Mindfulness and Hunger Awareness: Mindful Breathing Inventory Exercise Many people have difficult relationships with food and their own bodies. When we fall into the habit of judging our bodies, our choices, and even our desires…
Mindfulness meditation has gained significant popularity worldwide and has now become a mainstream practice with millions of people incorporating it into their daily routines. Mindfulness meditation can be a valuable tool for managing anxiety, especially…
Why You Should Try Mindfulness Therapy For many, 2021 has not been the magic cure for 2020. Last year we were dropped into an alternate universe of COVID-19, world wide protest, seemingly unending political ads…
Binge eating puts us in an emotional, addictive and trance-like state. When we binge, we use food to soothe negative emotions. Food becomes our cure-all. Feeling sad? Eat. Feeling angry? Eat. Feeling scared? Eat. Feeling…
Mindfulness Therapy for Teens in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey Adolescence is a developmentally sensitive period of life. Just about any adult could reflect on their teen years and tell you a story about…
How To Calm Your Racing Thoughts: Anxiety Therapy We’ve all been there: laying awake at night or having trouble concentrating on anything because of unwanted racing thoughts, trying everything we can to just push them…
Mindfulness practices, such as mindful eating, is a strategy we can use to be fully present when consuming foods by using our five senses to focus on the here and now. Mindful eating With Gratitude…
Mindfulness Therapy: How to become more present in your life. Do you find yourself often consumed in your thoughts and day to day worries? Do you find yourself talking on the phone while driving…
Field of Protection (Mindfulness and Spirituality Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe) In a culture that values doing over being, we are constantly striving towards the next thing on the to-do list…
If you’ve tried getting in the habit of meditating, you know that it’s hard. A recorded voice tells you to “follow your breath” and before you know it you’re off somewhere thinking about what to…
For many people, sitting with an uncomfortable feeling such as anxiety, shame, sadness or anger can be intolerable. Behaviors like drinking, exercising, watching netflix and binge eating are all things our brains have developed to…
The power of choice: Life moves fast and expectations are bestowed upon us at rapid speed. We often fail to recognize how many choices we’re presented with throughout any given day of our lives. We…
How to STOP (STOP your Anxiety Technique brought to you by therapists in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe) We have around 60,000 to 80,000 thoughts per day, and about 95% of them are from…
Anxiety and the RAIN Method Anxiety can sometimes feel like it can take over and there’s no escape. It can distract from school, work, sleep, and time with family and friends. It can make it…
Mindful Eating Food is not only a way to nourish your body, but has also become a way to socialize, cope, and entertain. Society has placed more attention on what you eat, how much you…
Buddhism offers profound insights into the nature of human suffering and provides a transformative path towards inner freedom and inner peace. Central to Buddhist teachings is the concept of the not-self, which challenges our conventional…
Mindful Sex: A Guide To Becoming Fully Present Sexually: Do you feel that you do not fully experience your sexual experiences and sexuality? Do you sometimes feel like you are not present during sex or…
My Feelings Matter: Introduction Introducing a meditation practice into your daily routine can be a powerful act that enhances focus and self-reflection. Carving out the time to meditate sends a message to yourself that your…
Stressed Out Teens: Try Forest Bathing This is a stressful time for teens and adolescents. School closings, restricted social activities, parents who may be out of work, and an uncertain future. Combine all of these…
Considering the fast pace of our world, it is not surprising that we may engage in reactive responses or employ knee-jerk decisions. However, if we can find a way to gently disconnect from the noise…
Many women and men struggle with being mindful during partnered sex. Difficulty staying engaged, or mindfulness, during sex can make sex less enjoyable, or even cause avoidance of sexual encounters. To address this issue, let’s…
Learning to clear your mind and let thoughts go is vital in managing anxiety. But this is much easier said than done, right? If it was that easy, we wouldn’t need psychotherapy! Therapy can…
Many people who struggle with binge eating have successfully disconnected from their bodies and their ability to sense hunger. This is because binges are triggered by uncomfortable emotions such as shame, sadness, anger or fear…
Deep breathing is a great tool to relax the body and mind by oxygenating the blood, slowing the heart rate and allowing the brain to function more effectively. Guided meditation and visualization allow the…
What are Chakras? Chakras were first described in the ancient Hindu scriptures, known as The Vedas, which are the earliest Sanskrit literary records originating in India around 1500-500 BC. The Vedas contain wisdom on how…
During the COVID-19 Pandemic, negative feelings and emotions have increased. With having to be in the house for days on end, the mental health field has seen an increase in people's emotions and triggers being…
DBT Distress Tolerance Distress tolerance is one of the pillars of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, or DBT. As humans, we will inevitably experience stress, overwhelm and situations that are unfavorable and outside of our control…
What is Ayurveda Ayurveda (eye-oor-vay-duh) is a set of physical, mental, and emotional practices that can support you in creating balance in your life. The written practices of Ayurveda are thought to date back to…
Do you want to start a meditation practice? Is this your first time or have you tried many times before? Has mindfulness or concentration meditation left you feeling aggravated, bored or feeling like a failure…
Hey gang! Welcome to “How Can Buddhism Make Me Happy?” We’ll outline some lessons from Buddhism that can make you happier! This won’t be a systematic exploration of the religion or its philosophy, just a…
In the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, finding peace and tranquility can often seem like an elusive dream. The constant barrage of information, the demands of work, and the whirlwind of personal responsibilities…
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is about acknowledging our emotions from a non-judgmental standpoint, which equips the person to better handle uncomfortable emotional states. Impartial acceptance of emotions is very important with Acceptance and Commitment…
Keeping a Spiritual Journal : a tool used in mindfulness based practices. Whether you’re just beginning your spiritual journey or have been on your current path for twenty years or more, keeping a spiritual journal…
With the small window to enjoy and celebrate the holiday season, maintaining your boundaries over the holidays can be a difficult task. Especially due to the pressure to “do it all” and do it right…
In the late 1980’s, Dr. Marsha Linehan created a cognitive behavioral treatment known as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for chronic suicidal, self-injurious individuals who struggled with emotion regulation. A key component of DBT includes mindfulness…
What are Essential Oils? Essential oils have been used for thousands of years as a way to improve wellbeing. The first documented usage dates back to 3000-2500 B.C.E., where oils were used in medicinal…
Trauma often robs us of the feeling that we are in charge of our lives. It can make us question the world and feel out of control in relation to our mind, body and emotions…
Who Am I? Self-as-Context in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy The atoms that make up your body are constantly changing. The matter that makes it possible for you to think - atoms, making molecules, making cells…
Your Inner Critic’s Villain Origin Story (ideas from a therapist in philadelphia) Do you have an inner critic? An inner voice that speaks to you from time to time to tell you what you are…
How To Feel Your Feelings(Therapy in Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe, and Philadelphia) Maybe you’re going through a difficult break up, lost a job, or are dealing with another stressful life event. You’ve talked…
