Transforming Thought Patterns: CBT Strategies for Cultivating Positivity and Self-Esteem
Transform your thoughts by using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. Learn how CBT can help you develop healthier thought patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely recognized and evidence-based therapy focusing on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It’s grounded in helping you understand how one’s thoughts and beliefs influence your emotions…
Demystifying Insurance: A Guide to Utilizing Health Coverage for Psychotherapy
Navigating the intricacies of health insurance coverage for therapy can often feel like a daunting task. With a myriad of plans, terms, and regulations, understanding how your therapy might be covered is both complicated and intimidating. Yet, demystifying the process is essential to understand and maximize your insurance benefits for therapy. And, even when…
Understanding the Difference Between Normal Worry vs. Clinical Anxiety
When people seek therapy for anxiety, they often realize that they aren’t sure of the difference between normal worrying and clinical anxiety. This is partly because a primary symptom of clinical anxiety is excessive worrying! To better understand let’s differentiate and define these terms and explore the value of anxiety therapy. What is Worry? Humans…
Common LGBT Issues for Families
The modern concept of family has evolved beyond the traditional nuclear family structure of two dissimilar-gendered partners and 2.5 children. In many ways, what the typical American thinks of as the “traditional family structure,” has always been more fluid and has always included more nuance, family members, and family dynamics. That being said, these families…
Common Relationship Issues for Queer, LGBT, and Gay People
In the realm of romantic partnerships, the LGBTQ+ community faces unique challenges and joys that can be explored in LGBT couples therapy. Navigating a romantic relationship has its own set of challenges, regardless of one’s sexual orientation. However, for gay couples, there are specific issues and dynamics that can affect their relationships. While love…