At the start of the year, we discussed dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in our blog. Last month, we discussed mindfulness, which is one of the

We recently introduced a form of counseling called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in our blog. This form of therapy has many components and involves learning

The five love languages are often portrayed in media and discussed in everyday conversations with friends, but do love languages really impact our relationships? With

Most people who schedule therapy sessions don’t request a specific approach to counseling, and in many cases, they never even know what approach is being

November 13 th is World Kindness Day, November 13 th through the 19th is celebrated as Transgender Awareness Week, and all of November is Transgender

October is Depression and Mental Health Screening Month. This awareness month is dedicated to providing information about the many benefits of receiving screenings for depression

When you hear emergency help lines, chances are you think about 911, but the first emergency call number, 999, was actually established by the UK

Brainspotting is an innovative form of therapy that has proven beneficial in overcoming traumatic experiences, overwhelming emotions, and a wide range of other challenges. While

Superstitions are often thought of as harmless, and most people laugh them off. Black cats crossing your path probably aren’t bad luck. Knocking on wood

June 27 th is PTSD Awareness Day. A time to acknowledge and advocate for people who are living with post-traumatic stress disorder. PTSD Awareness Day

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and one of the many things therapists want to spread the word about during this month of advocacy is

Almost everyone has had the feeling they are “Faking it until they make it,” or “Going along to get along.” We’ve all been new at

Cost & Lack of Adequate Insurance Coverage Cost and inadequate insurance coverage are probably the biggest reasons why people miss out on mental health coverage

What Are Boundaries? Boundaries are what separates one thing from another. Borders of states, property lines, and even the edge of whatever screen you’re viewing

Separation and divorce aren’t easy for adults, so it’s no surprise that children struggle with this experience. As parents, we go out of our way

We can’t always prepare for the things our children will share with us, but it’s important that we do everything in our power to make

Seasonal affective disorder is a relatively common condition, impacting as many as 10 million people each year. While both men and women develop seasonal affective

First and foremost, let’s dispel a common misconception. Perfectionism is not the same as being a high achiever. In fact, many perfectionists aren’t considered high

When someone says that emotional or mental discomfort has physical effects, you might be fast to point out things like stress headaches, nervous butterflies, loss

Being exposed to acts of violence is difficult and confronting for adults. Kids may have an even more difficult time understanding and processing the real-life

How to Overcome the Stigma of Mental Illness… Updated: May 28, 2021 The stigma associated with mental illness is a serious issue that needs addressing.

Women & Counseling… Updated: Jun 10, 2021 As a clinician working with women I see a variety of therapeutic issues ranging from; anxiety and depression,

People often hear post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and immediately relate this condition to high risk career fields like military…

The word trauma gets used a lot these days. Common situations are more frequently referred to as traumatic. In a way, that may actually…

First and foremost, the team at Lotus Psychology Group wants to remind everyone that the leaked information from the Supreme Court of the…

Grief and loss can take a toll on people at any time, but the past few years have been more difficult. From the high number of deaths to…

When children are referred to therapy, parents often find themselves worried, upset, and feeling a lot of guilt and self-doubt. These…

“Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health care is the most shocking and inhumane.” This quote from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr….

It’s that time of the year again. Your social media feed and workplace chatter starts to focus on one thing – New Year’s resolutions….