As we mentioned in an earlier blog, online therapy (also known as teletherapy, virtual therapy, and telehealth therapy) is therapy provided by a licensed Colorado therapist to a client who also may be located anywhere in Colorado. This type of therapy is delivered through a...
Colorado online therapy (also referred to as teletherapy, virtual therapy, telemedicine therapy, and E-Therapy) is already available. Colorado online therapy is the delivery of online services - from a licensed Colorado therapist to a client located anywhere in Colorado. This type of therapy is delivered through a...
A Quick View of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) What is EMDR? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a non-conventional type of psychotherapy crafted to reduce negative thoughts and feelings arising from traumatic experiences. The primary targets of EMDR are not only on the traumatic...
What Is Meant By Schema In Cognitive Therapy and Psychology? A schema in psychology is a cognitive thought pattern or behavior that helps organize and decipher different categories of information we receive from our external world. It can be explained as a mental structure of pre-existing...
Ready to schedule an appointment? Schedule online or call 303-986-4197. At some time in our lives, all of us really feel overwhelmed and might need skilled assistance to cope with our problems in life. In accordance with the National Institute of Mental Health, more than 50 million people...
For abuse survivors, seeking therapy can often be a difficult decision, and may not be a conscious, chosen path to coping until years afterward. Throughout a person’s life, abuse can come in many forms—including physical, sexual, emotional, verbal, psychological and financial mistreatment—and unfortunately, the list...
Have you ever wondered, “Am I an emotional eater?” The truth is most of us, at some point in our lives, will question whether or not we are making the right choices when it comes to food. As we get older, our bodies grow and...
For those suffering from chronic pain, learning how to manage the physical symptoms is often just the beginning of a complex journey toward healthy living. Persistent bodily pain can easily take a toll on your mental health, leading to unpleasant changes in mood, behavior and...
Postpartum depression (also known as postnatal depression or PPD) is a mood disorder that arises after childbirth. While postpartum depression can occur at any time within the first year, symptoms typically appear between two weeks to a month after delivery. Symptoms can include anxiety, lack...
The choice to seek individual therapy is a significant moment in a person’s life. When someone decides to see a therapist, it is often a reaction to troubling thoughts and behaviors (such as anxiety/depression), a recent trauma/life event or other ongoing issues that make it...
Cognitive behavioral therapy is a commonly used, evidence-based practice that’s employed to treat mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. While perhaps not for everyone, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (or “CBT”) treatment has proven effective for a number of individuals who wish to change irrational...
Post-Partum Depression Giving birth signifies the start of a woman's journey into motherhood. The first cries of her baby awaken all the motherly instincts in a mother. But, every so often, childbirth can prove to be a harrowing experience which puts the new mother under a...
Therapy for Managing Stress and Trauma: Adjustment Disorder Many times, people have trouble adjusting to a difficult or stressful event such as the loss of a loved one or a natural disaster such as a storm or flood, or a violation of their individual rights. These events...
Biofeedback Therapy Biofeedback therapy is a form of treatment that is used to help patients suffering from attention deficit disorder (ADD), depression, anxiety, addiction, and other conditions by controlling involuntary mental processes which may be contributing to these problems. Through biofeedback, patients may learn to control their...
Play Therapy for Children Play therapy is a technique used in therapy for children. In play therapy, a therapist interacts with the child by interpreting play behavior and communication. Play therapy also uses a child's play to help him or her manage the emotional and behavioral difficulties...
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Or EMDR Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing or EMDR is a therapy technique that is used to treat patients who are troubled by traumatic memories. The technique focuses on the emotions and negative feelings triggered by trauma. EMDR is most commonly used...
Conduct Disorder Conduct disorder is a term used to describe various emotional and behavioral problems that are commonly observed in a certain subset of (typically male) adolescents. Teens suffering from conduct disorder are generally anti-social and have a tough time adhering to proper social conduct, rules,...
Oppositional Defiant Disorder Oppositional defiant disorder or ODD is a common condition with children. It is a general tendency to oppose authority and includes back talk and disobedience. While some amount of disobedience and disrespect is exhibited by children of all ages, if this behavior far exceeds what...
