What do you think of when you hear the term exposure therapy? Maybe you've never heard it before and it just sounds scary. Or maybe you have heard about it and you picture a claustrophobic person being forced to get in an elevator. Let's explore what it really is and clear up some misconceptions.

Chronic pain is one of the most common health issues in the United States, and it can have a negative impact on your mental health. Many people experiencing chronic pain don't seek help for the mental health component, but there are effective treatments and support available. Understanding how your experience of persistent pain might affect your moods and emotions can be an important part of an integrative treatment approach.

We've all heard the horror stories about social media: how it can make us feel bad about ourselves and our lives, how it might be ruining our relationships, and how it contributes to depression and anxiety. While those sentiments all have some truth, let’s not forget that we can also use social media to our advantage. There are ways in which social media can work for— not against— your mental health. 

Have you been curious about trying EMDR? EMDR therapy is a treatment for trauma and PTSD, and is sometimes used for other issues as well. It has been well-studied and shown to be effective. This article will go over how EMDR can be done via telehealth.

“You are so mature for your age” isn’t always a compliment. Some children are put in situations in which they have no choice but to grow up fast. This is sometimes referred to as parentification and has lasting impacts following the child into adulthood. 

Social anxiety is a common condition that can make you feel like an outsider, but you are not alone. It can cause a lot of distress in your life, but it's also treatable and manageable. This article will give you some tips for managing social anxiety and living a more comfortable life.

You may be wondering if you have a problem with substance use. You're asking yourself if it's time to cut down or stop using substances altogether. These are good questions! There's no shame in asking for help and there is no one-size-fits-all answer to your question. In order for us to answer these questions we must first define what a problem with substance use is, then we can get into whether or not you might consider getting help.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's thought to be caused primarily by the lack of sunlight during certain times of year. It can affect anyone but is most common in people with a history of mood disorders. One way to tell if you're experiencing SAD is if your symptoms are worse in winter months than other times during the year

It’s hard to know what kind of therapist will be good for you. There are many factors to consider. This guide will help you determine what to look for in your therapist search.

Wondering if therapy works? Or maybe you've heard it works and you're wondering how and why. Here are some common questions about therapy and what you can expect when starting this journey:

As January gets underway, you may be inclined to make some New Year's Resolutions. This is a common time for reflection and goal setting; but it’s no secret that more people make resolutions than actually stick to them. If you're looking for sustainable ways to achieve your goals, it's important to avoid unrealistic expectations and perfectionism. In this blog post, we'll explain how you can make your New Year's resolutions more sustainable.

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health issues in the world. However, it can be incredibly difficult to manage. In this post we'll share some tips for managing your anxiety using mindfulness techniques that can help you learn to manage anxious thoughts and feelings so that you can live a more fulfilling life!

Have you ever heard someone use the term "inner child" and wondered what it meant? In this guide, we'll explore what an inner child is, how we can use it to our advantage, and how therapists can help with inner child work.

Hallmark tells us that the holiday season is full of cheer. This is certainly true for some of us, but for others, the holiday season may trigger discomfort and difficult feelings. Some of the holiday stressors that contribute to these feelings include extended time with family, financial stress, an emphasis on food, and the reminder that some of our loved ones are no longer with us. Keep reading for some tips and tricks this holiday season!

Have you ever responded negatively to a situation and just thought “why is this affecting me so strongly?” Or maybe you’ve had trouble breaking a habit or changing a behavior. You might have low self-esteem and constantly beat yourself up, or maybe you can’t seem to shake the anxiety and depression that have been causing you suffering. At the root of all these things might be negative core beliefs.

Whether you're feeling down in the dumps or just looking to improve your mental health, gratitude is a powerful tool that can help you feel better and live a more fulfilling life. In this article we'll discuss how to develop a daily gratitude practice, how it works and what the benefits are.

Setting boundaries is an important skill to learn that helps with mental health and wellness, and allows you to maintain a healthy relationship with other people. Setting boundaries means that you express your thoughts and feelings clearly, while respecting the thoughts and feelings of others. In this post, I'll cover how to set boundaries with friends, family members, coworkers, and more!

What's the best way to treat anxiety? It might be exposure therapy. Exposure therapy is a way of treating anxiety that involves systematically exposing yourself to the source of your fear. It's used to treat many different types of anxiety and phobias, including panic disorder, social phobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), specific phobias and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

Trauma can impact every part of your life, from your relationships and career to how you perceive yourself. In this post, we'll explore how trauma might affect daily life by looking at some common examples.

It may seem obvious to some, but not everyone knows exactly what trauma is. When we say trauma we are generally referring to any painful event that causes us to have a lingering emotional response. Most of the time that leads to trouble coping with life.