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Psychologists Who Include Dogs in Counseling
Pet therapy includes psychologists who bring their pets (dogs, mostly) to counseling sessions with clients. Here are things to consider before combining dogs and therapy. more...
The Top 10 Qualities of Good Psychologists
A psychology career is rewarding in many ways - especially if the therapist possesses most or all of these qualities of good psychologists! more...
Helping Someone Who Has a Psychological Disorder
Is a friend or family member struggling with depression, schizophrenia, or another mental health issue? Here's how to help someone with a psychological disorder. more...
How Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Works
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy pairs horses with people to overcome emotional issues, conditions, & physical trauma - similar to traditional psychological counseling. more...
A Psychologist Who Practices Pet Therapy
When she counsels clients, psychologist Brenda Reed takes her dog to work. Pet therapy improves her clients' mood, reduces loneliness, and offers a sense of life purpose. more...
Online genetic testing may be easier than going to a hospital, but it may not offer counseling afterwards. Here are three ways to cope with online medical test results. more...
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Holiday Depression: Triggers Thanksgiving Blues
By: Linda Mundorff
Late autumn is more than just a season; it marks the beginning of the holidays, which unfortunately, for many is a trigger to episodes of anxiety, stress, and depression. more...
By: John Culbertson
A client can expect a counseling and psychotherapy practitioner to make use of several commonly used counselor skills during a therapy session. more...
By: Duncan McGibbon
To Mourn the Dead of War Immediately after Eighteen Years of Hidden Catafalques Is a New Challenge to Democratic Nations. Research Shows it Benefits Justice. more...
Secondary Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
By: Beth Ellen
Secondary post-traumatic stress disorder may have been the cause of Maj. Nidal Hasan's violent actions at Ft. Hood. Others in the U.S. military are at risk. more...
What is a Mental Health Counselor?
By: John Culbertson
Trusting, empathic, genuine, accepting, open minded, intelligent, and competent, these words describe most professional mental health counselors and psychologists. more...
Stress and Nervous Breakdown Explained
By: James Parsons
Stress breakdown, nervous breakdown, and mental breakdown refer to the same crippling disorder. Falling Apart - Living with Stress Breakdown is a book that can help! more...
Benefits of Online Support Groups
By: Margaret Auguste
The therapeutic nature and exchange of information offered by online support groups is beneficial and life affirming to its participants. more...
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