Anger Can Be Positive
Although uncontrolled anger can be quite costly, when channeled properly anger can also be very positive. Among other things, anger can motivate us to work harder to accomplish our goals. This could...
View ArticleHow to separate Yourself from yourself
This article is about how to feel better when you are feeling overwhelmed with negative or sad thoughts. Reading and understanding this article is a good way to figure out how to feel better now and...
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Simple Solutions to Reduce Anxiety and Stress
Do you ever feel overwhelmed, stressed, or maxed out? Is your anxiety destroying your social, work, and/or love life? Do you wish you had the ability to form new relationships with people, but are...
View ArticleCaring for our Loved Ones: Depression in the Elderly
Treating Depression in the ElderlyBeth S. Patterson, MAContrary to popular belief, depression is not a "normal" part of the aging process, but a treatable mental health condition. Symptoms of...
View ArticleTurning the Anguish of Grief and Loss into Hope and Healing
Grief, Loss and TransformationBeth S. Patterson, MAFeelings of pain from the loss of a loved one can be hard on our emotions, but are a normal and healthy part of life. Feelings of grief from even...
View ArticleTips for Managing Your Anger
There are several anger management techniques that become more effective when you have the opportunity to practice them in advance. As the saying goes, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of...
View ArticleEven Ralph Kramden Used Self Talk
"Pins and needles, needles and pins; it's a happy man that grins." These classic words were made famous by Jackie Gleason in his role as Ralph Kramden in the 1950s TV sitcom, The Honeymooners. So why...
View ArticleDo You Have Anxiety?
This article chronicals the process of developing anxiety symptoms, specifically how cues or triggers elicit the response. Some general pointers about anxiety frame the specific concepts.
View ArticleDo You Have Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Using the DSM IV as a starting point, this article helps the reader look at their own symptoms with an eye towards self-diagnosis and beginning self-treatment.
View ArticleThe Use of Lucid Dreaming in the Treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Dream work has been part of psychotherapy since the very beginning. I believe the reason lucid dream work has not yet made its way into clinical practice is because it grew out of sleep and dream...
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