Beginning your mental health journey? Want to be happier and healthier and curious where to start? Well, you’re in luck! In this post, we’ll discuss the pillars of well-being. The pillars of well-being are areas…
Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise: Are you suffering from anger, anxiety, or insomnia? Have you tried countless breathing and relaxation exercises to no avail? Progressive Muscle Relaxation may be right for you! Created by physician Edmund…
Do you ever wonder why you didn’t get that job? Or, how about that loan at the bank? Do you want to have the hotty across the bar come up and talk to you, but…
Reducing Stress in Your Morning Routine: Do you ever find yourself hitting the snooze button several times and then rushing to get out the door for work or school in a frenzy? Mornings can be…
Using the KonMari Method to Let Go of Unhelpful Core Beliefs You have likely heard about the Netflix show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. You may have spent hours binge watching it and wistfully imagining…
In Hindu and Buddhist practices, mantras are considered sacred phrases that are sung or spoken in order to enhance concentration during meditation. These days, psychologists, yogis, and others have borrowed the term to mean a…
4-7-8 Breathing Technique: The Biology of Calming Down Breathing is one of the automatic functions of our bodies and is the function that literally keeps us alive. One of its most essential jobs is to…
Managing Anxiety: Color Breathing Technique We all have experienced anxiety at some point in our lives, whether it was preparing for an important job interview, asking someone on a date, or giving a presentation in…
PART 1: SENSING ENERGY True health encompasses the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual or energetic body. One way to tap into healing through the energetic body is to use the chakras, the spiraling vortexes of…
Mindful Touch For Couples Exercise When it comes to sharing a life with your partner, it’s common to get lost in daily routines and forget about mindful touch. Mindful touch is an exercise that can…
Chakras are focal points of energy located in 7 different areas throughout the human body. The word chakra means “wheel” in Sanskrit, which typifies how energy comes into the body and is turned through…
Any time individuals feel body insecurity, hypersomnia, and other symptoms of depression, their sex life will most likely be affected. In most cases, if you’re not happy, you’re not horny. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can…
See and Be: A Mindful Communication Exercise is for couples who feel emotionally disconnected from one another. The longer couples are together, often the harder it is for each person to really see the…
Sensory Processing Disorder (Hyper Sensitivity) in Adults and Post COVID-19 What is Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)? A Sensory Processing Disorder is how your senses (Hear, Smell, Taste, Touch, & See) affects how your brain processes…
Chronic Illness Therapy and Chronic Pain Therapy in Philadelphia, PA, Ocean City NJ, Mechanicsville VA, Santa Fe NM This tip is for those grappling with chronic illness symptoms, like pain or gastrointestinal distress, and medical…
What are Meta-Emotions? We’ve all heard of emotions. But have you ever heard about meta-emotions? Mindfully noticing and addressing our meta-emotions can be a powerful tool to reduce suffering and relieve shame and guilt as…
Practicing Gratitude Practicing gratitude is important. It can be very easy to focus on the negatives in life. Our society is built so that we see problems and fix them, before moving onto the next…
Finding Meaning in Healing : Your Healing Journey You may be here, reading “Finding Meaning in Healing”, and or be in therapy, because something is just off. You may feel stuck, lost, impatient, worried…
Text Anxiety : Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville & Santa Fe Text anxiety occurs when you experience excess worry related to sending or receiving a text message. This can include feeling anxious after sending…
Ayurveda (A-yur-ved-a): India’s traditional medical system which is based on the idea of balance bodily systems for whole body health In my Ayurveda and Your Mental Health: An Introduction, we learned the different ways Ayurveda…
Feeling down? Depressed? Anxious? Angry with someone? Particularly lonely? Want to feel peaceful, joyful and connected to something larger? Well, there’s good news! There’s a Tibetan Buddhist practice called Tonglen that can help transform difficult…
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers a promising approach for individuals with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). FND is a complex condition characterized by neurological symptoms without a clear medical explanation, which can be distressing and…
Stuck in a Cycle of Pain: How to Get Unstuck from a Cycle of Unwanted Thoughts, Feelings, or Behaviors. Perhaps you found this tip because you Googled something like “Why do I feel this way.”…
Caring for the Caretaker: While On the Job: Nanny Edition We all know caring for the caretaker, or self-care for those in caretaking positions, can feel daunting. For a nanny, the line between work…
Therapy in Philadelphia - 10 Tips for adults with ADHD: ADHD Therapy in Philadelphia, PA, Mechanicsville VA, Ocean City NJ, Providence RI, Santa Fe NM 1) Consider an organizational specialist who can come to your…
Center for Growth / Couples Therapy & Marriage Counseling in Philadelphia, Pittsburg, Ocean City, Providence, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe: 5 ways to improve communication with your partner TODAY. Have you recently felt like you and…
7 Essential Steps to Making Change Real. The concept of change is an essential aspect of what it means to be human, whether it is our own personal goal for self-improvement, or the goal implemented…
Pet therapy, or Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) refers to the use of animals in therapy as part of the treatment process. Animal Assisted Therapy ( AAT ) attempts to improve a human’s physical, social, emotional…
Fighting Anxiety Through the Act of Giving Thanks - A Gratitude Tree - Anxiety is a disease of the negative mind. Many of those who suffer with anxiety struggle to see the positive side…
Grief & Loss Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe: Loss: Lost your job, your home, a loved one, a beloved pet? There are many forms of loss, and all are felt individually…
Understanding Your Partner's Limitations: Couples Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe No one is perfect. Everyone has their limitations. This concept of learning to accept your partner's limitation is especially important as we…
Advocating to Your Doctor About Possible Vaginismus Things just haven’t seemed right with sex. You find yourself avoiding or dreading penetration because you find it difficult, maybe even painful and uncomfortable. You’ve done the research…
Cognitive Therapy in Philadelphia: "All or Nothing Thinking" "All or nothing thinking" is commonly referred to as “black and white thinking.” This type of thinking is unrealistic, and limiting. "All or nothing thinking" limits…
Allowing ourselves to feel negative emotions is tough. Society is hyper focused on productivity: do whatever you need to do to get through the day. “Time is money. I should eat lunch at my desk…
Analingus, defined by Sex Therapy in Philadelphia is also known as rimming, anal-oral sex, is the act of kissing, licking and/or sliding one’s tongue in and out of another individual’s anus. The receiver usually experiences…
Anger / Anger Management Therapy in Philadelphia, Mechanicsville, Ocean City, Santa Fe Recently you've recognized that your anger is no longer manageable, and acting on your irritability seems like the only way you can cope…
The Center for Growth, Inc is proud to offer an Anger Management program for clients in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, New Mexico, Georgia, and Florida. This program was developed to help people who are at…
Anorexia And The Doctor: The doctor’s visit the doctor is an essential part of the treatment team with Anorexia. This doctor may also need to make appropriate referrals such as to an Endocrinologist and/or a…
