorder. It’s important to understand what anxious thoughts are, where they come from, and how to manage them so that you can live a happier,Continue reading “Anxious Thoughts”
Is cost keeping you from Therapy?
Everything seems to be going up in price these days and it tends to leave us thinking what can we cut from our budget? Is therapy one of those things? Let’s make sure that isn’t the case. We have a few options to make sure you are still getting the help you need for yourContinue reading “Is cost keeping you from Therapy?”
Interview with Amber Seater
Meet Amber Seater, LPC. She has a heart to work with those who are struggling with trauma and sexual assaults. She uses a wholistic approach and integrates yoga with various types of therapies. Listen as Amber talks about validation and how she uses it in her counseling. If you want to find out more aboutContinue reading “Interview with Amber Seater”
GIVE Skill + Learning how to Validate
The GIVE Skill in Interpersonal Effectiveness is a great reminder of our approach and how we address people who we are asking something from or saying No to. It is hard to set boundaries and learning how to ask for our needs to be met. The give skill is a way to slow it down,Continue reading “GIVE Skill + Learning how to Validate”
Seasonal Affect Disorder
Winter can be tough for many reasons. It is dark, there is snow and many times we just want to stay in. Most of that is ok, it is when it starts to impact other areas of our lives and we start to see our mood declining. This is the purpose of knowing the differenceContinue reading “Seasonal Affect Disorder”
Emotion Regulation – Changing Emotion & Opposite Action
The following chart is an addition to what we have been learning about Emotions. Since we have been journeying through the Emotion Regulation part of DBT we have gotten to the Changing your Emotion and Opposite Action. This is where we move from validation into action. We identify the initial urge we feel when theContinue reading “Emotion Regulation – Changing Emotion & Opposite Action”
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