Seasonal Affective Disorder is a condition that affects millions of people. Unsurprisingly, it is more common during the winter months when the days are shorter, hence its name. The symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder mimic those of depression and include lack of appetite, hypersomnia (sleeping...
All who struggle with panic symptoms or other types of severe anxiety have individualized patterns in which these issues are expressed; however, an especially common anxiety symptom of all is extreme fear or dread. Examples of excessive tension and irrational fear include: 1) Overpowering feelings of stress...
In 1987, psychologist Francine Shapiro found – more or less by accident – that the emotional pain induced by certain traumatic thoughts and memories was reduced when sufferers moved their eyes back and forth at a certain rhythm and in a certain way, often to...
What is psychosis? People often have a skewed impression of psychosis, which may refer to the symptoms of a mental disorder rather than to a disorder itself. The condition often manifests as hallucinations, delusions, extreme confusion and other forms of reality-impaired thinking and perception and may...
There is No Reason to Suffer Alone Be it depression, PTSD, anxiety or any other kind of mental or emotional issue, our Denver therapists are experts in handling all kinds of problems which may be troubling your peace of mind. Although you may be told that...
Depression is Not a Fashion Accessory In a somewhat disturbing turn of events, it is now becoming apparent that a lot of people today are defining or terming themselves as “depressed” when in actuality they are not. A lack of proper awareness has led people to mistake...
Dealing With Childhood Trauma Childhood is the time to play, have fun, socialize and learn new things. But not all children are privileged to have a fulfilling and happy childhood. Some children become victims of abuse - physical, emotional or sexual, making their childhood the most...
Signs of Emotional Difficulty in Adolescents Mental health issues can strike anyone, irrespective of their age, nationality, gender and physical location. But emotional or mental problems in adolescents can be especially concerning. Adolescence is not an easy time of life, and as a result it's common for...
Signs Of Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder is not at all a rare condition in the United States. According to a study conducted by Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA), about 5.7 million adults in the US currently are affected by bipolar disorder. The condition is often...
Get Over Traumatic Experiences With Therapy It is surprising to know how many people have faced trauma of various kinds. So many people have fallen victims to crimes of racism, sexism, violence, child abuse, sexual abuse, combat…the list is quite extensive. No matter how much traumatized people...
Family Therapy – Reconciling Problems at Home Every family has its own issues. There is no family that does not have its fair share of quarrels, rivalries, squabbles and so on. However, sometimes things can get out of hand – but the members of the family...
PTSD Therapy Although EMDR is effective as a PTSD Therapy, a lesser known option – and one that is at least as effective as EMDR – is known among professional therapists as “prolonged exposure.” Developed and tested primarily by the remarkable Israeli researcher and psychologist, Dr. Edna...
Marriages and serious relationships are not always the fairy-tale stories that are portrayed in the media – it takes a lot of sacrifice, effort and - most importantly - empathy for people to live a beautiful life together. That is exactly why marriage and couples...
Therapy and counseling are not only meant for people who have very severe mental health suffering. Seeking the consultation of a therapist or counselor can be helpful to face even day to day issues – in fact, you may even find hidden resources within yourself...
In a world that is getting increasingly materialistic and out-of-touch with human values, is it surprising to see that more and more people are falling prey to depression? Depression is not just ‘feeling sad’ – it is a lot deeper than that. This is why...
We continue to experience tragedies world-wide. If you watch the news or read the paper you’ve seen heart-wrenching photos of the families who have lost loved ones. It’s so difficult to watch because you yourself might have feelings of grief, putting yourself in the shoes...
Anxiety issues typically respond well to treatment, and there are a number of competent therapists in the Denver area who treat this condition. The specific therapy strategy used will depend on the kind of anxiety disorder, its severity, and personal preferences. Usually, most anxiety disorders are...
You'll find various kinds of depression signs and symptoms each with distinctive qualities, triggers, and results. Being aware of which kind of depression you are coping with will go a long way toward managing signs and symptoms in addition to choosing the best treatment plan....
There are a number of fine, highly qualified therapists in and around the Denver area who are trained to recognize and treat depression. The severity and time period of depressive symptoms will be different for every person. However, you will find some common symptoms across most...