Anorexia in Adolescents / Therapy in Philadelphia Ideally, adolescence is about the process of developing a healthy independence from parents, adjusting to the physical changes of puberty, and developing a personal identity. With Anorexia Nervosa…
Anorexia Nervosa: Is a psychological disorder characterized by an obsession to be thin and a distorted body image that drives people to be medically underweight. Criteria Used in Making a Diagnosis of Anorexia Nervosa:…
Anxiety can be defined as a heightened physical and psychological state wherein individuals often experience a myriad of uncomfortable symptoms such as rapid heart beat, rage, headaches, and hot flashes, brought on by the introduction…
Anxiety and Drug Use: Whether or not you have a predisposition to anxiety, it is important to understand how drug use plays a part in your mind and body connection. This goes beyond your typical…
Anxiety Attacks in the Workplace: You are in an important meeting at work when out of nowhere you begin to tremble. Your heart starts racing. You feel nauseated. A sense of confusion comes over you…
A client once told me that the one thing he would have liked to know prior to starting therapy is that “your unbiased opinion you’re paying for is still biased, the therapist has their…
Automatic negative thoughts and core beliefs are the two main roots of anxiety and depression. People who suffer from anxiety and depression, usually have a maladaptive thought process that is generalized and highly negative. They…
What is binge eating disorder criteria for a DSM diagnosis? Symptoms much occur for a minimum of six months.The individual does not engage in compensatory behavior such as purging, fasting, excessive exercise, laxative abuse and…
Building a gay, lesbian, bisexual network: therapy in philadelphia, ocean city, mechanicsville, santa fe. Do you feel isolated and alone? Are you confused about your sexuality? Or worry about how those around you will respond…
Bulimia Nervosa is a Psychological disorder characterized by preoccupation with body image and binge eating followed by some type of purging (e.g. laxative abuse, vomiting) in an attempt to compensate for the binge. The nature…
Postpartum Depression Therapy in Philadelphia: Prenatal and postpartum depression are considered to be a type of mood disorder. Prenatal depression and postpartum depression are caused by a combination of hormonal changes and life stressors. During…
Cognitive Therapy in Philadelphia: Changing All or Nothing Thinking How do I change ‘all or nothing thinking’? All-or-nothing thinking, also known as black-and-white thinking, is a type of cognitive bias that can lead to negative…
Job Satisfaction: Things To Think About Before Changing Careers Scenario 1 - changing careers So you start at a new job, maybe your first job in a real career. You fill in all the paperwork…
Choosing Spirituality: people often refer to ‘being called’ to their current spiritual path, or even to ‘finding a higher power’ in one place or another. One term denotes a sort of accidental approach to spirituality…
Coming out to biased parents: The realization and acceptance of one’s own sexuality is an exciting and anxiety-provoking journey. Initially you may want to tell every person you know that you are lesbian, gay, bisexual…
Couples Therapy / Marriage Counseling in Problems in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Santa Fe, Mechanicsville: ways for couples to communicate about solvable problems. This is for the couple that communicates fairly well most of the time…
Recognize and Deal with a Passive Aggressive Partner - Learning to Read Between the Lines How women can recognize and deal with a passive aggressive partner: While not everyone can say exactly what “passive…
Coping with Grief: every one of us will have to deal with loss at some time in our life. Losses come in many forms both large and small, such as loss of a job, a…
Are you and your partner in need of a up for a better understanding about the status of your relationship? We inspect our cars every year, but forget to reevaluate our relationships as time goes…
Couples Therapy in Philadelphia , Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe/ Couples & Money (for people with shared bank accounts) Now that you are married or in a long-term relationship, your significant other’s style of spending…
Are you and your partner considering couples therapy? One of the most important things to know is that you need to do work at home as well as in session. Couples therapy is designed to…
Creating a Collage to Cope with Grief Dealing with a loss of a loved one is tough work. Grieving involves a variety of different emotions such as sadness, anxiety, anger, despair, loneliness, etc. All of…
Critical Weight what does critical weight mean? Critical weight is the minimum weight a person needs to be for their body to maintain a minimal level of health. Critical weight may not be enough for…
Anxiety is the most common mental health issue in the United States, affected about 40 million people. If you struggle with anxiety, you are not alone. Help is available. Anxiety frequently leaves you feeling scared…
Center for Growth / Grief Therapy in Philadelphia - Denial: the stage of denial, like all other stages of grieving, effects different people in different ways. Some people experience almost no period of denial or…
Discovering Motivation to Change: Do you have a bad habit that you want to change? Do you find that no matter what you try, you keep falling back into the same patterns and doing the…
Dissecting Panic: Getting at the root of your anxiety Panic is a real and debilitating manifestation of underlying anxiety. Designed in our prehistoric ancestors to protect the race from extinction by inducing the proper response…
Eating Disorder Treatment Help Eating disorder feeling list: observe and recognize your feelings. Learn to build a vocabulary for your feelings. Are You Feeling? Sad Disappointed Defeated Frustrated Angry Tired Stuck Helpless Resentful Misunderstood Irritated…
Couples Counseling in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Santa Fe, Mechanicsville: Effective communication is essential in our relationships. Unfortunately, communicating effectively during disagreements can be easier said than done. A common complaint that is heard with couples…
Effects of drinking water on a diet: while staying hydrated is important, drinking too much water is unnecessary and can even be medically dangerous. Drinking too much water can cause the level of salt in…
Emotional Eating Quiz: to determine if you are an emotional eater, ask yourself the following questions * 1) Do you eat food instead of processing negative or overwhelming emotions?* 2) Do you frequently place other…
When we think of labor, we often associate it with the physical components; work, chores, and projects quickly come to mind. However, labor also involves the emotional realm, which often connects to our romantic relationships…
How do you know what you should expect out of marriage counseling? The tip, Expectations For Marriage Counseling, will help guide your expectations for marriage counseling regardless of the presenting issue you two are having…
Throughout the world, there are many taboos against anal stimulation. Yet, despite the sexual taboos, the sexual practice continues. Depending upon which static you read, 20%-50% of the population has dabbled in anal stimulation /…
Feeling like a team in your relationship. A concept often discussed in couples counseling at TCFG. A good relationship allows each person to feel supported, and that they and their partner are on the same…
Many people in Philadelphia are affected by fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness that causes widespread pain throughout the body, and often affects mental health. Depression and anxiety often accompany fibromyalgia and may worsen physical…
Therapy in Philadelphia: Finding motivation to change: Do you have a bad habit that you want to change? Do you find that no matter what you try, you keep falling back into the same patterns…
Gambling compulsion recovery tips Philly, Richmond, Ocean City, Santa Fe Acknowledge to yourself that you have a problem.Tell someone that you have a problem. Ideally this would be a friend or family member. If you…
Gambling addicts frequently also suffer from . . . People who suffer from a gambling problems may also have, or have experienced, Anxiety Disorders: Gambling can cause a person to develop anxiety. Suddenly they have…
You may associate the idea of grieving with a death. You may be thinking – a relationship or marriage is ending, but no one died. Why do I feel so bad? Do I have a…
