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Managing Family Stress During the Holidays: From a Mental Health Therapist Near You

Family Stress, Individual Therapy, Mental Health

With the holidays rapidly approaching, learning how to manage family stress during the holidays is more important than ever. Family stress may arise for a variety of reasons (explored further down on this page), but there are ways to manage the stress in a healthy(ier) manner. This blog post explores the causes of family stress, […]

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Why Men Shouldn’t Ignore Anger Issues: How Counseling Can Help

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Anger is a natural feeling that everyone has. However, when it becomes impossible to control, the effects can be severe. Men are sometimes discouraged from freely discussing emotional issues, such as anger, due to social expectations. Fortunately, treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy can help. Hence, counseling can be an effective tool in helping men address and manage

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Release Internal Pain: Healing Trauma Among First Responders from an Online Trauma Therapist Near Milwaukee, WI

Awareness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, First Responders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Therapy, Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Trauma

First responders (police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical services) are those in the community on the front lines. They often render life-saving medical services, stop threats in the community, or rescue those in dire situations. The Institutes of Health indicate that about 80% of first responders will experience a traumatic event in their career. This

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Fatigue and TBIs

Awareness, Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) often occur suddenly and without warning. One common symptom of a TBI is fatigue. There are many thoughts about the interrelationship between fatigue and TBIs. What we do know is that every person and their TBI affect them differently. Some people will have challenges with more short-term fatigue symptoms whereas others

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Overcome Stress and Trauma with SIBAM

Recovery, Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Stress, Trauma

The stress and trauma men can experience throughout life can leave internal scars on the body and mind. Over time, if not healed, this can disrupt relationships in men’s lives, create mood swings, insomnia challenges, and lead to isolation. This blog post will discuss how men can overcome stress and trauma with SIBAM from somatic

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The Importance of Emotional Resilience: Strategies to Bounce Back from Life’s Challenges

Emotional Resilience, Individual Therapy

Emotional resilience is a very important topic to discuss as it directly relates to mental health symptoms and one’s overall quality of life. Life throws many different stressors and challenges at us, which can either define our lives or negatively influence how we live our lives. Thus, learning about both the importance of emotional resilience

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Restore Your Well-Being with EMDR Therapy Near Pleasant Prairie, WI

Evidence-based therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Individual Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Recovery, Therapy for Men

Life doesn’t stop. That means your body and mind are constantly bombarded with stressors and various forms of trauma. Over time, the stressors and trauma can build and bubble over if not addressed. However, there will be signs that help is needed. But people don’t always want to ask for help, especially men. This blog

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The Guilt and Shame of Trauma

Awareness, Mental Health Recovery, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Therapy, Trauma

The guilt and shame of trauma are something easily missed in the therapy room. Trauma can trigger changes in how we view ourselves, the world, and our sense of safety. However, when someone is involved in a traumatic event, their role or lack thereof can create guilt and shame later in life. We’ll explore the

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3 Common Misconceptions About Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition that is often misunderstood. At Revitalize Mental Health PLLC, Daniel Gospodarek, a licensed clinical social worker, works with patients with mood disorders, including bipolar disorder. He understands that myths about this condition can prevent individuals from seeking help. This blog aims to clear up three of the most common

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PTSD Therapy Near Me to Heal

Cognitive Processing Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Therapy, Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Trauma

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can occur at any time in a person’s life. When someone experiences a PTSD-related event, that doesn’t mean that that individual will have PTSD symptoms in the future. A lot of factors in a person’s life buffer against PSTD symptom development. No matter what. PTSD symptoms can negatively impact life. That

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