Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, is a very popular therapeutic treatment for working with PTSD and trauma. How does it work, and can it be used to treat other issues? Find out with this episode of the Therapeutic Drive-Thru. If you are looking for a trained EMDR therapist in your area, then log onContinue reading “How Does EMDR Treat Trauma?”
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The Benefits of Emotionally Unavailable Parents.
It sucks to have emotionally unavailable parents because we connect through our emotions. Connecting through emotions is also how we learn to self-regulate. As emotionally draining as it may be, there are some benefits. These children are more resilient, resourceful and independent. But beware…children of emotionally unavailable parents can become parents who are emotionally unavailableContinue reading “The Benefits of Emotionally Unavailable Parents.”
Be more like Eminem!
Shame will keep you from connecting with other people. Shame attacks when you need connection most. Take some advice from Eminem and combat shame when you, “Eminem that situation!” Therapeutic Drive-Thru #Eminem #shamekillsconnections
4 Steps to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolution.
Change is hard. We are very comfortable knowing how things work, even if it doesn’t make us comfortable. To achieve a goal or a New Year’s Resolution you must dumb it down, plan for failure, modify when necessary, and tell your frenemy. You can do it, it’s just going to take work. #goalgetter
How to pick a counselor.
Picking a counselor can be overwhelming. You got questions? I got answers! Let’s talk about the reasons people see counselors and what to look for to find the perfect match. You’ll soon find that counseling is like shopping on Amazon! #mentalhealthawareness #newyearnewyou
What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder?
Oppositional Defiant Disorder can manifest in a child living with lack of supervision, inconsistent or harsh punishment, abuse, or neglect. Working with these individuals begins with positive reinforcement. #ODD
Surviving Toxic Family Get Togethers!
Sometimes family get Togethers can end badly! How do you handle toxic family get togethers? It’s starts with realizing you can’t change people. You also have to realize that are values are shaped around life experiences. Take time to listen and you might discover common ground. If all else fails! Show up for pie andContinue reading “Surviving Toxic Family Get Togethers!”
Selena Gomez & Bipolar Disorder
Selena Gomez opens up about her mental health struggles in her new documentary “My Mind & Me” on Apple TV +. She talks about her struggles and even about leaving her tour to check in to a mental health facility. She notes that she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. What is bipolar disorder? What isContinue reading “Selena Gomez & Bipolar Disorder”
Helping a Friend Through Miscarriage. #taylorswiftmidnights
Taylor Swift’s new album “Midnights” has left some wondering if she suffered a miscarriage. It has also allowed people to open up about their stories. If you know someone who has had a miscarriage, here are some ways you can help them grieve their loss. As an added bonus, I’m also giving you two thingsContinue reading “Helping a Friend Through Miscarriage. #taylorswiftmidnights”
Your Friends Hate You! #MeanGirls
Your friends hate you! Sometimes you also find reasons to hate them. They improved themselves and you didn’t. Maybe you weren’t supposed to be successful in the first place. Either way, always remember that the way someone treats you has more to say about how they feel about themselves than how they feel about you!Continue reading “Your Friends Hate You! #MeanGirls”
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