The concept of healthy narcissism isn’t often talked about or even encouraged. When narcissism is discussed, it tends to be painted as something negative. You hear stories of narcissists being self-involved, grandiose, and very critical…
What do you mean by a healthy snack? a healthy snack is smaller and ideally less calories than a meal. The portion size and nutrition content will vary from person to person depending upon the…
What is a healthy weight? generally speaking, you want to maintain a weight that falls within the ‘healthy weight range’ according to the BMI index. It is important to remember that your goal weight should…
Help with Herpes: A Support Group Now Forming * Do you or your partner have genital herpes? * Are you worried about the emotional, physical and sexual impact of herpes?* Do you feel tainted? Afraid…
How common is Bulimia Nervosa? Bulimia affects 1% to 4% of the population. It is more common than Anorexia but usually more difficult for friends and family to detect. Approximately 1% to 3% of middle…
How common is obesity and what exactly does that term mean? Obesity affects between 5% and 10% of the population. Obesity means that a person is at least 20% or more above their ideal…
How do I find my spirituality: discovering one’s personal spiritual path is a moving, important experience. Today’s climate of tolerance makes the necessary resources available to you in your quest to unearth your spiritual preferences…
How to Come Out to Members of Your Family: The mere thought of sharing with your family that you are questioning your sexual orientation can be anxiety producing. You have no way of knowing how…
Now that we’ve answered the question, “What is a narcissist,” let’s get specific about ways to manage these interactions on a regular basis. Below are several practical strategies to disarm a narcissist. Interacting with someone…
How To Keep The Romance Alive After Kids: Couples Counseling in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Santa Fe, Mechanicsville: The power of an infant’s smile, coo, or laughter is unimaginable. Some people report feeling an overwhelming, primal…
Showing Your Lover You Care with Actions: How To Nurture Your Relationship Are you and your partner struggling with intimacy? Do you find you and your partner often argue about tasks being incomplete, or needs…
How to share your shame in therapy: Shame therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Santa Fe, Mechanicsville Shame can come when we least expect it and wear on us. If we cannot talk about our shame…
How To Survive A Wedding With Your Narcissistic Family Member: Personality Disorder Therapy and Counseling Services in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville Wedding season is upon us. Weddings can be fun - a time to gather…
Stress Therapy in Philadelphia: “What is Critical Incident Stress?” Jeffery Mitchell of the University of Maryland, developed the term critical incident stress (CIS) after working with firemen/firewomen and police officers. He defined critical incidents…
Identifying Your Boundaries: Boundaries are “guidelines, rules or limits that a person creates to identify for him- or herself that are reasonable, safe and permissible ways for other people to behave around him or her…
Couples Counseling / Marriage Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe Improving Relationships - Requires Taking Action depending on the severity of the imbalance in your relationship, you may want to seek help from…
In the mind of someone with anorexia: people with Anorexia often report the illness give them an identity, a sense of pride, and a feeling that they are unique… In my own sessions providing counseling…
Internet Compulsive Behavior is just that. It is a compulsive use of and / or dependence on the Internet Signs of an Internet Compulsion: * More time with online friends than with real friends* Online…
JOB-HUNT SLUMPJob Search Got You Down? Here’s How to Keep Your Head Up Getting started in a new career can be tough. Job searching often means a lot of grunt work wading through lists of…
Center for Growth / Anxiety and Panic Disorder Treatment in Santa Fe, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Philadelphia - Knowing When It’s More Than Worry We all feel nervous sometimes – before speaking in public, when getting…
Loving a narcissist Narcissistic individuals are great at drawing people in. They are so great in fact, that it’s pretty easy for anyone to fall in love with a narcissist. Narcissists can be a blast…
MAJOR DEPRESSION (Sometimes referred to as clinical depression) * Symptoms will be present for a minimum of two weeks.* For a diagnosis of major depression, one of the five symptoms must include either depressed mood…
THERAPY & COUNSELING IN PHILADELPHIA, OCEAN CITY, SANTA FE, MECHANICSVILLE AFTER GRADUATIONMaking the Transition from College to Career So you’re coming into the home stretch of your senior year at college, and the list of…
Center for Growth / Anorexia Therapy in Philadelphia, Mechanicsville, Ocean City, Santa Fe Males with Anorexia Nervosa: Approximately 5 % to 10 % of people with Anorexia are male. Unfortunately, there is currently not a…
Anxiety sits at an uncomfortable intersection of two thoughts: that something is wrong, and that we can and should correct it. Anxiety keeps us focused on the future and the past: we replay over and…
The goal of medication for Adult ADHD is to reduce hyperactivity, increase attention and the ability to focus, and to reduce impulsive behaviors. Stimulant medication is generally the most effective medication for the treatment of…
Center for Growth / Seasonal Affective Disorder Therapy in Philadelphia, Providence, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe Mental Health Care and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Do you find yourself becoming tired, or irritable during the winter…
Multicultural Competence with Clients: If you’re a psychologist, marriage counselor, social worker, psychiatrist or clinical therapist, it’s important to have a level of multicultural competence with clients, as it allows you to understand your background…
Narcissism and Shame (therapy in philadelphia, ocean city, mechanicsville, santa fe) Narcissism and shame go hand in hand in so many ways. Narcissists carry a LOT of shame. From mistakes made in the past, fear…
Narcissism: Common Thought Patterns: Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe Narcissism is beyond the notion that one is “vain”. The personality Narcissism Disorder often develops from childhood experiences that create thought patterns, or…
Narcissism: The concerns and pitfalls : Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe We have all been in contact with a narcissist. Whether you’ve been around a person who insists on being the center…
Emotional labor is something that we do every day, yet rarely pay attention to. Acting understanding to a demanding boss, being friendly to rude customers, and being patient with stressful kids are all examples. Though…
Obesity affects between 5% and 10% of the population. The rate is rising. Obesity means that a person has a bmi (body mass index) of 30 or above. People within this category may have higher…
Parenting your ADHD Child ADHD Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, and Santa Fe: When your child receives a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or its quieter cousin, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) you…
One of the most common contributors to Erection Dysfunction is anxiety. Anxiety from relationship stress, pressure at work, financial duress or any number of things can show up in your sex life, getting in between…
The Personality Profiles often associated with Anorexia Nervosa While Anorexia Nervosa can affect anyone, eighty percent of all people suffering from Anorexia Nervosa are females between the ages of 12 and 30. Approximately, ninety to…
Pet therapy: Casey’s Depression What people don’t know about depression is that a lot of times there is no reason for the unhappiness; there doesn’t need to have been a traumatic experience to feel depression…
Center for Growth / Anxiety Treatment Developing a plan of action for reducing anxiety. One of the best ways for reducing anxiety is to be prepared for the sensation of anxiety. To be prepared…
Practical Spirituality: Identifying the spiritual element in everyday life When we think of spirituality, we conjure images of fantastical settings and beings, gilded halls of religious worship containing exotic artifacts, studied and eccentric holy men…
