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ADHD Adult Therapy: Options to Consider

2024-09-28T12:01:42+00:00May 10th, 2024|ADHD/ADD, Featured, Individual Counseling|

ADHD (attention deficit disorder) is a neurodivergent mental health condition that affects the prefrontal cortex of the brain. This is where the executive function area responsible for self-regulation, working memory, organization, time management, and planning is located. The brain of a person with ADHD processes information differently than does a neurotypical one, and he or she experiences life differently as well. Symptoms of ADHD typically manifest as inattentiveness, hyperactivity, impulsivity, trouble staying focused, emotional dysregulation, and difficulties persisting in projects that require sustained mental effort. However, by the time a person with ADHD becomes an adult, he or she has usually come up with compensatory ways of managing or even hiding their symptoms, so they may not be as noticeable to others. Nevertheless, he or she still struggles with difficulty getting started on tasks, planning ahead, prioritizing, time management, organizing, and remembering details. ADHD adult therapy ADHD adult therapy is different than regular therapy. Most adults with ADHD already know what they should be doing, but they lack the necessary skill set to do it. What they need is concrete, practical help for dealing with symptoms such as disorganization and inability to focus that are interfering with their life, rather than delving into personal issues. They need help learning how to improve the way they function at work and in their relationships. ADHD adult therapy is geared toward educating you on living with ADHD, helping you identify and tap into your unique strengths, teaching you how to build structure in your surroundings, and how to be present in the moment. Your therapist will work with you on skills such as communication, focus, emotional regulation, and time management, as well as assist you in finding ways to reduce the impact of your symptoms so you can lead a more productive [...]

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Different Types of Eating Disorders: Bulimia Nervosa

2024-09-28T12:00:50+00:00April 10th, 2024|Christian Counseling For Teens, Eating Disorders, Featured, Individual Counseling, Women’s Issues|

Eating disorders are varied and span from anorexia (known for starvation) to bulimia (known for purging behaviors) to binge eating (consuming enormous amounts of food in one sitting). This article will cover the dangers of bulimia nervosa, the eating disorder’s symptoms, and treatment options. The Lord created food to nourish and sustain us, and often, eating brings us pleasure. But when we turn to food to fulfill a need deep inside, it creates a problem that can lead to different types of eating disorders. When we turn to God to fulfill that spiritual need and allow Him to change our negative thoughts and behaviors, our eating habits align with what He intended. What is bulimia nervosa? Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by purging behaviors. The person with bulimia may eat average-sized meals or overeat but then purge the food to empty the stomach before the body has time to digest the food thoroughly. Purging methods can include forced vomiting, laxatives, diuretics, and overexercise. Some people employ a variety of purging methods. For example, a person living with bulimia may induce vomiting after a large meal and then exercise for an hour to ensure that they have burned any calories they missed. Purging becomes an impulsive behavior. It may reach the point that the body will no longer physically tolerate food. When bulimia reaches a dangerous level, medical treatment is imperative to stabilize physical health. Symptoms of bulimia nervosa The symptoms of bulimia include: Binging behaviors. Disappearing into the bathroom after a meal. Cuts and scrapes on the fingers and knuckles from induced vomiting. Dental cavities, enamel erosion, and discoloration from vomiting. Bad breath. Constipation. Dehydration. Fatigue. Anxiety and depression. Poor body image. Absence of a menstrual period. Spending too much time exercising. Obsessed with exercise and dieting. [...]

