Though everyone faces loss at some point, not all are equipped with good information about how to face the grieving process. Below are a few truths that could help you to feel better about your own grieving process. You Don’t “Get Over It” There is a widespread notion...
Due to the perception that many addictions result in self-gratifying behavior (i.e. chasing a high, being sexually fulfilled, letting go of stress, partying with abandon, etc.), many people believe that addiction is a choice. It can be quite hurtful to the person...
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...
Now that you recognize that you or someone you love is suffering from anxiety, you may be wondering what can be done about it. Is it most comfortable to just ask your doctor about prescription medications that may reduce your symptoms? Is talking with a therapist the...
Have you ever left a therapy session a little discouraged or disappointed because you didn’t feel like the therapist was asking questions or using exercises that were helping you get down to the root of the issue? Have you ever decided not to pursue therapy for an...
