Mental Health Counseling

As a child, Courtney Keiser remembers spirits coming through the mirrored wall in her childhood bedroom trying to calling to her for help. But years of toxic relationships and disconnect separated her from Spirit, and herself, until she finally woke up in her mid-twenties. Dipping a toe back into the realm of emotional and spiritual life, she earned a degree in trauma-informed therapy and began to work with clients.

This Too Shall Pass unflinchingly deals with major issues relating to: family, love, work, health and identity. We follow the personal narratives of 20 or so everyday people in their 20s to 80s during their most vulnerable and transformative experiences. We follow Jackson's character-building story of first love; Rachel's difficult return from maternity leave; Maria's mid-life love crisis; Sara's hopeful new life as a refugee and Owen's well-received coming out. These are unforgettable and deeply intimate yet universal stories.

Millions of people in our society suffer from anxiety, often unbeknownst to those around them. The pressures of modern life seem specially designed to cause anxiety, and anxiety is on the rise in recent years. The good news is that anxiety is very treatable. Pastor Jason Cusick tells the story of his own history with anxiety and offers expertise, practical guidance, and empathy. Filled with practical advice and the hope of Christ, The Anxiety Field Guide is a rich resource for both those who suffer from anxiety and those in a position to help them.

Ucelené a přehledné shrnutí znalostí z více než padesáti let praxe světoznámého psychiatra Stanislava Grofa, jednoho ze zakladatelů transpersonální psychologie. Počínaje jeho výzkumy užívání LSD v psychoterapii, přes jeho klinickou práci s umírajícími, holotropní dýchání, až po kosmologický přesah výzkumu vědomí. Kniha potvrzuje Grofův neocenitelný přínos pro moderní psychiatrii a psychologii, zejména v jeho intenzivním a systematickém zkoumání zážitků ve změněných stavech vědomí a pojetí holotropního dýchání. Zároveň významně přispívá do debaty o místě člověka v kosmu.

Americans spend $13 billion a year on pornography, the regular viewing of which is linked to higher acceptance of violence against women and adversarial sexual beliefs. Therapists and pastors are not always adequately equipped to address the unique demands of competent care for those struggling with sexually addictive behaviors. Reclaiming Sexual Wholeness, edited by Todd Bowman, presents cutting-edge research from a diverse group of experts in a single, comprehensive resource intended for therapists, clergy, and others in helping professions.

The book links traits of complex post-traumatic stress disorder to childhood trauma real-life examples and researched evidence of both subjects. Weaved into chapters one to nine are techniques I found to help me in my recovery. Chapter 10 and 11 are final instructions to the listener for further recovery.

Unlock the transformative power of mental health support with The Role of Therapy and Counseling. This comprehensive guide dives deep into the world of therapy, offering insights, techniques, and real-world advice designed to help you navigate your mental health journey. Whether you're a newcomer to therapy or seeking to enhance your therapeutic experience, this eBook covers all essential aspects of counseling. Begin your journey by understanding the fundamentals of mental health, dispelling common myths, and learning about the vital role therapists and counselors play. Explore various ...

Analyst and author Ann Belford Ulanov draws on her years of clinical work and reflection to make the point that madness and creativity share a kinship, an insight that shakes both analysis and analyst to the core, reminding us as it does that the suffering places of the human psyche are inextricably -- and, often inexplicably -- related to the fountains of creativity, service, and even genius. She poses disturbing questions: How do we depend on order, when chaos is a necessary part of existence?

Have you ever had a conversation with a friend or relative that’s hit a nerve and you can’t figure out why it bothered you so much? Over the course of her 15-year career, Emma has discovered that the root of this pain and confusion often lies in a blind spot: a gap in our awareness that distorts how we perceive ourselves and our loved ones which, left unchallenged, can leave us feeling unloved, insecure or overwhelmed. Emma reveals the four blind spot profiles along with client case studies to demonstrate how they show up in daily life, and exercises to help us see past them.

