Depression

 People who struggle with depression often feel down for extended periods. They lose interest in activities that they once found pleasurable. Depression negatively affects millions of Americans each year. There are many organic approaches to combatting the challenges of depression. Focus initially is on proactive, natural means and methods to concur with the debilitating impact of depression. We can also discuss options for psychotropic medications if necessary. Do you feel like depression is ruling your life? Take it back! 

 Stress and anxiety are related but often confused. Stress is tension associated with a specific event (e.g. a test or a job), while anxiety is a non-specific worry about the future. To find relief, people with anxiety may turn to repetitive routines, preoccupations, or addictions. A regimen for organic, healthy options will be collaboratively created. 

 Conflict resolution is an important part of any relationship. Conflict plays a vital role in allowing two people to reconcile differing needs. People commonly go outside the relationship to vent frustrations. True resolutions are achieved when the parties involved come back together in a respectful, compromising manner and a joint decision is agreed upon. Pragmatic, Specific Conflict Resolution Techniques and Tools are taught in a six-step method. Co-Parenting after Divorce can be an especially challenging time. There is life after divorce...and yes it can be peaceful for everyone. 

 Experiences that overwhelm or scare us can leave a lasting impression. The symptoms can leave us stressed, depressed, and have negative consequences for our work and home life. Triggers that activate emotional responses are addressed and management techniques are slowly integrated into daily life interactions. Trauma occurs to us all and can range from a wide spectrum from daily minor trauma to high impact. Learn how to manage a reoccurring impact without reliving the trauma. 

 It seems every couple strives for more effective communication skills, especially couples. Feeling understood and understanding one's partner is what allows couples to deeply share one another's lives. Often, couples struggle with communication issues, which actually mask deeper relationship issues. Communication enhancement aids all individuals, couples, and families in more productive interactions. Healthy couples and families learn calm, effective tools for understanding and compromise. Skills learned can be applied to all aspects of your lives...work relationships, leisure relationships, romantic relationships, parent-child relationships. Communication is a fundamental key to a successful relationship!

 Trust plays a vital role in sustaining a relationship. People trust differently. For some, trust is established quickly, while others are slow to grant trust. Similarly, some are able to forgive quickly while others find it hard if trust has been broken. Individual values strongly impact the course of trust in a relationship and become a significant guiding course for therapy. Broken trust can be rebuilt in time if both partners are willing and open to the challenging process. Expect that broken trust requires a strong commitment to one another and therapy. Your relationship can be stronger in the long-run with openness, strong commitment and patience...commitment and patience...commitment and patience...commitment...and… 

 Self-esteem is a feeling of personal worth. It is important to be able to value yourself regardless of your current state of personal achievement, beauty, or intelligence. In our society, achievement is not only valued but demanded in so many venues of our lives. Your self-esteem creates the foundation for a full life, great relationships, and a feeling of well-being. Understanding the working mechanisms of healthy self-esteem is integrated into therapy. Performance and Relationship Satisfaction is often affected by low-self-esteem. A step-by-step approach accompanied by a family of origin history is the beginning step to a new outlook on self, friends, co-workers, family, and friends! Which came first the chicken or the egg?