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Online therapy offers great benefits.Life in the time of Covid-19 - by Therapion- *** Emotional Wounds: Bandages, Baggage, Balms and Blessings - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Daniel BenorWe are often taught to ignore and bury our problems and upsets and to 'be strong.' This is a temporary solution for distress that has serious drawbacks. Learning to identify and release our feelings are much better ways of handling them. Varieties of self-treatment methods enable us to do this, ...
Views: 2537(3 votes) - How to Wake Up the Dead Inside - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteSome people live their lives stuck in an exhausting treadmill. Too tired to change course they tolerate seeing the same sights, having the same experiences over and over again. I know a few people who lost or quit a job every couple of years with the excuse that their boss is a jerk or they're ...
Views: 3331(3 votes) - Spectator or Participant? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from William StoneOf course, we are all participants in our own lives. But sometimes we live life from a distance, watching it go by without making any vigorous moves to keep from getting stuck, or to reach a goal that requires some extra effort. It is almost like we are a spectator of our own lives, just ...
Views: 3677(3 votes) - The 'Temper Tantrum' : An Expression Of Loss - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Matt CasperFrustration can sometimes look like anger, but this emotion is just a little bit different. The underlying foundation of frustration is loss. As a child develops, they begin to realize that life is made up of choices, and when a choice is made, the option that was once available to him or her ...
Views: 1798(3 votes) - The Hurt Child — Played Out in the Adult Life - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Victoria Lorient-FaibishWhen we are having difficulty in adult relationships it is often because we are approaching them from the perspective of the ‘hurt child.’ This is someone who is always looking for love and approval, and is hypersensitive to criticism. If a person comes from an environment of deep criticism, ...
Views: 2819(6 votes) - The Key to Success May Be to Find the Right Resources - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Linda PucciI have long been a believer in the importance of having the right resources. That's why I named my business the Inner Resource Center. I have long believed that you can accomplish anything if you have the right tools. In fact, with the right resources, you can transform your life. And you ...
Views: 1381(3 votes) - What Do You (Nurture) Feed? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Sherry O'BrianWhat beliefs and thoughts do you nurture daily? Do your beliefs and thoughts support or sabotage you? Are you aware of any conflict within? Our beliefs (conscious & subconscious) are reflected by the emotions (energy in motion) we experience in our lives. When we experience a life that is ...
Views: 1667(3 votes) - PSORIASIS IS AN ANGRY MAN’S GAME - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2009 from Paul HowardFor nearly 10 years I’ve been using hypnotherapy to help clients with Psoriasis. I have noticed three particular personality traits that seem common to most clients I see. But more of that later… When I first started working with clients who had Psoriasis, I conducted a study into the ...
Views: 3827(4 votes) - The Healing Power of Mindfulness - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Peter StrongMindfulness is that quality of conscious awareness of whatever arises in our present experience in which there is an attitude of engaged-presence. Mindfulness is both very simple and very profound, and to really benefit from its remarkable powers you have to approach the subject with a ...
Views: 1516(4 votes) - WALKING THROUGH THE GAUNTLET OF THE ABYSS IN THERAPY - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Sadie SheafeFor a moment imagine that you are standing alone at the entrance of a deep hole, a gloomy dark chasm. Imagine in your mind's eye staring into a terrifying and ominous void…a murky hole! The opening is indistinguishable, and it's intimidating. What is even worse is that this sinister cavity, this ...
Views: 1970(4 votes) - Tap in the Gratitude With EFT and Speed Up the Healing Process - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherWhen we are struggling to overcome a chronic illness or chronic pain, our lives become very focused on what is wrong, and the steps we need to take in order to recover. Our lives may consist of appointments with doctors, specialists, therapists, and various practitioners. In fact, we may feel as ...
Views: 2081(5 votes) - Deserving Wellness - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherWhen I was severely ill with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), the one constant factor in my somewhat restricted life was the unequivocal support I was given by my parents and my husband. If I hadn't received their love and encouragement on a daily basis, I know the journey would have been far ...
