Chronic stress poses significant dangers to our overall well-being. It can wreak havoc on our physical health, increasing the risk of...

Parental alienation is a term used to describe a process where one parent tries to cause a child to reject, fear, or avoid contact with...



The holidays. A time for twinkling lights, rosy cheeks, festive cheer, neatly wrapped presents, fresh baked cookies, and many other...

There are many compliments that flatter, and others that humble, but my favorite is when people say that I have a "positive" attitude. My...

Grounding, also called earthing, refers to the practice of connecting with the Earth's surface by walking barefoot or using special...

About a week ago I blogged about "7 Benefits to Counseling." This prompted Misty and I to discuss how to find the right counselor. ...

Getting enough sleep is an important aspect of maintaining good mental health. Here are some mental health benefits of getting more...

Fasting is the practice of abstaining from food or drink for a period of time, and it has been practiced by various cultures and...

The topic of prayer is complex and multifaceted. I wonder how many people know the power of prayer. In the past I’ve given dozens of...

I’m often fascinated by individuals who have a negative outlook on counseling. In fact, when it is discussed, people often frown upon it....

Many people talk about mediation these days, like it’s some kind of fad, but it’s been around for thousands of years. It’s a useful tool...

Personality disorders are a type of mental disorder characterized by a rigid and unhealthy pattern of thinking, feeling, and behaving...

Neurodevelopmental disorders are a group of conditions that typically manifest in early childhood and are characterized by developmental...

Dissociative disorders are a group of mental health conditions that involve a disruption or dissociation of a person's normal...

Eating disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by a persistent disturbance in eating or eating-related behavior,...

In previous blogs I have emphasized the need for meditation. A large component of meditation is mindfulness. But you can also be mindful...

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder characterized by a pattern of uncontrollable, recurring thoughts...

Psychotic disorders are a group of mental illnesses that are characterized by a loss of contact with reality. These disorders are mainly...

Substance abuse disorders, also known as substance use disorders, are a type of mental health disorder. They are characterized by the...