Domestic violence can include abuse that is not only physical in nature, but also emotional, psychological, verbal, sexual, and/or financial. The depth and longevity of wounds that result from domestic violence can reach even further than the incident itself. Staying in an abusive situation can easily become a vicious cycle that is very difficult to break out of. An abusive individual may constantly demean, criticize, humiliate, … Read More
Anxiety disorders are the most common group of mental disorders. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, around 40 million adults in the United States over the age of 18 experience some type of anxiety disorder. Although many psychological conditions may involve anxiety, some of the most common may include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, agoraphobia and/or social anxiety disorder. … Read More
In a society that places so much pressure on each of us, drug addiction has become an increasingly common problem. The effects of drug addiction can be far reaching, having an impact on every aspect of life from work performance to family relationships. Whether the addiction is for medicinal or recreational substances, finding a solution to the problem is essential for enabling the sufferer to find … Read More
Experiencing some amount of anxiety can be normal; as a natural survival instinct, to enhance motivation, or perform well under stress. It can be related to work / school performance, important life events, or taking caution to protect oneself. When anxiety becomes a pervasive disruption to your daily life though, it takes an insidious toll on many aspects of your mental health, work and relationships. This … Read More
Addiction Therapy in Long Island, NY – Follow us on Facebook! For those struggling with or trying to overcome from an addiction – whether it be to tobacco, alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex – counseling is an essential part of the recovery process. Not only does the counseling process help provide an understanding of your addiction and the basis for it, but it can also furnish you … Read More
Anger Management Counseling Long Island in Suffolk County, New York WHY IS COUNSELING NECESSARY? Anger is a completely normal emotion that everyone naturally feels from time to time. However, when you feel excessive anger, and this unpleasant emotion starts to seep into the personal, professional, social, and other aspects of your life, it is important that you think about seeking professional advice. If you are living … Read More
Domestic violence, as defined by the US Department of Justice, is a pattern of abusive behavior to gain / maintain control over another person. It can be physical, verbal, psychological, sexual, or financial in nature. However it manifests within your relationship, it is all tied to emotional abuse for the purpose of control. Abusers assert their authority in diverse ways due to psychological reasons of their … Read More
Anger management counseling involves the process of learning to be aware of the signs of becoming angry and taking action to calm down and deal with the situation productively. The main goal of anger management counseling is not to keep you from feeling anger or holding it in / suppressing it. Anger is normal human nature, and it is actually ok to feel angry. Anger management … Read More
Seeking assistance for anxiety problems is the first step towards a better tomorrow. We all worry from time to time. These days, the world seems especially stressful and you may be feeling more angst than usual. Your time may be stretched thin due to added responsibilities or perhaps you have too much time on your hands and are feeling a sense of ennui. Either way, it … Read More
The Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island offers Imago Relationship Therapy in Suffolk County Imago therapy is a type of relationship counseling that can be helpful for couples (as well as families & individuals) who are experiencing conflict, or who simply want to cultivate better communication and intimacy in their lives. Imago, the Latin word for “image”, is at the core of the therapy, which seeks … Read More