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Low Self-Esteem

21 de setembro de 2017 by psychotherapist Individual Leave a comment

Low self-esteem Self-esteem is how you think and feel about yourself; this may be positive, negative or move between the two points. This usually dictates how you live your life and the decisions you make – and how you view others too. The more positive feelings you have about yourself, the higher your self-esteem is;

Counseling is the way Indeed

28 de agosto de 2017 by psychotherapist Family Leave a comment

What is counseling? Being self-aware and having the capability to think and feel emotions with clarity and understanding is part and parcel of being human. Unlike animals, our thought processes rely on far more than instinct alone. Because of this, there is scope for the way we think to become a problem and to affect

Counseling and Addiction

23 de agosto de 2017 by psychotherapist Addiction Leave a comment

What should we say about…need Counseling Kicking the prescription drug abuse habit — or any other addiction — is a major accomplishment. But for most people with opioid addiction, detox is only the beginning of a long-term battle against craving and relapse. Counseling is an essential part of drug abuse treatment for many people. Cognitive behavioral therapy, family counseling, and other

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Phobia

16 de agosto de 2017 by psychotherapist Individual Leave a comment

Phobias Everyone has fears. Whether it is a fear (phobia) of spiders or a fear of the dark, there are varying situations, places, feelings, objects or animals that can trigger an unpleasant sensation – an urge to prepare for or completely avoid the perceived danger. A fear is a completely natural human emotion, but in

Anxiety

11 de agosto de 2017 by psychotherapist Individual Leave a comment

Anxiety It is used to describe feelings of worry, fear and unease. Typically, it incorporates both the emotional and physical sensations we experience when worried or nervous. Anxiety is related to the ‘fight or flight’ response and, while unpleasant, this is a normal reaction when our body perceives a threat. We will all feel anxious

Depression: What should I be looking for in a counselor or psychotherapist?

9 de agosto de 2017 by psychotherapist Family Leave a comment

Depression If you have depression, you will experience a low mood for a long period of time. Unlike the occasional bout of feeling sad, some days you may find it impossible to get out of bed, while other days you may feel more able to hide it and carry out normal daily tasks. Living with depression

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

1 de agosto de 2017 by psychotherapist Individual Leave a comment

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) was first used as a diagnosis by veterans from the Vietnam War, but such symptoms have existed for much longer. The disorder has had many names, including: battle fatigue combat stress shell shock post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSS). Post-traumatic stress disorder isn’t only associated with war-related scenarios however.

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Self-Care

14 de julho de 2017 by psychotherapist Individual Leave a comment

Self-care Self-care techniques and general lifestyle changes can help manage symptoms of many mental health problems, as well as help maintain and improve overall well-being. You may be yelling, ‘I’m too busy to focus on self-care!’ But making time to look after yourself is very important in managing your overall health – mentally and physically. Self-care is

Addictive Habits

22 de junho de 2017 by psychotherapist Addiction Leave a comment

Home | Blog What is the difference between habit and addiction? Generally an addiction is defined as a habit that has become out of control to the extent that the sufferer is dependent on it for coping with daily life. It can also have negative repercussions on a person's emotional well-being and physical health. The psychological link