Compulsive behaviors around pornography use can deeply affect daily life. Learn to recognize the warning signs.

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Picture this: You’re a couple of months into the kind of whirlwind romance you’ve only dreamed about. Your heart skips a beat every time your phone buzzes. You’ve shared laughs, dreams, and slices of ...

Have you ever observed a colorful little beach ball pop up on your computer screen, usually when something has gone wrong? Macintosh users refer to it as the Spinning Beach Ball of Death—or sometimes ...

Experiencing PTG doesn’t mean a trauma was “good” or that it didn’t cause damage. It’s an acknowledgement that you can adapt and find new meaning alongside the pain. It’s important to remember that ...

Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) affects children's ability to form emotional bonds. Learn about risk factors and how to ...

The acute stress disorder timeframe is specific: Symptoms and diagnosis occur between three days and four weeks after a traumatic event. This short window helps doctors and therapists identify people ...

Have you ever walked into a room and felt certain you’ve experienced that exact moment before? The lighting, the sounds, even the conversation—all of it feels strangely familiar, even though you know ...

The idea behind cultural competence is simple: learn about your clients’ cultures so you can provide better care. This approach has helped many therapists connect with clients from different ...

You’re looking at a screen right now. You’ve probably been looking at it for a while, haven’t you? Even though you can’t officially be diagnosed with a screen time addiction, experts say that the way ...

With over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I provide a warm, supportive space for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, women ...