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How to Handle Setbacks as You Exercise for Mental Health

2024-09-28T12:05:07+00:00March 15th, 2024|Coaching, Featured, Individual Counseling, Personal Development|

When you set off to do something different or out of your usual routine, you can be sure that you’ll encounter challenges along the way. Some of those challenges may be related to learning new habits or exercise. Picking up healthy new habits like exercising for your mental health can help improve your overall sense of well-being. However, that journey won’t be without its fair share of setbacks. What do you do when you find yourself in a tough spot? Kinds of setbacks you can encounter on your exercise journey As you start on your journey toward greater fitness to improve your mental, emotional, and physical health, it won’t necessarily be smooth sailing all the way. To begin with, one of the first challenges you might encounter is deciding what to take up as your form of exercise. Some forms of exercise, such as those that require equipment, may be expensive to get into. In other cases, your health may not allow you to take up certain forms of exercise. Other kinds of obstacles may include getting injured during whatever form of exercise you’ve chosen. That can be a setback because it can take time to heal and become strong enough to pick up where you left off. Sometimes, physical injuries can cause an emotional or mental block, leading to a negative association with that form of exercise or experience that will take time to overcome. Another setback you can experience on your fitness journey is that it can start to feel hard, or even boring. Waking up early, carving out time in your schedule, putting in the effort to do your workout and make sure you’ve planned your meals for balanced nutrition can feel hard or boring. It can lose some of its initial allure as you get [...]

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6 Tips for Relieving Mental Stress and Anxiety

2024-09-28T12:02:10+00:00January 24th, 2024|Coaching, Featured, Individual Counseling, Personal Development|

Mental stress is the preoccupation with worries and fears that lead to anxiety and other psychological and physical conditions. It is the inability to turn your mind off when it is time to sleep. It is the worry about something out of your control that causes you to freeze or isolate yourself. It is the fears behind the what-if questions. 6 Tips for Relieving Mental Stress and Anxiety When mental stress gets out of control, the anxiety can derail your daily schedule and relationships. You can take control over your mental stress. Try a few of the following tips for relieving mental stress and anxiety. Get up and move. A powerful anti-anxiety medication is exercise. Endorphins and other brain chemicals are released when you get up and move more consistently, leaving you feeling happy and thinking clearer. The tension in your muscles dissipates as you fill with confidence. You feel on top of the world after a good workout session. Aim for 30 to 60 minutes of moderate-intensity activity weekly to reap the benefits. Even a brisk 10-minute walk when you are short on time can help. Pause and stretch. Those tense muscles, combined with anxiety, headaches, and stomachaches, can leave you feeling drained and irritable. Instead of going to bed, try a stretching video. Stretching increases serotonin, another brain chemical that regulates mood. You can find stretching videos online or consider taking a local class to learn about proper form. Regular stretching practice is the best way to manage mental stress. Eat healthier meals. The foods you eat play a major role in how you feel. Sugar-laden and fatty foods can leave you feeling sluggish and stressed. Instead of reaching for junk food or pulling into a drive-through, learn to menu plan and make healthy meals at home. [...]

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Understanding Early-Onset Dementia: Signs and Support

2024-09-28T12:02:23+00:00December 26th, 2023|Aging and Geriatric Issues, Family Counseling, Featured, Individual Counseling|

Early onset dementia is a condition that affects individuals under the age of sixty-five presenting a unique set of challenges for both patients and their families as most of them would still be in their productive years holding jobs and actively participating in their family’s lives. As the prevalence of dementia continues to rise worldwide it becomes imperative to understand the early warning signs and symptoms that may signal the onset of the disease. In this article, we will delve into the various symptoms associated with early-onset dementia. We are going to explore how they differ from those commonly seen in older individuals and by shedding light on these symptoms we aim to raise awareness, promote early detection, and provide support for those affected by early-onset dementia and their loved ones. Dementia is a general term for a group of progressive brain disorders characterized by a decline in cognitive abilities and a deterioration of social and occupational functioning. It is not a specific disease but rather a syndrome caused by various underlying conditions. Early-onset dementia can be caused by different types of dementia including Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, and vascular dementia among others. The specific symptoms and progression of early-onset dementia can vary depending on the underlying cause. Symptoms of early onset-dementia. Early-onset dementia manifests with a variety of signs and symptoms that may indicate cognitive impairment. It’s important to note that the symptoms can vary depending on the underlying cause of dementia. It is important to note that these symptoms can also be caused by other conditions. Early detection and diagnosis allow for timely treatment and support to manage the symptoms and improve quality of life. Here are some common early signs of early-onset dementia symptoms to be aware of: Memory problems. It is one [...]

