TheCounseling ProgramatBradley Universityproduced this infographic to spread awareness about neurocounseling. With the help of brain imaging technology, researchers are developing a better understanding of how mental illnesses have a basis in our brains. This knowledge is reshaping how we define and diagnose many conditions. One field of counseling is using this knowledge to shape treatment plans. This emerging field is called neurocounseling. Psychologists are effectively using it to treat people with depression, seizures,ADHD, sleep disorders and a broad range of other mental health problems....

“I shouldn’t still feel this sad.” It had been many weeks since her miscarriage, but the emotional scars and pain were still poignant. My client had a hard time feeling like she had permission to have her feelings of grief and loss. Miscarriage didn’t feel like a legitimate loss for her. There was no funeral. Many people didn’t know she was pregnant. She was walking around with a loss she felt she couldn’t tell others about....

Why are you working in therapy/mental health? I have a passion for helping my clients to become — or get back to — their best selves, whatever that may mean for them. The journey is different for everyone. What made you start working at Talkspace? I think it is a revolutionary startup. It is allowing people who normally would not have the opportunity to engage in therapy to have that opportunity....

Updated June 22, 2023 Infertility is a complex, emotionally daunting, and often lonely experience. Unfortunately, it’s also common. According to Centers for Disease Control (CDC) research, anestimated 19%of married women in the United States have difficulty conceiving within 1 year of trying.It’s normal to feel like nobody understands what you’re going through as you navigate this time, but part of learning how to deal with infertility includes recognizing that others in your situation can relate to and help you....

Why are you working in therapy/mental health? What made you start working at Talkspace? When I relocated to Florida it was my intention to take an early retirement. But I missed my work too much and really wanted to get back to it. And working online, from home, was an opportunity to join a groundswell at its cutting edge. It’s innovative, effective and gives me the opportunity to focus on the clinical work and leave the administrative pieces to the administrative staff....

Because therapistIrvin Yalomhas practiced psychotherapy for more than six decades, he has witnessed and played a role in the evolution of therapy. Dr. Yalom is the professor emeritus of psychiatry at Stanford University, a renowned existential psychotherapist, the author of bestselling novels and psychology books, and one of Talkspace’s clinical advisors (he works closely with ourhead of clinical development, Nicole Amesbury). He delivered thekeynote addressat our clinical conference,The Future of Therapy....

Why are you working in therapy/mental health? I was always curious about what made people tick. As a very sensitive child, I was perceptive in picking up on people’s emotions. I also had to learn how to deal with my own feelings that were/are, at times, intense. Once I was really able to delve into psychology in late high school, I knew it was the only way for me to go....

We hear a lot about physical fitness. Every town has at least one gym. You see people jogging around, and television infomercials are filled with the latest workout program or gadget to help you get into shape. There is no question that physical fitness is important. But what about psychological fitness? Physical fitness can be measured in terms of weight, body fat, muscle tone, strength, flexibility, stamina, endurance, etc. How does one measure psychological fitness?...

Why are you working in therapy/mental health?I’m interested in people and figuring out why they act, feel and behave the way they do. From a very young age I was always trying to figure out themes and patterns in people. I could see how insight and awareness could be the key to change. As I got older I saw how desperately people needed support and how alone many people felt. I wanted to take the natural warmth and compassion I had for people and find a way to develop that....

Imagine a future where most therapists text their clients or video chat with them. Then picture these therapists working alongside doctors, yet focusing more on the strength of their relationships with clients rather than symptom reduction. It’s not as far away as you might think, and it’s only scratching the surface of how therapy is changing. Therapy will always have the mission of helping people live a happier and healthier life, but the methods of working with and reaching clients are evolving rapidly....

Licensing Info:LMHC MH8666 Home:St. Augustine, Florida Originally From:Lakeland, FL Time at Talkspace:Almost 3 years Time Practicing as a Therapist:About 13 years Why are you working in therapy/mental health? “I love all of the people I come into contact with, and seeing the change and growth in them through the therapeutic process.” What made you start working atTalkspace? “Firstly, because of my wonderful colleagueNicolewho introduced me to it, and then secondly, because I see how this is so beneficial for so many people....

When people practice their religion seriously and believe in the healing power of God or other divine forces, it can be hard to accept the idea of a therapist providing mental enlightenment in addition to what they receive from their faith-based communities. There might be stigma in their community regarding therapy and mental illness as well as people who explicitly tell them not to see a therapist. If you are religious and interested in seeing a therapist, know faith and therapy are not mutually exclusive....

Being in a happy relationship is all about healthy and meaningful communication. Happy couples open up and have the tough conversations so they can emerge with more strength and understanding. But what exactly do they talk about? Keep reading to see how your relationship can go beyond the small talk. 1. Hopes and Dreams One of the best things about being a couple is having someone to share your hopes and dreams with....

Self-awareness is an extremely pivotal trait to possess in life, and way too often we overlook its value. When you become self-aware, you become conscious of your problems and emotions. And the sooner you are aware of those, the sooner you can work toward fixing them. Being self-aware forces you to slow down and observe yourself, like an outsider. We get so caught up in our actions, thoughts, opinions and feelings that we forget to make sense of it all....

Falling in love and building a relationship is wonderful, but it can destroy individuality if you’re not careful. Expressing boundaries will help you maintain your individuality and a healthy relationship. A relationship can create an all-encompassing, overwhelmingly positive feeling. During the initial stages people often call an “infatuation phase,” boundaries melt and dissolve. We merge together. Our life becomes theirs, theirs ours. We lose ourselves. Couples Therapy OnlineStrengthen your relationship through couples therapy you can participate in together or apart, at your convenience....