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Are you considering attending a group therapy session or has your therapist started to encourage you to “try one out”? While many people are familiar with the traditional psychotherapy model of one therapist to one individual, they are often not as familiar with group psychotherapy. To help familiarize yourself with what group therapy actually entails,… Read more
Depression & Anxiety Depression and anxiety disorders are different, but people with depression often experience symptoms similar to those of an anxiety disorder, such as nervousness, irritability, and problems sleeping and concentrating. Each disorder has its own causes and its own emotional and behavioral symptoms. Causes Most likely, depression is caused by a combination of genetic,… Read more
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that provides wage replacement and medical benefits for injuries suffered on the job. The injury must have occurred as a result of regular duties rather than as a result of horseplay or the employee’s negligence. While the majority of claims filed will be related to physical injuries, some… Read more
Women’s Behavioral Health Issues Women’s health is an area of medicine that receives too little attention. Often, women suffer in silence, combating symptoms on their own without seeking professional help. In fact, an estimated one in five women will cope with clinical depression at some point in her life without seeking professional help or guidance. Daily… Read more
Ensuring that your child succeeds in school is about more than just packing up a lunch, making sure they bring along all their textbooks, and checking through their homework at the end of the night. Unfortunately, managing the demands of their schoolwork, friendships, and extracurricular activities can make school a source of anxiety and stress… Read more
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s triggered by a terrifying event, either experiencing it or witnessing it. When in danger, it’s natural to feel afraid. This fear triggers many split-second changes in the body to prepare to defend against the danger or to avoid it. This “fight-or-flight” response… Read more
Despite the fact that tens of millions of Americans see a therapist or physciatrist every year, it can be difficult for people to ask for help. Social stigma or simple misunderstandings about what counseling or psychiatry involves often hold people back from seeking the services they need. Here at Family Psychiatry and Therapy, we want… Read more
Personal Injury Personal injury psychiatry helps individuals cope with physical trauma and its lingering effects on their quality of life. In cases where a third party caused the injury, the scope widens to include legal ramifications. In these situations, it is essential to determine whether these adverse effects were actually created by the incident in… Read more
Therapy for Any Stage of Life, for Any Group of People Coming to therapy could be just what you need—whether you come by yourself, with your partner, in a group, in a time of turmoil or a time of joy. It could be the answer to helping you with stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship trouble or… Read more
Therapy Right for Individuals and Groups Whether you’re seeking one-on-one individual therapy or help in a group setting, Family Psychiatry and Therapy is ready to help you today. Psychiatric help is truly for anyone and everyone—even happy people. Misconceptions may lead you to believe that therapy is only for the unhappy, the depressed or those experiencing… Read more
Therapy for Your Child, Teen or Young Adult There are times we feel anxious. Or sometimes we may feel depressed. Other times we might just feel like we’re simply “stuck” in life. We are human, and our emotions experience periods of highs and lows while we encounter the good times in life as well as… Read more
Trauma is a tricky subject. The word “trauma” gets thrown around quite a bit and there seems to be a subjective nature to its definition. With the mentioning of trauma often comes the phrase “Post Traumatic Stress Disorder” (PTSD), which is a legitimate mental disorder listed within the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders… Read more
ADD, or attention deficit disorder, is the outdated term for ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). In 1987, the American Psychological Association discontinued the use of the term ADD and instead replaced it with ADHD. However, in modern times both terms are thrown about and sometimes this can cause major confusion. In a modern context, ADD… Read more
While parenting is one of the greatest joys in life, it is also one of the most challenging. Parents are responsible for not only meeting their child’s physical and emotional needs, but also teaching them life skills, social skills, and appropriate behaviors. For new parents, overwhelmed parents, or parents with a mental health condition, this… Read more
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, commonly referred to as ADHD, can have very different effects of children and adults based on their biological sex. In fact, ADHD is exhibited differently in females than it is in males. Because of this difference, ADHD is more commonly diagnosed in males, yet research has found that it affects both sexes… Read more
