The Mental Health Effects of Sexual Assault and Abuse
According to RAINN, one American is sexually assaulted every 73 seconds, and buttressing this, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that 1 out 3 women and 1 out of 4 men gets sexually violated and assaulted in their lives. Also, according to the CDC, 27.6 million men and 52.2 million women in America […]
Can Sexual Betrayal Cause PTSD?
Sexual betrayal is one thing that can leave a person devastated in a relationship because sex has been considered as being sacred in a relationship. The fact is that these people who experience sexual infidelity from their spouse are not really affected by the sex itself, what affects them is the fact that their trust […]
Relationship Counseling and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy – EFT
Relationships and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) Written by Thom Bianco MA, LMHCA, CPC Relationships can be tough, painful, and make life miserable. They can also be loving, pleasant, and make life joyful. Where are you at in your relationship? Are you struggling to keep it going? Do you feel alone and unwanted? Are you […]
How to Heal From Betrayal Trauma
Many people today suffer from betrayal trauma without an inclination of what it is. Betrayal trauma can be likened to when a person you are significantly attached to or depend on, like a friend, parent, spouse, or lover, doesn’t only betray your trust but also lets you down in the most critical way. People who […]
Do We Need Substance Abuse Counseling or Relationship Counseling?
Substance abuse counseling? This also known as drug abuse or drug use disorder is the use of psychoactive drugs immoderately, substances such as alcohol, pain medication or illegal drugs. This mostly leads to physical, social and emotional harm, results in unfavorable conditions and consequences. This act has invaded human society and has become the most […]
Emotions and How to Process Them
Authors Note: The information in the following article intentionally minimizes the use of scientific and psychological jargon. The author wants this article to be about your understanding of emotions and how to process them. The article is presented with a simplified approach and a practice exercise is included. Commonly heard and everyday vocabulary is used […]
Sex Addiction Therapy & Trauma Counseling Articles by Heidi Kinsella
I had the privilege and honor to work Gentle Path at the Meadows for just under a year during 2014 and the beginning of 2015. The time I spent there was one of the most amazing and educational experiences of my life. I had the opportunity to work alongside and be trained by the leading […]
When it’s Time to Call a Counselor
Thanks to enlightenment in this day and age, counseling or psychotherapy have lost the negative belief of only being for ‘crazy’ people. Yet, people still believe that you have to feel terrible, or your life has to be in shambles before seeing a counselor. Even if we think we need help, too many of us […]
Do I Need Betrayed Partners Counseling or Therapy?
What is Betrayed Partners Counseling? Finding out that your partner has sexually betrayed you is a complete shock to your system. It effects every aspect of your life, including your mental and physical health. Betrayed partners find themselves overwhelmed, anxious and unable to concentrate. The intrusive throughs of their significant other being sexual with another […]
What is High-Power Confusion Counseling?
Power is influence over another. It can be personal or role power. Personal power is the innate capacity to have influence over another. It’s that ability in man to provide leadership when he knows he will be heard. On the other hand, role power is the power that accompanies a leadership position. It’s simply the […]