What Gratitude Can Do For You...Especially if You're in Recovery

If you're in recovery from addiction, then perhaps you already know why you want to stay sober. See how gratitude can help you with sobriety in your life.

The Benefits of Therapy for People Suffering From PTSD

Many people who suffer from PTSD do not take advantage of the services that are offered to them. Sometimes it is because they are embarrassed to go to therapy, or they are ashamed of their symptoms. Others want to spend as much time with there families as possible, since they have been away from them for long periods of time. They would rather be with their families than take time for themselves to go to therapy.  

The Benefits of Family Counseling for Children

Family counseling not only benefits parents, but it benefits their kids as well. It gives children a place to freely express their feelings without any interruptions from their parents. It forces the parents to fully listen and understand their children feelings and needs. Family therapy helps families realize how many commonalities they have with each other. 

5 Reasons Relationships May Fail

Relationships are not easy. They take a lot of work from both people in the relationship. No one knows if a relationship will work out. There is no way to define the success the relationship may have. What people prioritize, within a relationship, depends on the persons values, and where they live. Here are 5 main reasons why relationships usually fail. 

10 Steps to Help Couples Communicate Effectively

Communication can make or break a relationship. According to Suzanne Degges- White PH.D, "In a perfect world, we would all learn early that “give and take” communication can be much more productive than trying to unilaterally stake claims without taking others’ feedback into consideration". In order to communicate effectively with your partner, it is important to be able to have discussions with each other.

10 Stats That Prove Mental Illness Affects Everyone

When most people think of mental illness there is a stigma that comes with the term. Most people have negative "thoughts" about it. There are so many stereotypes out there about people who suffer from a mental illness. Lindsay Holmes, a contributor writer for the Huffington Post, has put together a few stats that prove that mental illness is not just a personal issue but it is an issue for everyone. 

10 Ways to Manage Anxiety

Trying to meet financial, work, and family responsibilities is enough to make most people stressed and anxious. And add to that any physical illness, mental illness, or recovery from addiction and life can begin to feel incredibly challenging.

Questions You Shouldn't Be Afraid to Ask Your Therapist

Finding the right therapist for yourself is extremely important for any type of recovery. Searching for a therapist should take some time. It should be known that it is okay to switch therapists until you find the right one for you. The first therapist you meet may not always be the right one for you. Here are some questions you should not e afraid to ask your therapist.