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Common ADHD Symptoms in Teens and How to Help

2024-09-28T12:04:59+00:00December 5th, 2023|ADHD/ADD, Christian Counseling For Teens, Family Counseling, Featured|

Did you know that almost all children who are found to have ADHD still have the disorder as teens? ADHD symptoms in teens are similar to those that children experience and include having difficulty in retaining their focus on one thing at a time, being organized and maintaining it, having a short attention span, and being hyperactive and impulsive. Experts find that during the teen years when hormonal changes of adolescence are combined with the demands of school and after-school activities and sports, these ADHD symptoms may get worse. ADHD affects a teen’s life in several ways. As anyone who is distracted easily and has poor concentration can attest, securing high marks on tests and listening closely in a classroom environment can be particularly difficult. Because of these ADHD symptoms in teens, many experience problems in school with declining grades. This will be especially prevalent if the teenager is not getting the appropriate treatment for ADHD. Forgotten assignments, lost textbooks, and being bored with classwork can all be grouped under a lack of attention and focus, which is typical when considering ADHD symptoms in teens. This attention deficit can also swing the other way to hyperactivity which may lead teens to rush through assignments or blurt out answers, interrupting lessons through their inability to sit still and continually fidgeting in class. It is also common for ADHD symptoms in teens to manifest through their inability to channel their focus better. So, while they are set on particular things, they forget about other things they were doing. This lack of focused attention can negatively affect the quality of their homework, their ability at sports, or even their relationships with their peers. Bad grades on tests, repeatedly not being chosen for the team, or teasing by their peers negatively impact a [...]

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10 Ways Counseling for Children Helps Kids

2024-09-28T12:04:53+00:00November 8th, 2023|Christian Counseling for Children, Christian Counseling For Teens, Family Counseling, Featured|

You may have heard of counseling for kids, but are not sure of how it can help a child. If you picture a person laying on a couch talking about their problems, it may seem like counseling doesn’t make sense for kids. Fortunately, there are many approaches to counseling that differ from the stereotypical idea of counseling presented in movies and on television. Counseling for children can help them develop emotional, social, and coping skills. This will promote their mental health as well as the way they interact with others and understand the world around them. It also supports their overall well-being. 10 Ways Counseling for Children Can Help Your Child Here are ten ways counseling for children can help your child: Emotional regulation and expression. It can be difficult for children to understand and manage their emotions. Counseling can help them learn to identify and express their feelings in healthy ways. This can lead to better emotional regulation and healthy ways of expressing their feelings. This is a life skill with lasting benefits in navigating stress, anxiety, anger, and other intense emotions. Coping skills. When faced with challenges, children learn effective coping strategies to deal with these situations. Sometimes those are healthy things and other times, they are not healthy or beneficial. Counseling teaches children tools like deep breathing, mindfulness, positive self-talk, and problem-solving strategies. These skills are good for managing stressors and building resilience. Communication and social skills. Children interact with people in their family, home, school, and friendships. This requires communication and social skills. Counseling aids in developing healthy communication and social skills. As children learn how to express themselves clearly, actively listen to others, resolve conflicts, and establish positive relationships, they will have better interactions and healthier relationships. Self-esteem and confidence. It can be hard [...]

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Setting Essential Boundaries in Dating

2024-11-07T12:07:12+00:00October 23rd, 2023|Couples Counseling, Featured, Individual Counseling, Premarital Counseling, Relationship Issues|

