3 Christmas Characters that May or May NOT have Compulsive Behavior Problems: SANTA CLAUS

November 29, 2017

This huggable, loveable, jolly old soul has become the face of Christmas in many cultures. He represents the purity and innocence of humanity that we simply don’t get enough of…

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WINTER IS COMING: 5 Tips to Help You Make the Best of this Holiday Season

November 17, 2017

I love this time of year! I don’t know about you, but the holidays are probably my favorite time of year. There are a lot of reasons for that. First…

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IT: Story of Addiction

October 20, 2017

I was 10 years old when my fear of clowns began. Many people of my generation (I’m 37…and climbing) know exactly what I’m talking about! That’s right, approximately 27 years…

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My Spouse Cheated!! Is it INFIDELITY or SEX ADDICTION?

September 1, 2017

Cheating is CHEATING and pain is PAIN. Whether it’s a single act of infidelity or some manifestation of sex addiction, BETRAYAL HURTS! If you are the wounded spouse then most…

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What is an INTENSIVE? Is it right for ME?

August 3, 2017

Written by: Carrie Kyger, LMFT, CSAT-C and Joshua Nichols, LMFT, CSAT When you think of “counseling,” what comes to mind?  Do you imagine an older man with a white beard…

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“I want in, but my spouse wants out!” Have you heard of Discernment Counseling?

July 9, 2017

By Matt Stevenson, Licensed Marital & Family Therapist “I think my marriage is over, and I just don’t know what to do!” As a Licensed Marital & Family Therapist, I…

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Is Happiness a Myth?

January 25, 2017

By Megan Fletcher, Licensed Professional Counselor Every day you either see or hear someone talking about being happy. It surrounds you daily, yet you feel like something is missing. It’s…

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Addiction, Trauma, & The Godfather

January 12, 2017

I’m not a professional movie critic or anything, but I don’t think you have to be one to discover good cinema.  The 1972 film entitled The Godfather seems to be…

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When Eating Disorders Hit Home

October 31, 2016

If you are reading this, then there is a chance you have some experience with eating disorders.  You might be a mental heath professional who works with people suffering from…

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The MAGIC of Group Therapy

September 8, 2016

Many of us who hear the words “group” and “therapy” in the same sentence find ourselves almost immediately checking out. “Telling my problems to a complete stranger (your therapist) is…

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