The short answer: no. The longer answer: no, but they are closely related. You have likely heard of someone having an issue with dependence on a certain substance, and perhaps you have always assumed that dependence always accompanied an addiction and vice versa. But...
Are you looking for hope? Do you feel like addiction has taken over your life and all you want is to get “back to normal”? Perhaps you or a loved one have been struggling with addiction and you’re discouraged by the progress (or lack of progress) that you are seeing...
“Everyone goes through life trying to figure out when and how they can have sex, don’t they?”“Why should I be ashamed of a desire that is so natural?”“Shouldn’t I try to do more of what makes me happy?”“I am probably more consumed with sex than most people, but that...
Whether you are in treatment for depression, anxiety or an addiction, finding a good support system and the right therapist are key factors in your wellness and recovery. All the clinical research shows that a good relationship with a therapist makes individual...
Long Beach, CA | July 6, 2017 – Novus Mindful Life Institute Counseling and Recovery Center, a recognized leader in the field of trauma therapy, counseling for stress and anxiety, and sex addiction treatment, welcomes Dr. Kristen Parker, Licensed Clinical Social...
Sometimes in life, we have the difficult experience of dealing with overwhelming anxiety and stress. Most people find it difficult to recognize when to seek therapy for anxiety. Most people who would benefit from the early support of a therapist will not get the help....