If you struggle with anxiety and depression, emotional episodes typically heighten during the holidays. Here are just a few ways to help you regulate your emotions this year. Know your triggers and be prepared to regulate your thoughts and emotions. Certain people, memories, or traditions can connote negative emotions during the holidays. These emotions are […]
When we experience trauma (and we all do) a piece of ourselves stays behind to remember. A wonderful adaptation that helped us to survive in that moment. However, that piece, often disconnected from our conscious awareness, is like a puppet master: pulling the strings and causing reactionary behavior. We often feel powerless to these reactionary […]
3-Minute Body Scan Meditation to Cultivate Mindfulness A brief mindfulness meditation practice will relax your body and focus your mind. Along with breathing, it is one of the best tools to manage anxiety and stress. Here is one way you can learn how: Time required 10-45 minutes, three to six days per week for four […]
I’ve had the privilege of providing Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) over 600 times for clients at Revitalist in the last year. Over 70 percent of people suffering from treatment resistant depression responded positively to the low dose, slow infusions. The results are even higher with a counselor. However, at Revitalist, we noticed that more was […]
Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity. It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity. If we want greater clarity in our purpose or deeper and more meaningful spiritual lives, vulnerability is the path. -Brene Brown In today’s culture, vulnerability is viewed as weakness. In counseling, vulnerability provides […]
“Have patience with all things but first with yourself. Never confuse your mistakes with your value as a human being. You’re a perfectly valuable, creative, worthwhile person simply because you exist. And no amount of triumphs or tribulations can ever change that. Unconditional self-acceptance is the core of a peaceful mind.” St. Francis de Sales […]
I’ve had people ask my thoughts on Todd Phillips’ movie, Joker. So I thought I’d share them here. HOW DID I GET HERE? People often agonize in my office over how and why they have come to the place they find themselves. What happened? How did I get here? My answer? You didn’t wake up […]
Are you humming the song after reading that title? Let me help by posting the video. …caution…the video is a bit risque for some. Proceed with caution. For those who were already humming the song, enjoy your youth again. George Micheal gets it. Maybe we should think about it in terms of our mental/brain health. […]
Today, my family and I remember the passing of my father two years ago. It’s been a long road of grief, as we watched for years as his body slowly deteriorated from spinal stenosis and eventually glioblastoma. Anniversaries and seasons are tough, particularly baseball season. The consummate Houston Astros fan, he passed weeks before they […]
Ever had that awkward moment when you yawn while listening to someone? Try being a therapist. It can make for really awkward moments. Have you ever yawned and watched others yawn back? In high school, a friend and I used to walk in front of our geometry class and yawn loudly, while the other counted […]