Preventing Panic Attacks: Anxiety Scale Many people with anxiety can describe exactly what a panic attack feels like. Your heart feels like it’s racing a million beats per minute, you can’t get enough air, you…
What does PTSD stand for? PTSD stands for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Who gets PTSD?Anyone who has been exposed to trauma could possibly develop PTSD. It is estimated that of people who experience trauma, a…
Redirecting your post wedding day blues: Many newlyweds can recall the many bits of advice they received leading up to the wedding day, “Enjoy every moment, the day goes by in a flash,” “Don’t sweat…
Replacing Triggers: Focusing on Anti-Anxiety Alerts Anxiety triggers are key circumstances that engage the anxiety response. Some people may find that crowds trigger their anxiety. Others may discover that deadlines, office meetings, or even certain…
Couples Therapy in Philadelphia : Fair Fighting Techniques - Resolving an argument Successfully resolving an argument requires: Bringing the issue up in the moment. By stating what is happening in the moment, gives both…
Resting metabolic rate (RMR): The minimum calorie requirement of a person at rest.OUR GUARANTEE: you deserve the best therapist. If you don't feel like the therapist that you met with was the right fit, then…
Prenatal depression is a type of depression that occurs during pregnancy. It can cause symptoms such as sadness, anxiety, fatigue, and difficulty bonding with the unborn baby. Risk Factors for Prenatal Depression & Postpartum Depression…
Ritual Spirituality: Tools for Positive Change Spirituality is mystifying to many because of its unseen qualities. That something so abstract could carry such a profound affect on the human psyche makes the spiritual quest both…
America’s dysfunctions are the highlights of the news. Candidates pointed their fingers at their opponent(s). They dodged answering important questions and continuously displayed reactivity. Therapists teach their clients to grow out of the maladaptive behavior…
Sex compulsion and shame When it comes to sex compulsion, shame plays a significant role. Shame is a primary drive and trigger in sex compulsion, from having shame and guilt for the sexual acting…
Sexual Trauma and Shame: Trauma Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Santa Fe, Mechanicsville There are many aspects of shame that can develop for a survivor of sexual trauma. Here at the Center for Growth in…
Couples Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Santa Fe, Mechanicsville : Shacking up: We decided to move in together, now what? So the two of you sat down, had the painful discussions as recommended in the…
Signs and Symptoms of Giving Too Much: a power imbalance in a relationship does not mean that your partner is being overly demanding or abusive! When a relationship goes from balanced to imbalanced, it is…
Center for Growth /Stress Therapy in Philadelphia Stress is a condition that occurs in response to actual or anticipated difficulties in life. The psychological signs and symptoms of stress: The tendency to worry too…
Skin picking is considered a Body-Focused Repetitive Behavior Disorder which effects up to 5% of the population. Examples of skin picking include, but are not limited to: picking acne or scabs, scratching itchy skin until…
Binge Eating Disorder Treatment in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Providence, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe: Sleep and Binge Eating: In the U.S., the prevalence of obesity across the board—men, women, all age groups, income levels and ethnicities—is…
Space for Emotional Availability: There are two kinds of “space” one has in this world. The space that a person has in their own head, and the space that a person takes up within their…
Speaking Up: men and women have been equal in modern America for several decades. They can work the same jobs, take the same roles in military and politics, and they have the same rights in…
Spiritual Connection: one of the primary benefits of pursuing a spiritual path is the feeling of ‘connectedness’ that often follows as a result. Human beings are innately social creatures. We long for touch, social stimulation…
Spirituality As My Moral Compass: morality is the set of standards by which we deem something, particularly conduct or behavior, good or bad. Morals, our personal principles in regard to ethical living, derive from many…
Center for Growth / Anxiety Treatment in Philadelphia- Staging Anxiety to Uncover Your Triggers: anxiety can be a debilitating diagnosis for many of its victims. Often, it feels as though it strikes without warning, leaving…
Strategies for New Moms to Survive the First Few Weeks After Delivery: during the first few weeks after delivery you might feel overwhelmed, exhausted, scared, sad, tired, happy, thrilled, energized and / or elated. It…
Stress: everyone has their own definition of stress. For a young mother at home with her children it may be when everyone is crying at the same time. For a commuter who is already late…
Stress Management Techniques: dealing with stress might seem like a battle that you can never win, but you can learn how to manage the stress in your life. Stress left untreated can get worse. Here…
Play Therapy in Center City Philadelphia: There are many reasons for seeking play therapy for your child. Every parent has his or her own specific set of reasons. Regardless of how and why you made…
Is there a certain personality profile associated with people who are Anorexic? Yes there is. Low novelty seeking: This indicates that a person does not have a desire to seek out new experiences. They are…
Classically, therapists believed there were 5 stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. These stages of grief comprise a lifetime process, and are not an end in themselves. Each stage may reoccur throughout…
Therapy in Philadelphia: The Deceptive Behaviors of Anorexia - remember these behaviors are not acceptable but they are part of the illness. Separate the illness from how you love the person suffering from Anorexia. …
The Gifts of Shame Shame Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Santa Fe, Mechanicsville Shame tends to be viewed as this negative emotion that we shouldn’t talk about, let alone experience. Very seldom do people talk…
The Power of Compliments: compliments can become few and far between in relationships, and worse, the compliments can often become stale or too general. As nice as it is to hear someone say, “You look…
Center for Growth / Grief Therapy in Philadelphia, Providence, Ocean City, Mechanicsville The power of rituals when grieving: How to Honor a Loved One’s Memory Whether you lost a loved one a few months ago…
Center for Growth / Self Esteem Therapy in Philadelphia, Providence, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe: Increasing confidence and self esteem. Self esteem is a measure of how favorable you rate your abilities and value as…
Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa -what to expect: Treatment of the client with Anorexia usually requires close attention to medical, psychiatric, and nutritional components of the disease. If someone has Anorexia, their therapist should be…
Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa in Philadelphia / Center for growth WHAT IS TREATMENT LIKE FOR ANOREXIA NERVOSA? Treatment of the client with Anorexia usually requires close attention to medical, psychiatric, and nutritional components of the…
Set yourselves up for cohabitating success by addressing the issues discussed in How to Move in with Your Lover*. This tip is about the common couple types to help you create the cohabitating relationship you…
Each year, thousands of Americans are diagnosed with hypermobility syndromes, including Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, joint hypermobility syndrome, and Marfan syndrome. These conditions are chronic illnesses; although the symptoms can be treated and the syndromes can be…
Pregnancy and Postpartum Therapy in Philadelphia , Ocean City, Santa Fe, Mechanicsville: Ways to Handle Unwanted Advice During pregnancy, you might have noticed that random strangers started smiling more at you. The majority of people…
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and many couples will begin the conversation about how will they celebrate this year, (or at least every couples therapist will tell you they should). There are many…
