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 skills developed through DBT. This month, we’re going to talk about thought restructuring, which may also be called cognitive restructuring. This aspect of DBT helps address unhelpful or harmful thoughts …
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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 skills that help individuals navigate strong emotions and difficult times with greater ease. Over the next several months, we’re going to talk about each of these coping skills that are …
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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 Valentine’s Day around the corner, the subject of love is top of mind for many people, so there’s never a better time to start learning more about how we give …
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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 used. Therapists have training and experience in a variety of counseling methods, and they utilize them as needed to support their clients. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is an exception to …
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Alzheimer’s disease effects approximately 6 million people in the U.S., and with new cases diagnosed each year, it is a fast-growing illness. Alzheimer’s disease leads to more deaths than both breast and prostate cancer combined, and this condition impacts loved ones as much as those who receive the diagnosis as an estimated 11 million people …
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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 Awareness Month. We believe these celebrations happening at the same time is no coincidence. At Lotus Psychology Group, our therapists believe firmly in the importance of being advocates and allies …
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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 and other mental health concerns. Most importantly, regular screenings ensure you have access to therapy and other support resources. If therapy is recommended, you may be wondering what you can …
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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 in 1938. The US emergency 911 line first became active in 1968, and both numbers are still in use today. These three-digit numbers are easy to remember, so even very …
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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 it is often considered a go-to therapy solution by counselors, few clients have ever heard of brainspotting, and many who do hear about it find themselves thinking this treatment option …
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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 probably won’t prevent bad things from happening. Breaking a mirror probably won’t lead to years of ill health or misfortune. Throwing a coin in a wishing well is unlikely to …
