How to stop PTSD triggers PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) can be triggered in many different ways. Every day you are experiencing millions of sensations through every one of your senses. From looking at the clock when you wake up, to smelling the restaurant that you pass on your way to work, you are constantly
Finding Help with Depression It can be tough to feel sad, tired, irritable, and unsociable on a daily basis, yet that is what a growing number of people are being forced to do. Depression is not easy to treat, as both medication and strength of will often fail to help. What other options are open
What is a first therapy session like? Written by a therapist in Long Beach. Your first session might differ from therapist to therapist. I will explain what a first session is like at Long Beach Therapy. Usually your therapist will ask a question such as “What brought you here?” or “Where do you want to
The Affects Of Domestic Violence On Children made worse during COVID This blog post is written for all the domestic violence victims who are being forced to be locked in the house with their perpetrators due to COVID. For all the victims who are getting attacked more often because it is more difficult to keep
How to talk to a therapist about my fears of COVID-19. Tips from a licensed therapist in Long Beach. Mental health therapists are considered “essential” under California’s “shelter at home” self quarantine rules, so people are still allowed to go to their therapists office (especially if the therapist can set you up 6 feet apart
How to set up an appointment for online therapy during social distancing because of COVID-19? Answers from a licensed therapist in Long Beach. Life was already overwhelming before the worry of COVID-19 (COVID-19) pandemic. We don’t want social distancing rules to stop you from getting the support you need. Many people who were contemplating calling
Grounding exercise for reducing anxiety Take a few slow deep breaths. Put your hand on your lower stomach and see if you can breath deep enough for your abdomen to rise and fall as you breath (that’s your diaphragm). Name FIVE things you see around you. Name FOUR things you can touch around you. Name
Information for clients re: coronavirus (yes, we are open) To our valued families, Like many of you, we are closely monitoring the Center of Disease Control (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), medical agencies, and various other sources regarding the corona virus (COVID-19). Your safety and the safety of our therapists are of the utmost importance.
Online therapy for anxiety about coronavirus; Info from a licensed therapist in Long Beach. For many people who don’t have to deal with anxiety on a daily basis, they are learning a little bit about what anxiety feels like. Like many people, I went for my normal shopping trip to the grocery store this week
What is TFCBT therapy? Written by a licensed therapist who is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an evidenced based treatment option for people living with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). It has been shown in research to effectively reduce PTSD symptoms. In TFCBT, your therapist will work with you
