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.”
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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”
7 Common Signs of Depression
Depression is like emotional bleach. Check out the 7 Common Signs of Depression to see if you are depressed or just sad. If you feel like you are having a mental health crisis due to depression, seek the advice of a medical professional. #depression #emotionalbleach #greasyhair #irritable #mentalhealth
Your Brain on Anxiety!
What happens to your brain when you are anxious or in a stressful situation? If you know what goes on in your body, you’re better able to control what goes on in your body! The amygdala is your bodies smoke detector. She has the power to knock the frontal lobe off-line. What happens next isContinue reading “Your Brain on Anxiety!”
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