A client of mine looked up at me through tears and said “I’m 26 and all of my friends are getting married. They don’t know I’m about to divorce.” She went on to talk about the particular and acute pain of the upcoming wedding season. She had 5 weddings to attend and she was a …
Everyone knows Denver loves the outdoors. For many, being outside in nature is calming, therapeutic, and acts as a ‘reset’ button after a stressful week. Recent studies suggest that being in nature is good for your brain. A Psychology Professor-and avid backpacker-at the University of Utah named David Strayer took 50 students on a 3-day …
If your loved one has been sexually assaulted or sexually abused in the past, it can be very difficult to know how best to support them. Here’s a reference of Do’s and Don’ts for the survivor in your life. DO Be informed about sexual assault. Learn about common trauma effects and know what to expect. …
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Being involved with a survivor of sexual assault can be an all-consuming process. Keeping in mind that many trauma effects show up in relationships, and it’s important for you to set appropriate and healthy boundaries. Take Care of your own Self-Care by setting Boundaries Often, a survivor feels totally overwhelmed by his or her emotions. …
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What is Social Anxiety? Social anxiety can simply be defined as the fear of social situations. It is a mental health condition that manifests in the form of fear of social interaction. Sufferers are often too conscious of other people around them, and feel vulnerable in an irrational manner. They are afraid of being judged …
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When you have Social Anxiety, meeting new people is always a challenge. Going out and mingling can feel like a minefield. Some people think those with Social Anxiety are naturally introverts or not interested in making friends and finding partners, but that can’t be further from the truth. One of my clients with Social Anxiety …
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Have You Ever Wanted to Ask A Therapist a Question? Any question. Maybe about your boyfriend. Or your roommate. Or your family. Have you ever thought to yourself “Am I just weird? Or is this normal?” Lots of people have wondered these things, and really want an answer. But often they don’t know where to …
A Beautiful Video of What it’s Like to Live with Anxiety Meghan Rinks knows what it feels like to deal with anxiety every day. She channeled her emotions into the beautiful short film about a day in the life of someone with anxiety. Great job Meghan!