Views: 2107(6 votes) - Music is KEY to Good Health after Crisis - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2015 from Dr. Sonara Carter-BarberMusic is KEY to Good Health after Crisis As a native of the South, I wanted to make a contribution to the field of Psychology through my research on the Katrina survivors in Mississippi and Louisiana. Another reason, was I wanted to identify if individuals who experienced crisis became ...
Views: 1432(1 vote) - 6 Tips for Working with Your Therapist - by Submitted on May 24, 2010 from Cheryl HitchcockTherapy is not an easy endeavor, but it is well worth the effort. Sometimes it is helpful to have an action plan for exactly how to work with your therapist and what to expect. Therapists and coaches are not magic workers, but rather people who provide guidance and the tools to help you get ...
Views: 2087(2 votes) - 8 Important Tips For Choosing A Therapist - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Lois NightingaleIn choosing a professional with whom you plan to discuss your most personal issues, one who you trust to give you direction and assistance, it is important to first spend some time considering what results you would like to see if therapy was successful from your own perspective. Remember no one ...
Views: 1308(1 vote) - A Lesson In Dealing With Anti-Social Personalities - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Estelle GoldsteinHe really looked down on his luck, as do most people who came into this particular urban mental health clinic. He was receiving drug samples from a nurse practitioner somewhere in the system; drugs too expensive to continue getting samples to give him. Drug companies stop giving out samples of ...
Views: 1708(1 vote) - Accepting Fear In Ourselves And In Our Children - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Matt CasperChildren who are easily frightened are scared of more than the boogey man in the closet or the three-eyed monster under the bed. These monsters are “projections” of emotions that children hold about themselves and the world--emotions that children are scared to feel. These scary feelings are ...
Views: 1532(1 vote) - Actor Joe Pantoliano Transforms His Depression to Empower Others - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery Satterwhite"I am now the most miserable man living. Whether I shall ever be better I cannot tell; I awfully forebode I shall not. To remain as I am is impossible; I must die or be better." - Abraham Lincoln American film and television actor Joe Pantoliano once identified strongly with Lincoln's sad ...
Views: 2351(1 vote) - Always Tired? What it Takes to Shift Inner Gears - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteToo pooped to put one more foot in front of the other? Is your favorite part of the day the moment you get to dive into bed and shut the world off for a few hours? Does the mere thought of the days ahead suck the life energy right out of you? I know how that feels. I've been there -- for ...
Views: 2790(1 vote) - Anger May Be a Symptom of Your Beliefs - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Buck BlackThere are a variety of reasons a person may become angry. In previous articles, I have discussed the primary feelings that result in anger and the high expectations one may have, which result in disappointment and subsequent anger. I now want to introduce how a person’s belief system can cause ...
Views: 2159(1 vote) - Anger May Stem from Alcohol and Other Drugs - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Buck BlackThere can be more to the anger iceberg than just feelings. Often people come to my office because of anger management issues and when I assess them for the reason behind the anger, they have extensive alcohol or other drug use. Others may have a brain injury. In cases where drinking or ...
Views: 2037(1 vote) - Answers to commonly asked questions about Hypnotherapy - by Submitted on May 25, 2010 from Nicole AireyCan I get stuck in hypnosis? Impossible! When under hypnosis you are always fully in control and able to open you eyes at any time, stand up and continue your day as normal after the session. Will my secrets be revealed? Hypnosis is not a truth serum. You are always aware of the process and ...
Views: 2025(1 vote) - Anxiety Therapy Online - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Peter StrongGeneral Anxiety Disorder is a very common condition that affects many of us at some time in our lives. At any one time it is estimated that over 10 million people in the US suffer from some form of GAD. Many are actively seeking treatment through medication or some form of psychotherapy, either ...
Views: 1388(1 vote) - Are You Settling for Less Than You Deserve? - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Cheryl HitchcockMany people insist they have a healthy sense of self-esteem, but then they do things that prove otherwise. They might make poor decisions, spend time with people who treat them badly, or put everyone else first and themselves last. These choices often come from low self-worth that creates ...
Views: 1289(1 vote) - Are You Stuffing Your Closets as a Compulsive Shopper? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery Satterwhite'Fess up. If you're reading this blog you may be a shopping addict. There's a world of difference between someone who shops for necessities (even luxuries) or social enjoyment and the person who shops to deaden emotional pain. Which one are you? Like a drug addict you use shopping to get ...