Often people seem highly satisfied with their lifestyles, but if everyone is so happy then why is our society so affected by drug or alcohol consumption, abuse and addiction? We may use these terms interchangeably, but there are major differences: Experimentation Only Alone or with others, one...
When it is alcohol abuse, drug abuse, or an addiction to such things as prescription drugs, there are encouraging and nurturing strategies to assist your family member with the habit before it worsens. Educate Yourself on the Dependency It's important to first understand the inner workings of the...
The first step is to fully recognize the tendency to get overly attached to one thing after another, substituting one addictive substance or activity for that of another. Once this recognition has occurred then a therapy program of change can truly begin. Naturally, the substitute addiction...
Unless you live in the Denver area, it's not always easy to locate a good therapist who is conveniently located, is accepting new patients, accepts your insurance, and has expertise with the issues that are troubling you. Panoply engages several patients in cognitive behavior therapy, a...
Here are some signs that aid in recognition of a serious drug or alcohol problem that may be developing in self or others: 1) Needing more and more of the addicting substance (drugs or alcohol). 2) Keeping the company of addicts. 3) Using the substance all day long. 4)...
Before care can be given, the client will be examined to find out when the signs and symptoms of interest are triggered by depression or some other medical problem (e.g., hypothyroidism, side effect of a medication). Other possible accompanying ailments, including anxiety, anger management, trauma, relationship...
People with panic attacks have multiple and often unpredictable episodes of intense fear which may be accompanied by sweating, chest discomfort, rapid heart beat, nausea, rapid breathing, dissociation, tingling, numbness, feeling "unreal," and/or other responses associated with a heightened state of the sympathetic nervous system. Panic...
People with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) experience excessive, intrusive and undesirable ideas (obsessions) supported by compulsive actions whose purpose is to superstitiously reduce fear, anxiety,or the chances of catastrophe. These sufferers frequently recognize that their obsessive ideas and compulsive actions are exaggerated and even irrational, but nonetheless they feel at...
OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) sufferers normally have both obsessions and compulsions, although some people may experience obsessions alone. The seriousness of symptomotology tends to vary, but it often gets worse over time, especially throughout occasions of stress. Here are some examples of OCD variations: • Excessive Washing (e.g., washing hands...
Title VI provides new state and federal powers to reduce and prevent insurance abuse, including Medicare and Medicaid. Drug and medical product companies will have report most gifts. The Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute will study and support clinical outcomes on new therapies. Nursing homes...
Substance abuse is a disease. Without professional help, your loved one may not recover. Due to the sensitive nature of this issue, never take it upon yourself to tell your loved one to stop abusing alcohol or drugs. Instead, calmly tell your loved one why you believe...
America’s inadequate mental health care was thrust into the spotlight in 2013 following the stabbing of Virginia State Sen. Creigh Deeds by his mentally ill son. The younger Deeds, who committed suicide after the attack, had undergone a psychiatric evaluation but was turned away by...
Prescription drugs are playing an increasingly larger role in U.S. life, with nearly half of all Americans taking one or more medications. On one hand, more people than ever are receiving effective treatment for chronic conditions and chronic pain. But doctors and pharmacists also find...
Despite great strides in our understanding of mental illness and vast improvements in the dialogue surrounding it, too many still suffer in silence. Tens of millions of Americans face mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). National Mental...
In yet another effort by the Affordable Care Act to help regular Americans, this section establishes a National Healthcare Workforce Commission to plan for the needs of workers and to expand the healthcare workforce. Major expansions for community health centers are also supported. An exceptionally good source of information...
I am trained in family systems and I have learned to see individuals through the lens of their family, community and culture. None of us was born in a vacuum. We influence and are influenced by those around us. Some of us belong to one...
Part One: Does the Institution of Marriage Stand a Chance in Today’s World? I believe in marriage, as an institution, as a concept, as a lifestyle choice. I think lasting lifelong marriage between two people is possible, even in this time where one of two...
According to a study just published by an international team of researchers, people who have suffered childhood abuse are more likely to be diagnosed with major depression after reaching adulthood, even more likely if they have inherited genes which cause a predisposition to the disorder. Adult patients who...