12-Step Support vs. Therapy
There is often confusion for people who are dealing with an addiction of whether or not they should participate in a 12-step support group, or if they should participate in therapy. Both have their po ...
“Should I Contact A Therapist?”
Bouncing back and forth on a decision of whether or not you should participate in therapy is the most common barrier for anyone considering counseling or therapy. Ambivalence and apprehension tend to ...
Relationship Recovery From The Ground Up
For those who are in recovery, managing intimate relationships can be very difficult. A loss of trust, codependency, and poor communication can take their toll in relationship recovery. If you are in ...
Relapse Prevention: Exercise and Dieting
Eating well and developing an exercise routine are key to any who is in a relapse prevention program. A good diet and exercise plan can positively impact your emotional health. Anxiety and depression ...
Glossary of Common Counseling Terms
Glossary of Common Counseling Terms and Reference Guide This reference guide can help to understand, define, or learn more about specific terms that are utilized on this website, as well as many othe ...
After a Relapse
After relapsing, it is common to experience shame, frustration, sadness, fear, and even anger. Getting back on track can seem pointless and the future can seem uncertain. This makes the days and weeks ...
Therapy Groups
Dallas Therapy Groups Through participation in a group therapy with people who are dealing with similar issues, fears, and underlying problems, you can process through situations in your life, recogn ...
Can you become Addicted to Sex?
Sex addiction is a controversial topic in the addictions field. One of the debates that people have is over whether or not sex can be an addiction at all. The controversy likely originates from a long ...
Should You Confront The Secrets Of A Sex Addict Partner?
If you find out about several secrets of your partner's sexual behavior, your first inclination may be to confront him about this. There are times when this is absolutely the right thing to do. Howeve ...
New Years Resolution Quick Guide
New Years Resolution time has fast approached. As a therapist who pushes people to make goals for themselves, I enjoy the benefits of this time, but also dread the problems that such a yearly landma ...