Eating disorders involve a complex and damaging relationship with food, eating, exercise, and body image. There are a variety of eating disorders and not all treatment is the same. Eating disorders can present in diverse ways, it may not always be obvious that someone is struggling. There is not necessarily one single cause for an eating disorder. Typically they start…
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When does fear become a phobia?
A phobia is a fear about a specific object or situation. Some phobias are very specific and limited (arachnophobia – fear of spiders only occurs when a spider is seen), others are more general (fear of heights – can occur when looking out a high window or driving over a bridge). There are approximately 19 million Americans diagnosed with phobias.…
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Our New Addition to Embrace Change Therapy
Meet our newest team member, Lourdes. Lourdes is an intern working on her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Wayne State University. She is currently accepting new clients at a low cash rate. She has put together a brief introduction and background information. Come learn more about her! “I am a 2nd generation Mexican American woman whose parents…
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What To Consider If You Want To Quit Smoking
Not sure where to start? First, it’s a good idea to understand why you want to quit smoking. Recognizing your own reasoning can help you use the right tools and be successful. Knowing the benefits of quitting smoking can be a huge motivator as well. It is important to have a good understanding of why quitting may be challenging but…
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Ways Alcohol Consumption Can Impact You
March is mostly commonly associated with St. Patrick’s day. The holiday that many hear about and think of the color green. But some may hear about St. Patrick’s day and think about an alcoholic beverage. As we are approaching the holiday this week, it may be helpful to reflect about alcohol consumption before partaking in the festivities. We have put…
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Heart Health All Year Long
February was American Heart Health Month but what are some ways you can continue that awareness all year long? Focusing on hearth health is not geared towards just one population. We can all benefit from taking time to learn more and focus on our cardiovascular health. Know Your Risks. Speak with a doctor to learn more about your risk for…
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How To Talk To Your Therapist About Suicidal Thoughts
Suicide is a scary topic. But the truth is, many people have thoughts about taking their own life at one time or another. Talking about suicidal thoughts is important but it can be scary to talk about it with others. Thinking about death or suicide doesn’t necessarily mean you have a mental health disorder, but it does mean you need…
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What Intentions Do You Have For The New Year?
As the new year approaches many reflect on what has transpired over the past year. There is often talk about creating resolutions for the year to come. There can be negative feelings associated with this as often times, resolutions fizzle out and then you end up disappointed or feeling down on yourself. Instead, when reflecting about what the new year…
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The Many Health Benefits Of Crying
How often have you heard some version of the message, “It won’t do any good to cry about it”? One example is the saying, “There’s no use crying over spilled milk.” People say things like this all the time. People often talk about crying like it’s a waste of time because it won’t fix the problem. But the thing is,…
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Breaking Negative Cycles With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Do you ever feel stuck in a spiral of negative thoughts and emotions? Do you find yourself doing the same thing over and over again even when it’s not working? These kinds of negative cycles are at the root of many human problems, from anxiety and depression to relationship issues and substance use disorders. Finding a way to break these…