Anxiety Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Santa Fe, Mechanicsville : Visualization Technique Part One: visualization and imagery are powerful weapons in the arsenal against anxiety. Whether guided by a therapist at the Center for Growth…
Center for Growth / Anxiety Therapy in Philadelphia, ocean city, mechanicsville, santa fe Visualization Technique Part II Learning the power of visualization and guided imagery through the construction of a safe place is key to…
Self-Esteem Therapy Philadelphia Ways to improve self esteem: Each day take a few minutes and tell yourself that you are important. Remind yourself that no one is perfect. Everyone is a work in progress. People…
Center for Growth / Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment in Philadelphia: Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a subcategory of general Personality Disorders. A personality disorder is a psychological disorder that is marked by a long-standing pattern…
What is a doula: A Doula is a coach to support parents-to-be during this transitionary period of labor & delivery as well as the few first few days after the baby is born. A doula…
What is a narcissist? Personality Disorder Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville (as opposed to a healthy narcissist) WHAT The term “narcissism” is often thrown around as a synonym for someone who is self-absorbed. While…
Panic Attack Treatment in Philadelphia What is a panic attack: Panic attacks can be devastating for the people suffering from them and mystifying for their friends and loved ones. Although they are different…
Anxiety Treatment in Philadelphia What is Anxiety: suddenly you’re overcome with an intense fear or sense of gloom. You feel as though you want to run, but don’t know why. You’re restless, unable…
Center for Growth / Codependency Therapy in Philadelphia, Santa Fe, Ocean City, Mechanicsville: Codependency This tip is to provide you with the typical characteristics of people who struggle with codependency, a brief history of the…
Center for Growth / Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Philadelphia, Santa Fe, Ocean City, Mechanicsville Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a prominent evidence-based therapeutic process developed by Aaron Beck in the 1960s. CBT is a form…
What is Trauma? From a trauma counseling therapist’s perspective, trauma is defined as a deeply disturbing experience, which can be sexual, physical and / or emotional. Here at the Center for Growth in Philadelphia, we…
Authentic self means: Being your true authentic self means what you say in life aligns with what your actions. Your authentic self goes beyond what you do for a living, what possessions you own, or…
What stage of the problem are you in? Pre-contemplation (what stage of the problem) You do not believe that there is an actual problem. Thus, you are not ready to consider the idea that…
For men who want to learn more ways to touch themselves and experience pleasure without ever engaging sex therapy: People have an amazing ability to feel pleasure based off of touch alone. Touching yourself is…
My Doctor states that I am overweight. Will I gain or lose weight in recovery? During the process of recovering from Bulimia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder some people lose weight and others gain…
Will this relationship last? Relationship and Marital Problems: The answer is simple, it all depends upon how determined each individual is to make the relationship work. If two people want to make the relationship last…
Grief Therapy in Philadelphia - Working Towards Healing After a Loss developing a plan of action First and foremost, acknowledge your loss. Recognize that your life, your activities, your relationship with the person…
The Center for Growth Offers Trauma Counseling in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe, Providence If you’re questioning whether you might have PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), this tip can be helpful in identifying the type…
Do you struggle with your body image? Do you feel out of touch with your sexuality? These concerns are common for women throughout their lifespan. Body image is defined as one's thoughts and feelings about…
How to support a partner with anxiety Relationships can be difficult at times, especially when an anxiety disorder is added to the mix. Living in constant fear is not fun, but anxiety not only affects…
Mother's day is just around the corner, and no doubt you've seen a growing number of ads on social media inviting families to "celebrate" the special mothers in their lives through a variety of ways…
It's been said that the intensity of your grief is equal to the intensity of your love. Therefore, it's no surprise that grief hits all of us a little differently, and there's no one true…
Overcoming negativity bias is far more complicated than most people imagine. Though we often split the world into optimists and pessimists, the reality is our brains are hypervigilant to threats; therefore, we inherently have a…
What's in a Name? Deciding whether to Name the Baby You Lost. I've known, unfortunately, many women who lost babies during various stages of pregnancy. I've walked beside them as they struggled to make meaning…
VIRTUAL REALITY: AT THE FOREFRONT OF TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCES WITH 3D SIMULATIONS TO TREAT MENTAL DISORDERS The Center for Growth offers Virtual Reality (VR) as one of their innovative services for mental health with the aim…
Our prefrontal cortex is one of our greatest developmental achievements and challenges. On the one hand, it allows us to perform complex executive functions (e.g., problem solving, judgement, memory, impulse control, etc.); on the other…
Resolving Shame: Shame Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe What exactly is shame? Shame is the feeling that results from how we negatively judge ourselves about an action we did. Actions that create…
You read the tip on mismatched differentiation for those who feel healthier in their relationships. Now, what do you do about it? How do you fix something that takes two of you? You are in…
Coping with Babyloss during the Holidays: It's a magical time of year: snow may be beginning to fall, ornaments are hanging delicately from Christmas trees, and decorations appear across neighborhood lawns. Maybe you've begun to…
Winter can be a stressful time of year. Between weather changes, the holiday shopping frenzy, and deciding which relatives to visit first, you may feel the tension building already. For many, winter also brings an…
Codependent Couples: Couples Counseling in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe How to Heal from being Codependent on your Partner Codependency, a popular buzz-word today in many social circles, is still often misunderstood in relationships…
One of the most common communication issues I see in my couples’ sessions are difficulty with successful requests, or self-sabotaging requests. What do I mean by this? Often when we really need something from our…
Losing anyone you love is difficult. But losing an affair partner is difficult and complicated. This is because you may be excluded from normal mourning activities and rituals, and may not be able to reach…
Marina France Resume Center for Growth May 2019-PresentTherapist and Manager of Quality Assurance Provide weekly individual and couples therapy, drawing upon relational, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques to tailor treatment to specific client and…
After the loss of a much-wanted pregnancy, the last thing on your mind may be creativity, and that's understandable. The early days of grief feel so very physical, and that's because there is a large…
How Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Can Impact Your Mental Health Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a chronic health condition characterized by hormonal imbalance in people with ovaries. It can also, but not always, include cysts…
Asking For Help: Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe Asking for help may seem easy for some and difficult for others. Usually it is not asking for help itself that is the issue…
Couples: Talking about money can be really hard - it’s a subject that’s as taboo (if not more) than sex. Everyone is raised with different attitudes towards money, and they carry these values and expectations…
