Category: mentalhealth
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Navigating Relationships: Healing vs. Loneliness
She told me she wasn’t ready for a relationship. She needed time to “find herself,” to heal from the past. To build a life that didn’t revolve around anyone else. Fair. But a few weeks later, she was already talking to someone new. Not because she had finished healing. But because loneliness is louder than…
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Inside the Therapy Room
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🛋️ “Oh no, my therapist will think I’m crazy.” I’ve heard this line more times than I can count. Usually followed by a nervous laugh, averted eyes, or a sheepish smile. But here’s the truthAs a psychologist with over a decade of experience, I can assure you I don’t think you’re crazy. I think you’re…
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Anxiety Traffic: When Your Mind Hits a Mental Jam
Have you ever been stuck in traffic? Cars are bumper to bumper. Horns are blaring. The GPS reroutes endlessly. You feel like you’re going nowhere. That’s exactly what anxiety feels like inside your brain. Each thought is a vehicle, racing, honking, trying to push through.But there’s no clear lane. No exits. No space to breathe.…
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𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐌𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 𝐛𝐲 𝐃𝐫. 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐝 𝐃. 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐬.
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Although originally written for depression, the tools in this book are powerful anxiety-busters. Dr. Burns simplifies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into everyday language. You learn how your thoughts especially those sneaky negative ones fuel anxiety and more importantly, how to challenge them like a mental ninja. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐟𝐮𝐥: I often use similar techniques…
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𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐈𝐬 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥
After 18 years as a psychologist, I’ve realized building a strong relationship with a client is like making a healthy mocktail. Both need the right mix, patience and care. Here’s how: 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭Like a good base in a drink, trust is the foundation. Without it, nothing works. Trust takes time, honesty and a safe…
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Case Study: Navigating Anxiety with a Narcissistic Parent
In therapy, I worked with a client who faced significant anxiety while dealing with a narcissistic parent. Constantly criticized, undermined, and blamed, the client struggled to build self-confidence. The unpredictable cycle of love and rejection from their parent left them feeling emotionally exhausted. Together, we identified patterns in their interactions, helping them understand the dynamics…
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The Future of Mental Health Tech
Imagine a world where mental health support is as accessible as your smartphone. That’s the future envisioned by the rapidly evolving field of mental health technology. Let’s explore some exciting advancements poised to revolutionize the way we approach mental wellness. Teletherapy, a mainstay during the pandemic, is undergoing a metamorphosis. We can expect the rise…
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Q & A with Dextrus Workspace
14th October, 2020. Live Twitter Chat with Dextrus Workspace. Dextrus is a workspace with the single focus of creating the right work environment to enable you to be the best at what you do. Q1. How do you approach counselling/Therapy for Kids? A1. I begin the process of counselling by telling the child that I…