When you start a relationship with someone, you’re in an exciting and at times bewildering period of discovery. Not only are you discovering more about the person you’re with, but you’re also finding out more about yourself. Certain people bring out things in us that other people couldn’t, and so it’s likely that you’re finding out more about yourself too. This is why boundaries in dating are so important. As you embark upon this journey of discovery, you must remain true to who you are even as you explore new possibilities and are stretched. That can be a tricky balance to maintain, but it is important to manage in a relationship. When you’re in love with someone, you can be swept up by your emotions and the sheer weight of your intimacy into situations that compromise you. The value of boundaries. Boundaries matter, and one reason for this is that your individuality matters. You are who you are, with your distinct personality, likes and dislikes, things that energize and deflate you, and so much more. Boundaries help you maintain that integrity so that you don’t become a mere extension of another person. You can remain yourself and be able to meet your needs in the relationship. All healthy relationships need boundaries so that the people in them don’t collapse into one another to become an indistinguishable mass. It’s important to set healthy boundaries in dating because that sets the tone for your relationship going forward. If the boundaries you have are unworkable for one or both of you, then it’s likely that you will have the same issue later in your relationship. Some boundaries to set when dating. You can set boundaries around different areas of your life. Sometimes you don’t know that you already have a boundary until [...]

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Practical Tips for Repairing Broken Family Relationships

2024-09-28T12:00:20+00:00October 3rd, 2023|Family Counseling, Featured, Individual Counseling, Relationship Issues|

A broken family is a family that is not functioning the way it did when it was originally formed. The connection between family members has been ruptured, causing pain and instability. Most commonly, this is the result of divorce, separation, or death, but it can also refer to a dysfunctional family in which parents are not good role models, family members are hostile toward one another, and there is conflict and estrangement even though the family unit is physically intact. Do we know our poor people? Do we know the poor in our house, in our family? Perhaps they are not hungry for a piece of bread. Perhaps our children, husband, wife, are not hungry, or naked, or dispossessed, but are you sure there is no one there who feels unwanted, deprived of affection? – Mother Teresa Family units are meant to provide a foundation of support and love. Studies indicate that well-adjusted children are more likely to come from intact, happy homes. However, they also indicate that the emotional climate in the home has a greater effect on the development of a child’s personality than does its structure. Children who come from intact but dysfunctional families can experience the same or even more severe adjustment issues than children coming from broken homes. Growing up in a broken family and being exposed to fractures in family bonds and experiences arising from toxic family dynamics can leave lasting imprints on a child’s heart and mind. These things shape perspectives and impact future relationships in profound ways. Common causes of broken families Divorce or separation. Death of a family member. Changes in living arrangements. Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse. Poor communication. Addiction. Mental health issues. Financial hardship. Differing political or religious beliefs. Failure to respect boundaries. Disrespect. Unmet expectations and/or misunderstandings. [...]

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Bible Verses About Marriage: Characteristics of a Godly Union

2024-09-28T12:00:05+00:00August 23rd, 2023|Couples Counseling, Featured, Marriage Counseling, Relationship Issues, Spiritual Development|

Getting married is a huge commitment and whether a marriage is a happy and thriving one depends on different factors. There has been a significant shift in marriage in recent decades with some people questioning the necessity and relevance of marriage. There are many relevant Bible verses about marriage that may be applied. The length of a marriage is not necessarily proof of a happy and thriving marriage. Yet when couples divorce within a few years of getting married, it can be proof that something has gone fundamentally wrong. Christian couples should endeavor to have long and happy marriages. The chances of achieving this are high if they involve God from the very beginning of their marriages. Bible Verses about Marriage Marriage is a relationship involving two people. The direction it takes depends on the spouses’ willingness and ability to work together for a common purpose: a long and happy marriage. Here are Bible verses to help us understand God’s will for marriage. Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness? What harmony is there between Christ and Belial? Or what does a believer have in common with an unbeliever? – 2 Corinthians 6:14-15, NIV One of the most important things of which to be mindful is to look for someone with whom you are compatible. Compatibility in thiscontext does not imply sameness. Instead, it connotes the sharing of similar values, principles, beliefs and most importantly the ability to reach amicable agreements when differences arise. Most people have different views on topics like finances, parenting styles, and setting boundaries with extended family members. These are topics that most couples often face. If you marry someone to whom you are not equally yoked in [...]

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