Whether it be a discussion among close friends or your significant other, moving toward emotional availability may sound easy, but it can be very difficult to be emotionally available to another person, especially your…
Choosing to have an abortion is never easy. Many difficult considerations come into play, and the decision is never taken lightly. However, in the aftermath of abortion, you may find yourself encountering others who have…
Being in therapy can be a wonderful experience. You have the opportunity to increase your insight, sharpen your emotional intelligence, and resolve maladaptive habits. However, despite the many merits of therapy, there are some…
Beat Anxiety and Worry; As a human being, chances are that you have a lot of first-hand experience of worry and anxiety, and you might even identify as someone with especially high anxiety or stress…
As we move into Philadelphia’s 2nd week of self-isolation, it’s normal to feel anxious. Information about COVD-19 is continually updating, normal routines have been shifted, and in-person social support systems have been disrupted. It’s hard…
Though it first emerged and made headlines at the end of last year in China, COVID-19 has been formally impacting our way of life in the United States for well over two months. Current statistics…
Codependency Therapy: the boundary circle is a journaling exercise for anyone struggling to set boundaries in their interpersonal relationships. This is an exercise frequently used in codependency therapy. Boundaries by definition are guidelines, rules or…
Perhaps you and your partner have decided you’re going to try some new kinky activities in the bedroom buuuuuuut you’re not really sure what you and your partner are willing to try together. You know…
The term “quality time” in couples counseling is a commonly used phrase in the context of a close relationship, but most notably romantic relationships. This phrase sometimes has feelings attached to it that could…
There are so many painful decisions involved from the moment you learn your baby is facing a life-limiting illness, or serious anomaly. With very little time to spare, parents are forced to determine if…
If we all had our way, parents would have total control over when and how they get pregnant: minimal trying, minimal effort, and an easy pregnancy journey. Unfortunately, this is not the reality. Sometimes…
Sometimes, getting pregnant again after babyloss is just the tip of the iceberg, and instead of feeling relief after seeing a positive test result, many loss parents feel dread. Though they wanted and hoped…
As the sun begins to set earlier in the colder months, you may find yourself feeling bummed more than usual. This feeling can be referred to as “winter blues” but is most commonly defined as…
Finding out that you’re pregnant can feel very scary. Even if you had been hoping for a child, whether now or at some point in the future, it is common to experience some amount of…
Do you often find yourself worrying about events in the future? And not just worrying a little, sometimes worry that can get so big it stops you from wanting or being able to do anything…
Are You Minding Your Food? Mindfulness seems to be one of the new buzz words. If you google it or search in YouTube you’ll find tons of corresponding sites. Most people attribute it to breathing…
Build Stability With Morning Routines: How Therapy Can Help Our lives can feel unpredictable, with change-- both expected and unexpected-- threatening to shake our foundation at any moment. Each one of us can build more…
Do you have a hard time calming down once your body is in high gear, whether it be from stress, fear, or excitement? Do breathing exercises not really seem to work for you? In order…
Shifting Gender Identity: Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechancsville, Santa Fe Do you feel your gender pulling you in a new direction lately? Sometimes it moves around and is hard to catch, pin down, and…
Spot Love Bombing In Action: Are you being love-bombed? New relationships are often full of excitement, anxiety, romance, confusion, surprises, and fun. In the midst of such strong feelings, it can be very difficult to…
Self-Care For Teens (Teen Therapy in Philadelphia, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe, Ocean CIty) Self-care is a phrase that is thrown around a lot, what does it really mean? Self-care for teens can be especially confusing, because…
What is Love Bombing? Narcissistic Abuse Therapy Recovery in Philadelphia PA, Mechanicsville VA, Ocean City NJ, Santa Fe NM Love bombing is a form of manipulation that occurs in the beginning stages of a relationship…
What is Trauma? Words like traumatic, triggered, and dysregulated have become more common in day to day talk. This can be especially true if you follow self help influencers on social media as part of…
Covert Narcissism- What Makes it so Tricky to Identify Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe When someone talks about narcissism or describes someone as a narcissist, there is a good chance that many…
So you graduated high school and have been accepted into university as a first year, now what? You are venturing into the unknown and plan to move to a new state that you will spend…
Boundaries get a lot of attention these days, for good reason. Boundaries are what separate you from others. Not physically or permanently, but boundaries are the invisible representations that differentiate you from any and everyone…
Living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) can feel confusing and scary. There are not always clear answers and it may feel difficult to get the support you need from health care providers or loved ones…
Diagnosed with Parkinson’s What is Parkinson’s Disease? In the United States alone, over 200,000 individuals are diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease every year. Parkinson’s Disease affects the individual’s nervous system. Parkinson’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder…
Parentified during childhood. What does the term “Parentified” mean? Being parentified means being forced or put into the position of a parent by your caregiver even though you are a child. The child is usually…
EMDR is a type of therapy that can help individuals who have had past traumatic experiences. Traumatic experiences are challenging to address and can create significant distress. Tolerating distress in EMDR Therapy is an important…
What to expect in your first clinical counseling internship . . . “Oh my goodness, congratulations!!!” “I KNEW YOU’D GET IT! WOO-HOOO” “I’m so proud of you, you’re going to kill it!” Your phone buzzes…
Child and Adolescent Therapy in Philadelphia SOCIAL MEDIA CONVERSATIONS TO HAVE WITH YOUR CHILD If you are a parent of a millennial or younger, you have the pleasure of being forced into the electronic universe…
Daughters of Narcissist Mothers: Do you suspect that your mother might be a narcissist? Are you looking back at an unpleasant encounter from the past weekend with your mom that left you rattled and frustrated…
Defining Food Morality Every food serves a different nutritional purpose for us. Foods fuel our bodies through different nutrients. Eating a wide range of foods helps us naturally get many nutrients that keep our body…
When was the last time you got your hands the soil-kind-of-dirty? For gardeners, farmers, and all around dirt enthusiasts, this answer could be as recent as today. For most of us it turns out, the…
What is DARVO? (Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville & Santa Fe) A specific type of communication pattern that creates challenges in relationships is a pattern known as DARVO. While DARVO is an odd name…
Holiday Survival Guide: Politics / Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville & Santa Fe The holidays are an interesting time. The holidays can bring joy, grief, loneliness, thankfulness, and pretty much every other emotion. For…
Recognizing emotions after being parentified: Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville. If you were parentified as a child, you might have been used to being parent-like during childhood and bearing major responsibilities atypical for your…
Blended Families With Teenage Children: Therapy in Philadelphia, Ocean City, Mechanicsville, Santa Fe Over the course of history the concept of family has greatly reconfigured itself. A large percentage of people have children from previous…
The Impact of Internal Beliefs and External Perceptions of Filipino-Americans in Determining Access to Mental Health Filipino American Mental Health: Research Paper Topic To understand the need for mental health services among Filipino-Americans and identify…