Forgiveness allows open wounds to heal properly, and the scar left behind serves as a reminder, the memory of the event. Without forgiveness, the wound remains open for many individuals, often lasting a lifetime. This open wound continues to hurt, and over time, it fills with filth and foulness. It becomes infected, affecting the way we make decisions going forward. The absence of forgiveness is like the chains that keep a person shackled to the wall of pain. Forgiveness releases us from that wall. While we may still carry the marks on our wrists and ankles from those chains, they are ...

We all want to connect with others and more importantly, ourselves. We all want to find our purpose and passion. I was lost and spent my whole life finding what it meant to be me, to live with purpose, passion and happiness. What I learned fills these pages. My quest to learn about myself, and my nature to share what I have learned, has earned me a global stage of thousands of students who are listening, implementing and changing their lives. I am grateful to have these connections as life has also taught me to honor and cherish our connections. As a collective humanity, we share many if ...

The Alchemy of the Enneagram in Transforming Addiction describes the distinct differences between the nine Enneagram types and their particular addiction struggles, protective mechanisms, relapse patterns, and key strategies for each type that will allow them to become conscious and drug-free men.

We all have mental health. Whether good or bad, everyone has mental health challenges; like taking care of our physical and spiritual health. For most people, physical health is much easier to understand. If we have a stomach pain or persistent cough, we have no issues going to see the doctor or taking a pill to feel better. Regardless of what the discomfort may be, we want to quickly correct our physical discomfort. In general, mental health is treated very differently than obvious challenges. If we feel sad, depressed, or anxious, who do we tell?

Broken and Blue: A Policeman’s Guide To Health, Hope, and Healing by Chief Scott Silverii is a heartfelt and powerful testimonial of a law enforcement officer’s journey through the darkest valleys of anxiety, pain, and PTSD. With over 25 years of service, Chief Silverii shares his personal struggles and the toll that a career in policing can take on one’s mental and emotional health. This book is not just a recount of hardships but a beacon of hope and a guide to healing. Chief Silverii opens up about his path to recovery, offering practical advice and spiritual insights that helped ...

Integrating Geek Culture into Therapeutic Practice: The Clinician's Guide to Geek Therapy, the 2nd Edition, is a comprehensive compendium of how Geek Therapy clinicians and scholars currently use a variety of games, media artifacts, and other geek culture items in therapeutic context and intervention. Even more important, the authors within this book are currently at the forefront of their research fields and are accordingly considered experts within the growing field of Geek Therapy clinical practice.

"Attachment Theory in with Couples" is your comprehensive guide to understanding and overcoming anxious attachment. This book will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to break free from the cycle of insecurity and build the healthy, fulfilling relationships you deserve.

The Path Within is an invitation to observe and transform the only person who can access and influence your life and your future: you! Filled with sound philosophy and practical examples, this book is the culmination of many client sessions and years of exploring how the human mind learns and is able to relearn its foundation of reality. With deeper understanding of this process, we are able to heal ourselves and effectively collaborate with the world and the reality of our lives.

A decade ago, with his breakaway best seller, Listening to Prozac, Peter Kramer revolutionized the way we think about antidepressants and the culture in which they are so widely used. Now, he returns with a profound and original look at the condition those medications treat, depression. He asks: If we could eradicate depression so that no human being ever suffered it again, would we?

Title "Embracing Diversity in Young Minds Fostering Understanding and Inclusivity in Adolescence" Dive into the vibrant tapestry of cultural diversity and competence with "Embracing Diversity in Young Minds," a groundbreaking eBook poised to revolutionize the approach to adolescence in multi-ethnic landscapes. This thoughtfully curated collection of chapters weaves together the intricacies of adolescent development amid the complexities of a culturally rich society. In Chapter 1, explore the nuanced layers of cultural identity and unpack the pressing need for cultural competence in ...

Peter Fraenkel presents a practical, creative, integrative approach that combines action- and insight-oriented techniques to help last-chance couples manage conflict, modulate intense negative emotions, address power struggles, develop mutual compassion, and restore emotional intimacy and pleasurable connection. Special attention is paid to developing a collaborative therapeutic alliance when partners have little motivation for therapy or faith that it can be effective. Through engaging in "nonbinding experiments in possibility," partners can then better evaluate whether to "stay or go."