This page is dedicated to discussing current events and topics of interest relating to psychotherapy, counseling, and other advice and help for issues relating to anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationships, and sexual issues. Please feel free to contact me with questions or comments. This page will be updated often, so please check back frequently. Click on the title to be directed to the article you are interested in reading about below.
The Benefits of LGBT Affirmative Therapy LGBT affirmative therapy may have been something that you’ve heard of. But what exactly does this mean? Here, Phillip McCulley talks about his perspectives on LGBT therapy, and how this can help. Phillip also discusses how affirming therapy can offer support. Hi, I’m Philip
Is Porn a Health Crisis? Earlier this year, there was well-publicized political movement in Utah against pornography. This movement politicized the use of pornography. This has led to extreme opinions about the risks and benefits of porn use. Advocates for sex positivity say that this perspective is shaming and culturally
The Art of Joining Your Partner Imagine driving fast down a highway, and someone drives next you at the same exact speed. Now imagine that you want them to stay there. You know this person is right next to because he wants to be. If you drive up ahead, and
Cheating and Infidelity Recovery Cheating and infidelity commonly lead to relationship failure. This video is meant to be a balanced perspective on considerations for both people in the relationship. There are a wide range of issues to consider when this happens to you. Social pressures and coping with the event
The Risks and Benefits of Emotional Exposure Many of us stay armored up. We micro-manage what parts of ourselves that we want others to see. In a way, this works out for us. We are less likely to get hurt, burned, or rejected. However, we also keep ourselves out of
Dealing with the Traumatic Aftermath of the Dallas Police Shooting The shooting that took place in Dallas last week left us shocked and depressed. It made it so emotions were and are still running high. We are at a time where there are many political and social divides. However, after
Is Sex Addiction Real? Why is it Controversial? In psychotherapy, there are often questions about whether or not sex addiction is a real thing. But why is this a controversy at all? In this video, I discuss the reasons that this is a controversial topic. I also offer information to
Help! My Open Relationship Is Falling Apart! If you’re in an open relationship, you know that there can be challenges to making this work. Open relationship styles fall apart for specific reasons. Jealousy issues, communication problems, and confusing boundaries can turn an open relationship into a messy situation. Polyamorous, monogamish,
Am I a Sex Addict or Love Addict? When many clients come in for their first session, they will ask “am I a sex addict or love addict?” This is an understandable question, and it can be difficult to tell which is most true. These addictions are both intimacy disorders
LGBT Progress… and Barriers This month of LGBT pride month. Although the LGBT community has much to be proud of, there are still many barriers that impact the community. Coming out is still difficult and shaming for many people. Families continue to struggle with acceptance. And the community continues to