At some point in the course of your life, you have probably heard someone say, “Just trust yourself.” While we may agree this is a good idea, it can be hard to understand and even…
9% of the population is affected by eating disorders. You are not alone. It is common for eating disorders to develop in teenage years through young adulthood. After realizing you may have an eating…
When was the last time you (or your partner) proudly smashed things in the name of anger? Often, this is a concept driven far from the realm of relationship repair, but I urge you to…
Social Media Overload Whether it’s Tik Tok, Instagram, YouTube or any other popular social media websites, if you have a teenager, more than likely they are deeply engaged with their social media family as you…
Anxiety Around Eating in Public Eating with other people can serve as a connection with others in our life. Eating in public is not always the easiest for everyone however. Some of us experience anxiety…
Journal Prompts for Building Confidence and Creating Change with a Growth Mindset: Self Esteem Therapy in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and VirginiaImagine someone asked you, “How was your day today?” What would you say? What would…
As a man, asking yourself for consent before engaging in sexual activity with others can be a helpful step in reducing male sexual dysfunction, such as erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. By checking in with…
What does it mean to be non-binary? Someone who identifies their gender as “non-binary” is someone who feels their gender doesn’t align with the traditional notion of binary gender – man and woman – that…
Sharing your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with others is one of the most fulfilling ways to establish closeness, intimacy, and safety in a relationship. But when your emotions are dismissed, belittled, or questioned, that…
“Do you feel safe at home?” It has become commonplace to hear this question in a variety of healthcare settings, and it is a common question now to be asked when visiting your doctor’s office…
Deciding to take care of an aging parent for some is the ultimate act of love. It is a thankless way to show gratitude to your parent(s) for bringing you into this world and raising…
For men who struggle with both an avoidant attachment style and compulsive sexual issues, emotionally focused therapy (EFT) can be a beneficial approach. Avoidant attachment is a pattern of behavior where individuals avoid emotional closeness…
In the vast realm of human psychology, defense mechanisms play a crucial role in safeguarding our mental well-being. These mechanisms, operating beneath our awareness, act as psychological shields that help us navigate distressing emotions, conflicting…
Understanding your Hair Pulling Patterns: A hair pulling self-help monitoring tool: Treatment for Trichotillomania Have you ever caught yourself mindlessly pulling at your hair? Maybe you're scrolling through your phone or watching Netflix…
Radical Self-Care Therapy It can be difficult to find a self-care practice that works and has long-lasting results. Looking online for answers, it’s almost impossible to ignore the ads of the latest “mango sugar body…
For many people, family is where life begins, and family provides the first group of people attending to your physical and emotional needs. Your parent or parents or step-parents, siblings, immediate kin, grandparents, and aunts…
Therapy for Loneliness: Loneliness, a deeply human emotion, can make us feel disconnected even in the company of others. Similar to grief, it doesn't always fit into neat categories or follow a straightforward path. Understanding…
Compassion-Focused Therapy: Creating a Safe Place Exercise Today we are going to be talking about an exercise called “Creating a Safe Place.” This isn’t about going to a physical space, but rather it’s about creating…
How Do I Know if My Boundaries Are Being Respected or Violated? Our feelings act as our internal alarm system. At their core, alarms are a mechanism that alert us to distress or danger. Feelings…
We’ve all heard the word “boundaries.” Boundaries are a popular buzzword that have crossed from mental health and psychology circles into the mainstream. Boundaries are one of the most important gifts we can give ourselves…
Are you and your partner thinking about opening up your relationship but aren’t sure where to start? Jumping in head first without discussing boundaries, needs, expectations, and logistics might sound fun and exciting, or terrifying…
How to Navigate Stress as a Queer Teenager Navigating personal relationships as a teenager can be hard. Classes, friends, and extra curricular activities can be overwhelming on their own. As a queer identifying teenager…
Why does my partner hurt me? Why do I hurt my partner? Okay, so your romantic relationship is totally fricked. Or! It’s been on the fritz lately. Or! It’s going well, but you want it…
Hack Your Nervous System: Understand Your Body’s Response to Threats and Change It You’re getting ready to give a big speech and you feel your heart start to race. You’re driving down the road and…
Whether you are single or in a committed relationship, assessing sexual boundaries and preferences can be difficult. Our awareness of our own individual sexuality can vary greatly based on our upbringing, education, experiences, communication, and…
If you’re someone who lives with depression, you might find that caring for your basic needs can become very difficult during your depressive episodes. Essential and routine tasks like eating, bathing, and getting dressed every…
So, you just found out that you or your partner is pregnant! Congratulations.
As you enter this new stage of life, we created a series of questions for you and your partner …
Finding Social Support as a Queer Teenager Community support is a key factor in managing stress. A community can be anything you make it- a few friends from school, trusted family members, or extracurricular group…
Recognizing when we have a boundary is challenging. Speaking our boundaries into existence can feel terrifying, especially when we have no idea how the other person is going to respond. While sexual boundaries may feel…
Therapy Hangovers Alcohol hangovers are the result of dehydration and electrolyte Imbalance. Alcohol is a diuretic, meaning it pulls out water in the form of excess urination which will create an electrolyte imbalance. Therapy…
Exploring Non-Binary Identity in Therapy: What to Expect Starting to explore your non-binary identity in therapy can be nerve-racking. You may be asking yourself questions like, “What should I expect? What should I be looking…
Exposure Therapy for Social Anxiety Many people struggle with social anxiety. It’s like having a tiny critic in your mind who will criticize and scrutinize you when you’re in social situations. It can make small…
Practicing Body Neutrality: A Path to Self-Acceptance What is Body Neutrality? In a world saturated with images of unattainable beauty standards and societal pressures to achieve the "perfect" body, many individuals find themselves trapped…
Changing Your Name as a Trans/Nonbinary Person The choice of changing your name as a trans/nonbinary person is a deeply personal decision for individuals seeking a name that better reflects their true identity. Names are…
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an effective way to help manage Functional Neurological Disorders (FND). FND is a condition in which there is a malfunction in the way the brain receives and processes information to…
You may have heard of limerence in passing, or it may be a new concept for you. The term itself, coined by psychologist Dorothy Tennov, Ph.D., is described as intense, overwhelming feelings of infatuation for…
Mental Health Therapy for Seniors
Are you a senior looking for mental health therapy? Are you unsure of what happens in therapy? Do you worry the therapy is not going to equate to …
Non-monogamous relationships offer individuals the opportunity to explore love, intimacy, and connection in ways that diverge from traditional monogamous norms. If you have recently opened up your monogamous relationship to include other sexual and/or romantic…
Gender dysphoria is a complex and deeply personal experience that affects individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. Understanding this condition, its treatment options, and strategies for managing it…
