TRAUMA MODEL THERAPY FOR ADDICTIONS AND COMPLEX COMORBIDITY

Self esteem describes the overall sense of self-worth or personal value in a person. It can involve different beliefs about the self, such as the measuring one’s appearance, beliefs, emotions or behaviors. Sometimes self esteem is viewed as self image, self worth, self respect or the value of one’s self. It can be understood from…

Does your child struggle to write and complete math problems effectively?  Are your child’s teachers concerned about your child’s bad grades in math and English?  Have you tried to assist your child with homework and yet no progress is made?  If you answered yes to these questions, then your child might have dysgraphia or dyscalculia. …

Holiday hopes and holiday realities seemed to be utterly opposed to each other. Our general expectations for the holiday season are excitement, a time of peace and celebration, to enjoy food, friends and family and maybe take some much needed vacation. But this part of the year is a time of highs and lows; many…

Eileen’s face lit up when she spoke of her courtship with her husband Steve. “He was so tall and handsome and I was so in love. When he would put his arms around me, I knew that nothing could hurt me.” After they married, the relationship grew to be strong and supportive. “Steve was somewhat…

Individuals who establish a healthy sense of self during their developmental years know who they are as individuals. They have a good measure of autonomy, and they are able to function without fearing they will lose themselves or be overwhelmed. They are able to engage in appropriate self-care while also caring for others. In the…

Making the decision to seek help for personal issues, trauma, or mental health concerns is an important first step towards healing. But once that decision is made, a new question arises: should you choose individual or group counseling? At Stonebriar Counseling Associates, we want to help you understand the benefits and considerations of both forms…