If you have experienced any type of trauma, you understand that it can be challenging to overcome. It can even be even more difficult to know when you have been fully recovered from your traumatic experience. What are the signs? Should you feel happy at the end? Are there certain emotions that you should obtain … Read more
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Are you struggling with that one colleague? The one who you cannot stand to be around? The mere thought of their presence is almost sickening or stressful? For most of us, there is one person in the work place who, for one reason or another, you have difficulties coping with. In some instances, this unpleasant … Read more
As many people know, if your loved one battles with substance abuse, issues may arise. Specifically, a family member with alcohol abuse or drug abuse, can cause marriage or relationship disruptions and can even have a toll on your health and well-being. You might even feel compelled to get them help or to be there … Read more
Right now, if you think about anyone who has experienced an abusive relationship, have heard of someone who experienced it, or even watched it in movies, you would probably expect the abuse to be violent and physical. However, abusive behaviors also include psychological and sexual harm in domestic relationships. It might not be a secret … Read more
If you have ever experienced a mental disorder, whether that be depression, anxiety, addiction, or bipolar disorder, you might be aware of the stigma and perceptions behind it. Especially, if you are of a minority background, you may be exposed to more negative connotations towards mental health. In fact, people who are from racial or … Read more
Living in an area, such as Houston, TX, that is prone to hurricanes, tropical storms, and floods, can be chaotic and stressful. Most times, one cannot predict the extent of damage these natural disasters might inflict, but the aftermath can be devastating. Natural disasters can play a traumatic part in one’s life, socially, physically, financially, … Read more
Being a reliable friend, partner, or family member can be difficult when you don’t always know what to say or do to help a loved one. They can be experiencing loss of a spouse or child, divorce, a medical issue, or job loss, which can trigger a variety of emotions and pain. When the person … Read more
With school back in season, there are countless factors parents must consider: What clothes and supplies does my child need? How much will extra-curricular activities cost me? What should I do if my child is being bullied? But, in the era of frequent mass shootings in the United States, it is arguably the most stressful … Read more
As many might know, past trauma can follow you for years, even when we do not realize it. It is important to have a clear understanding of what trauma is because, sometimes, we experience traumatic events without even realizing or processing them. So, what is trauma? Psychological trauma is the degradation of adaptive abilities in … Read more
“KID POWER” Begins September 3 – December 17 (15 week session) Art Therapy Group for kids ages 8-10 with ADHD, or experiencing • Lack of focus • Difficulty with Impulse control • Short attention span • Unable to complete projects • Need to manage time or need redirection Art Therapy has shown to increase attention … Read more