Relationships are hard. There’s just no getting around that fact. The perfect, yet effortless relationships of sitcoms are nothing more than hopeful myths. To truly have a great relationship, you’re going to have to work at it every day. Part of this work is recognizing when your relationship needs something different than what you’ve been… Read more
When many people hear the term “Post Traumatic Stress Disorder” or PTSD, they picture war veterans, survivors of violent attacks, or people who have been through a natural disaster. However, PTSD can also affect children, especially those with adverse childhood experiences (ACE). According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 4% of children have been… Read more
There are different approaches to psychotherapy available and finding an option that works best for you is the key to a successful outcome. Group therapy is one approach to psychotherapy that some people have found to be quite beneficial. You may have heard of group therapy and have begun to wonder if this would be… Read more
When it comes to finding effective treatment methods for depression, every person is different. While medications are widely used to treat the mood disorder, they may not be effective in everyone. Some people may not even want to consider turning to medication at all, and will seek alternative options to help them manage their disorders…. Read more
You’re probably aware that exercise can help you feel better physically. Lift weights, and you can get stronger. Stretch regularly, and you can become more flexible. Start running, and you can increase your stamina. But the benefits of exercise don’t stop with your body; they extend to your mind. Physical and mental health are more… Read more
While mental health is just as important as physical health, the mental health system is not as transparent. Nevertheless, if you are dealing with mental health concerns, knowing where to seek treatment is the first important step. Often the terms “psychologist” and “psychiatrists” are thrown about, even used interchangeably by some individuals, but what do… Read more
The teenage years are tough on both teenagers and their parents. As your child navigates this tricky terrain between childhood and adulthood, they will start to try to define and assert their identity, which is stressful for both parties involved. While some strife and disobedience are to be expected during the teenage years, there comes… Read more
It’s normal for your emotions to fluctuate throughout the day. You might feel content upon waking up, exasperated while waiting for a late bus, or ecstatic upon getting a pay raise. But have you ever experienced a rapid change in your emotions, for seemingly no reason? Mood swings are extreme and sudden changes in a… Read more
It can be difficult enough for a grown adult to realize that he or she may be struggling with a mental health disorder. You can imagine how hard life is for children with mental disorders, who have no idea why they seem or feel different from “normal” children. That’s where parents and other caring adults… Read more
The medical world is always changing, but something that doesn’t change is the information provided by our own bodies. From muscle tension to brainwave activity, our bodies can tell us so much about our internal reactions to stress. Biofeedback collects that information, which can then be used to train a patient’s brain. As the patient… Read more
One of the most common myths about therapy is that it’s only for people with mental disorders, or those struggling with trauma. But really, therapy isn’t just for people who “need” it. It can benefit everyone, even perfectly happy, healthy people; the ultimate goal of therapy is to help you become a more productive, better… Read more
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common mental health condition that affects about 10% of the U.S. population, according to CHADD. Even with all of the advancements in science and technology over the years, ADHD can still be a tricky condition to diagnose. Thorough testing is required for determining the precise type of ADHD… Read more
Most relationships go through natural ebbs and flows. When a relationship is experiencing a lull due to a conflict, marriage counseling (or couples counseling) is a great way to acquire the tools to get past the low point of the relationship and improve the relationship for both parties. Couples counseling is a type of therapy… Read more
It can be difficult for parents to distinguish whether a child is exhibiting disruptive, but normal, behavior, or whether the child is showing symptoms of a larger issue. Human behavior is prone to swings, but children especially can display erratic behavior. Not all tantrums are symptomatic of a disorder, but sometimes they can be. Making… Read more
Depression is a mood disorder that causes prolonged feelings of sadness or disinterest. Sometimes referred to as clinical depression, the disorder can lead to a variety of emotional and physical issues. The symptoms of depression can make it difficult to complete day-to-day activities and can cause strain in personal relationships. For individuals experiencing the symptoms… Read more
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