Views: 2454(2 votes) - Aspects of Hypnotherapy/Psychotherapy and Love Addiction - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Vincent TreacyI am directing you to a podcast I made with Counsellor Annie Bennett. She had been working in the field of psychotherapy and counselling since 1994, when she trained and worked for Cruse Bereavement Care in North Surrey, England. She later trained for Surrey Alcohol and Drug Misuse and continued ...
Views: 1945(1 vote) - Balanced Giving - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Sherry O'BrianDid you know that November is National Care-givers month? Unfortunately, most caregivers are unaware of this. Moreover, much too busy and overwhelmed to – STOP, and give themselves the much needed attention they deserve. When the balance between an individual’s needs and that of another in ...
Views: 1650(2 votes) - Being a Mother - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Ken ThomIt goes without saying; mothers play a very important role in our lives. Many articles and books have been written about this. There is a tremendous amount of research about being a mother. It has been dissected from every angle and from numerous counseling theories. Attachment theory says that ...
Views: 1412(2 votes) - Can Society Judgements Increase the Individual’s Shadow? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Piercarla GarusiI have been watching recently the very powerful new movie from Debbie Ford with Debbie Ford, Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson and many others great teachers on the Shadow Effect. If you haven’t watched it, please do watch it, it is for the future of humanity. And these are some of the thoughts ...
Views: 1518(3 votes) - Children And Psychotherapeutic Help - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Sawas DeeOne would think that if there’s one group of people that don’t need psychotherapeutic help, that would be children. Sadly, that’s not the case, since a lot of children around the world are in need of help from a therapist. The reasons could be many and different , and you never know if the ...
Views: 956(2 votes) - Christian Stress Management - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2010 from Miriam KinaiConsulting God is the first step of Christian stress management. Prayerfully seek His advice for He urges you to call on Him and He will show you great things which you did not know (Jeremiah 33:3) and these insights will help you discern the right course of action. The second step of ...
Views: 4306(1 vote) - COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY'S ANSWER TO PANIC - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2007 from James KrehbielPeople who suffer from panic attacks experience symptoms such as heart palpitations, sweating, loss of control, feelings of impending doom, disorientation, and feeling trapped. Although those who suffer from this disorder feel debilitated, it is one of the most manageable syndromes to treat ...
Views: 2032(1 vote) - Convenient Shoplifting and Theft Education Classes Taken Online - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Ari NovickShoplifting is a crime that is committed for many reasons. Sometimes it is a crime of necessity when someone has few other options other than to steal in order to support themself. Sometimes it is part of a larger criminal network where stolen goods are resold. Often shoplifting is a crime that ...
Views: 1811(2 votes) - Counselling- I Want To Feel Better But The Thought Of It Scares Me. - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Stefan KellyAs you read this short article, it may be that you already have some curiosity about counselling and the world of talking therapies. But I can’t really know what your motivation to read this is and I don’t make any assumption. What I can relate to however, through my own personal experience ...
Views: 769(1 vote) - Creating An Energetic Bridge - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Sherry O'BrianThe efficacy of energy-based psychotherapy is slowly increasing with the advent of new technology that can measure brain waves and other forms of subtle energy. As with any field of study there are several branches, all of which focus on change within some aspect of the human energy field, or ...
Views: 1824(2 votes) - Dear Dr Romance: I Need a Good Self-Help Book - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I congratulate you for your many helpful articles on the Internet. I would like to have your advice. I am male and in the last 25 years I had a therapy experience which lasted 3 1/2 years and left me with unresolved issues; shorter therapy experiences with different ...
Views: 1907(2 votes) - Depression and Core Beliefs - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Sophie HenshawCore beliefs are found at the hub of every depression and can be thought of as nuggets of self-hatred. They develop as a result of experiences that you believe define who you are. In brief, all your suffering is caused by identification with experience. As an example, picture what ...
Views: 4071(1 vote) - Does Repressed Anger Plague You In Your Adult Life? - by Submitted on May 22, 2010 from Jill PrinceDo you suffer from serious repressed anger and other repressed emotions? Most people don't remember the first three years of life and so are not aware if those years were spent building up a store of repressed anger and other repressed emotions. Dr. Gabor Mate is a medical doctor who works ...
