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The Mind-Body-Spirit Connection: Unexpected Ways to Help Heal Anxiety & Depression

October 2, 2017

by Cameron Butler Wooten, LPC, LMFT Most people have heard that the best treatment for mental health disorders includes counseling/psychiatric treatment and medication. While this is true, there are other aids to help in healing those who suffer from mental illness, particularly anxiety and depression. As humans, we are not only made up of our … More The Mind-Body-Spirit Connection: Unexpected Ways to Help Heal Anxiety & Depression

Parental Effects on Relationship Patterns: Finding Security in Connection

June 13, 2017

by Elizabeth Uhles, LAPC “Hold on. Hold on to me. ‘Cause I’m a little unsteady. A little unsteady. Mama, come here. Approach, appear. Daddy, I’m alone. Cause this house don’t feel like home. If you love me, don’t let go…” Song Lyrics. Unsteady by X Ambassadors Several weeks ago, I was on my morning jog … More Parental Effects on Relationship Patterns: Finding Security in Connection

Four (More) Things I’ve Learned in Marriage

May 26, 2017

by Cameron Butler, LPC, LMFT My husband and I will celebrate our One Year Anniversary this weekend.  This year has gone by so quickly, yet he & I joke about how it feels like we’ve always been married.  As mentioned in a previous post,  just because I am a professional counselor does not mean I am a pro at being married.  It has truly been through trial … More Four (More) Things I’ve Learned in Marriage

Choosing Kindness

May 12, 2017

by Adair Swayze, LAPC, LAMFT “This morning at six when I awoke, loneliness was sitting on my chest like a dental x-ray apron, even though I was covered in hairy dog love. I prayed, ‘Help. I am sad and lonely, and already it looks from here like today is going to be too long.’ So … More Choosing Kindness

What a Bonded Romantic Relationship Looks Like: Bringing Clarity to the Science of Love

April 5, 2017

by Jim Stockton, LPC _ What characterizes a bonded romantic relationship? If you asked ten people this question, you may get ten different answers. You may get answers like good communication, the ability to problem solve, the ability to resolve conflict, or a vibrant sex life. Of course, these are all important elements of a … More What a Bonded Romantic Relationship Looks Like: Bringing Clarity to the Science of Love

Attunement

March 3, 2017

By Phil Zaffos, LPC Attunement describes how in touch a person is to another’s emotional needs, moods and feelings. A person who is well-attuned will respond with appropriate language and behaviors based on another person’s emotional state. They are good at recognizing moods and emotions in another and adapting their own response in accordance. Attunement … More Attunement