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Is It Burnout: 7 Ways to Tell If You Need Help
How Do I Know If I’m Suffering From Burnout? Burnout is a form of chronic stress that can affect anyone. It’s not just for CEOs
We Have A New Clinical Director!
Breyta is pleased to announce that Dr. Anusha Zechella will be transitioning from her role as Director of Couples and Family Therapy to serve as
FAQ: How Do I Know If My Therapist Is A Good Fit For Me?
This is one of the most frequently asked questions within the therapy world – and it should be! The connection between you and your therapist,
Lavender for Anxiety…It’s A Thing
Did You Know… Silexan is an oral form of lavender that works on Serotonin in the brain. A head-to-head trial with Paxil and a placebo
Psychologist Spotlight: Sarini Ettigi, Ph.D., HSP-P
Meet Sarini Ettigi, Ph.D., HSP-P Dr. Sarini Ettigi is a clinical and counseling psychologist who specializes in working with individuals recovering from trauma, as well
National PTSD Screening Day
June 27th, 2022 is National PTSD Screening Day, as envisioned by the National Center for PTSD. Anyone who has encountered a life event that they
Progressive Muscle Relaxation: A Brief Guide
What is Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)? Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is a specific relaxation technique that involves tensing and relaxing muscle groups in a sequence
Is It PTSD?
In honor of PTSD Awareness Month, we’re pleased to share this drop-in blog post from the National Center for PTSD. When you have PTSD, it’s
Step Up for PTSD Awareness
As part of PTSD Awareness Month in June, the National Center for PTSD is hosting a Step Up for PTSD Awareness event in which anyone
History of Pride Month
June is celebrated as Pride Month in the United States to commemorate the Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan, which occurred at the end of June 1969
Coping Skill: Sensorial Stimulation
Sensorial stimulation is a helpful tool for coping with anxiety and panic. When it comes to utilizing coping skills to manage ongoing anxiety/panic attacks the
Learn How to Speak the Language of Love to Improve Your Relationship
Did you know there’s a simple way to enhance the interactions between you and your partner or spouse? It’s as easy as taking a quick
You Are Not Your Feelings: A Mindful Approach to Dealing with Difficult Emotion
It’s easy to get caught up in the intensity of your emotions. Your emotions are valid. They affect you and are real. They could never
What Is Resilience?
To Exist is to experience challenges. Life is not without its storms. Sometimes when we’re hit with strong winds of adversity, we struggle to find
The Trauma of Our Swiftly Changing Climate
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Climate-Related Mental Health Problems Are Increasing Have you spent time worrying about the environment? Do fears of how climate
Coping Skill: Dealing with Anger
The Basics of Anger Management By Lisa Ficker, Ph.D., HSP-P Managing anger involves a recognition that although anger is an involuntary emotion, what we do
The Actions of Allyship: How to Become A Supportive and Affirming Ally to Members of the LGBTQIA+ Community
Do you have a friend, family member, or colleague that is part of the LGBTQIA+ community and you are unsure as to how to support
“Did You Hear Anything I Just Said?”: A Step-By-Step Guide To Better Communication
Promoting Validation and Understanding in Your Relationship Through Effective Communication I often see couples arguing but not effectively communicating. While one partner vulnerably shares, the
Getting “Unstuck” From Trauma
Trauma and Control If you’ve experienced a traumatic event, you likely felt blindsided and overwhelmed by the fact that it happened at all; let alone
What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Why Should You Try It?
Do you ever struggle to accept your circumstances? Maybe you try to resist challenging situations, or perhaps you feel like your outlook on life has
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Reduced Personal Accomplishment and Reduced Performance – How Burnout Affects Both
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Welcome to the final part of our series on burnout. In this installment, we explore the symptom of reduced
Cynicism and Burnout – When Disconnection Takes Over
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Welcome to part two of our three-part series on burnout. Today, we turn our focus to cynicism, also known
Recognizing Emotional Exhaustion – The Foundation of Burnout
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P This is part one of a three-part series on burnout, exploring the core aspects that often go unnoticed. We
Understanding Anxiety: Why It Happens and How to Manage It
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Anxiety is a common experience, and while it often feels overwhelming, it’s important to remember that anxiety itself isn’t
Perinatal Mental Health: What Every New Parent Needs to Know
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P The perinatal period—pregnancy and the first year after giving birth—is a time of immense change. While it can be
Overcoming Religious Trauma: Therapy to Reclaim Your Identity and Reconnect with What Matters
A trauma-informed approach to healing and finding peace after spiritual abuse and religious trauma. by Vanessa Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Religion, much like other frameworks that
