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How Adult Counseling Differs From Child And Teen Counseling

27 December 2019

There is no age at which an individual may no longer need counseling. If you have been to counseling as a child or a teen, you might be familiar with the process. If you decide that you need adult counseling services as an adult, you might wonder if the services will be different now that you're older. Your life stage will affect the type of counseling that you need to receive.

Helping Your Troubled Child

16 October 2019

If your child is experiencing behavioral, emotional, or psychological problems, there are some things you can do to help. The most important thing to do is get them treatment as soon as possible. Treat these issues the same way you would treat any other illnesses that were affecting your child.  Realizing Your Child Needs Help It can be hard to admit that your troubled child needs the help of a professional.

Stop Drinking Using These Steps

7 August 2019

Alcohol can be a safe addition to a healthy lifestyle when used responsibly. Unfortunately, some people abuse it. Problem drinking includes alcoholism, but not problem drinkers are alcoholics. If you're a woman who regularly drinks more than 7 drinks per week, or you're a man who drinks more than 14 drinks per week, you exceed the limits for moderate drinking. Excessive alcohol consumption is bad for your liver, stomach, and brain.

A Three-Phase Approach To Alcohol Rehab

30 May 2019

Making the commitment to sobriety by entering a rehab program is the first step in achieving long-term sobriety. Many treatment programs adopt a three-phase approach, which can allow you to detox and maintain sobriety in the safest way possible. Inpatient Detox Although it is always safer to detox from any drug in a controlled environment, detoxing from alcohol and similar substances as an inpatient is non-negotiable. The detox process from alcohol is potentially life-threatening because of the risk of seizures.

The Advantages of Individual Counseling

11 December 2018

Group therapy is one form of counseling you might seek, but if you're a private person and usually avoid group settings, then the idea of group therapy might be overwhelming. Individual counseling could be the best option for you and is a good choice when used alone or in combination with group sessions. Here's why individual counseling is so beneficial. Your Privacy is Maintained When you take group therapy, you have to open up and talk about yourself to a group of people.

3 Reasons Couples Should Seek Help From A Marriage Counselor

17 August 2018

Marriage can be a beautiful thing, but it takes a lot of work. At some point, you and your spouse may deal with issues that you can't get past. If you've reached this point, consider getting help from a marriage counselor. They can benefit your marriage in the following ways.  Improve Communication  A lot of arguments can happen between you and your spouse simply because of a lack of communication. A marriage counselor can enhance this aspect of your marriage so that both parties are on the same page.

Several Mental Health Care Myths And Misconceptions

26 April 2018

Mental health care is a topic that is often poorly understood. This can lead to there being myths and misconceptions about this type of care. Making sure that you are fully informed about the truth concerning the more common notions about mental health care will help you with making sure that these needs are being met. Myth: Counseling Will Always Be Needed One common concern that people will have about adult counseling is that they will always need therapy sessions to keep enjoying the benefits of treatment.

Therapy-Based Tips For Strengthening Communication In Your Relationship

24 January 2018

When it comes to relationship counseling, managing the communication dynamic can be difficult. Sometimes it's difficult to see past the emotional turmoil and your own personal hang-ups to be able to communicate effectively with your partner. Before you find yourself ready to walk away, there are a few things that your counselor will want you to know. Be Responsible For Your Feelings It is important that you take personal responsibility for how you manage your feelings as well as for what you may have done to contribute to them.