by John Sharpe | May 29, 2022 | Blog
Therapy can be viewed negatively. Some individuals believe that if they go to therapy, they will be stigmatized by others as being weak or having a mental health disorder that they should be ashamed of. Unfortunately, these misguided perspectives lack understanding of...
by John Sharpe | Sep 28, 2021 | Group Therapy
The Internal Family Systems Model (IFS) is an integrative approach to traditional psychotherapy. It is a powerfully transformative, evidence-based therapy modality. IFS practitioners ask clients to personify their inner parts, compartmentalizing different aspects of...
by John Sharpe | Sep 20, 2021 | Blog
Anxiety is a typical response to stressful situations. It’s normal to feel anxious when taking a test, giving a speech, or going on a first date. When we face uncertainty or need to perform under pressure, a healthy amount of anxiety can help stimulate and excite us,...
by westcoastrc | Aug 24, 2021 | Blog, Meditation, Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a mental practice that involves being fully aware and present in a given moment. One becomes aware of thoughts, feelings, and other sensations that arise with complete acceptance and no judgment in this mental state. Mindfulness aims to bring about...
by westcoastrc | Aug 11, 2021 | Family Therapy, Relapse Prevention, Treatment Modalities
Trauma can happen to anyone, with many people experiencing numerous traumas over their lifetime. It can be challenging to identify a personal experience as trauma if we are unsure how to categorize trauma itself. The American Psychological Association defines trauma...
