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EMDR To Reduce Post-Divorce Conflict
Marital conflict, separation, dissolution and court proceedings can be stressful and even traumatic. The arguments, verbal attacks, grief and feelings of loss or betrayal can be devastating. The result of that trauma, if not resolved, is often anxiety, overt stress, and resistance to interactions with one’s former spouse that trigger extreme anxiety and defensiveness. When…
Anxiety | Anxiety treatment | depression treatment | Happiness | men's issues | Self Growth | teen counseling | Trauma | trauma counseling | Uncategorized | women's issues
Peaceful tip for regulating stress
How I love to think about the beach. Whether it is in the middle of a Colorado winter, or the middle of the summer, I find great peace thinking of the rolling waves, gentle breezes, salty aroma, and warm sand of a beach. Many therapists refer to this as a safe place, but I…
Coping with Trauma, Crisis and Tragedy
Following the tragic events of the Movie Theater shooting, and other horrific events over the last decade or two, it is frequently difficult for individuals to cope with the feelings and anxiety that are elicited by those tragedies. Regardless of whether you were witness to the scene, knew someone who was a victim of,…
Anxiety | Anxiety treatment | depression treatment | men's issues | teen counseling | women's issues
Stopping the Worry
Many clients ask me how they can stop worrying about something when the thought seems to be ever-present. This is a common problem with people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or grief. The thoughts running through their mind seem to control them as opposed to feeling they have control over their thoughts. Research has…
Anxiety | depression treatment | Happiness | men's issues | Self Growth | teen counseling | women's issues
Improve Happiness by Discovering Your Strengths
It is easy to become consumed with the down side of situations and to lose site of the goodness and power within ourselves. Nevertheless, recognizing that you have choices is a good starting point that can be truly empowering. Even more important is discovering that you have used the power of choice before in ways…
Nutritional Considerations for Reduction of Anxiety
It is always best to eat WHOLE FOODS as opposed to processed foods, foods high in hydrogenated oils, or refined sugar. However, when suffering from ANXIETY, it is even more important to monitor your nutrition because many anxiety disorders can be helped dramatically by improving nutrition and eliminating or greatly reducing the intake of certain…
Anxiety | couples counseling | Happiness | men's issues | Relationships | Self Growth | women's issues
Taking Time for Yourself
Over the years, I have seen many people come in for therapy to work on feeling happier. They are sad, struggling in relationships, recovering from divorce or struggling with parenting. Yet, in their struggles they have forgotten about themselves. Their focus has been outward on relationships and pressures, but stopping, turning attention inward, and…
Anxiety | Anxiety treatment | depression treatment | men's issues | Self Growth | teen counseling | women's issues
Exercise and Anxiety
I have long been a proponent of exercise and the value it has in helping people to manage their anxiety. Here is an interesting article from Science Daily that really states this case: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/07/110712122403.htm Click here for more information on Anxiety Treatment. Tamra Hughes, MA, LPC http://www.thcounseling.com
Anxiety | Anxiety treatment | depression treatment | Happiness | men's issues | PTSD Treatment | trauma counseling | women's issues
Anxiety Trap
Anxiety is an issue that plagues many individuals, impacting every aspect of their lives. If you are one of those individuals, you are not alone. Feelings of being frozen with fear of any multitude of things, unable to enjoy time with friends or family, or continually stressed by the need to leave the comfort…