Views: 4460(2 votes) - FEAR - The Gift Its Good For - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteFEAR - The Gift Its Good For We all know there is healthy rational fear. We protect ourselves from raging fires, stampeding bulls and any real threat to our existence. When the danger passes so does our fear. We shake it off as a duck shakes off water. And we move on. There's a ...
Views: 1470(1 vote) - FOR VALENTINE’S DAY: The Gift of Self Exploration & Expression - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2014 from Emma ViglucciOften times partners share their wondering about how exclusivity, monogamy, and fidelity is possible in a longterm relationship. It is usually the male partners who pose this question when their female counterpart is not present. I appreciate their honesty, risk and willingness to explore ...
Views: 1701(2 votes) - Forgiveness And Healing - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2008 from Marlise WitschiThe perennial philosophy, which contains the essence of all religions, affirms that we are all one and the same, and that we are Love. All the great Masters convey this same message. Deep in our hearts, they tell us, we all have an unbreakable connection to the great Source of Love. Some of us ...
Views: 885(1 vote) - Genuine Tinnitus Relief - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2003 from Charles ValdTinnitus a totally new approach Tinnitus (ringing, whistling, buzzing) in the ears is a very common problem. We all have tinnitus it’s just for the most part not noticeable. 10% of the population suffer from ‘noticeable’ tinnitus. Other people may occasionally get temporary tinnitus after loud ...
Views: 2928(2 votes) - Growing Pains - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Kelly MartinGrowing pains are just that… painful. I’m not talking about physical growth spurts when you were younger and your body ached for days. No… I’m talking about growing pains that stem from personal growth. These growing pains manifest when you make changes in your life and feel emotional discomfort ...
Views: 1537(1 vote) - Hair Loss Can Be Caused By Stress and Emotional Silence - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondNia was stunned when her perfect relationship ended Nia was on top of the world. Her job was going well, and she had the best boyfriend any girl could ask for. He was attentive and affectionate. He was interested in her ideas and opinions. He showed respect for her family traditions. She felt ...
Views: 7741(1 vote) - Help When Your Teenager is Out of Control - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2010 from Mark GregstonFor parents, there is no worse feeling than watching your child spin out of control while nothing you do seems to make any difference. If your teenager’s behavior is giving you feelings of helplessness, hopelessness, and fear, I would like to offer you some suggestions. First, stop what you ...
Views: 1897(2 votes) - Helping Your Children To Handle Change - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Matt CasperChange can be very difficult for children. Facing new situations means a new set of unknowns and therefore a new set of fears. Your job as a caregiver is talk with your children and allow them to find the courage to face their fears. Be respectful and empathic of your child’s experience while ...
Views: 1719(2 votes) - How Does Emotional Abuse Affect Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2010 from Evelyn YeoResearch shows that the parenting style used on a child during the first 3 to 4 years of his life is the strongest factor that determines his level of self-esteem. Parenting style refers to how parents treat, guide, and nurture their young. It encompasses the messages that parents communicate ...
Views: 13245(2 votes) - How is Your Emotional Intelligence - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Anne Dranitsaris and Heather Dranitsaris-HilliardWe believe that through focusing on their personal development, people can learn to handle emotions intelligently, and in doing so increase their ability to succeed in personal and professional relationships. Emotional self-awareness is the core of emotional intelligence. Knowing one's emotional ...
Views: 1925(1 vote) - How Not to be a Victim of Your Emotions: Mindfulness Therapy - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Peter StrongWhen you really look closely at anxiety, depression, fear, anger or stress, you will almost always find recurring patterns of negative thoughts, traumatic memories and habitual emotional reactions. They are our tormentors, the pesky biting insects that annoy us throughout the day. They ambush ...
Views: 2332(1 vote) - How To Get Relationship Counseling - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Sara ApplesEveryone of us at one point or another may need relationship counseling. Some people think that relationship counseling is for couples, while in reality all couples-to-be, family members, employees with their employers, and clients with their professionals can make use of it during troubling ...
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