“Emotional dependency is not immature or pathological. It is our greatest strength.” – Sue Johnson Introduction How do you feel about feeling? What about communicating your feelings with the person you love? Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is based on the Read more…
In our latest blog series, we have been exploring experiential therapies commonly used at Abide Counseling. This week, we are focusing on the increasingly popular experiential therapy known as Internal Family Systems (IFS). Developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz in the Read more…
“The goal of EMDR treatment is to rapidly metabolize the dysfunctional residue from the past and transform it into something useful.” – Francine Shapiro At Abide counseling, we utilize experiential therapies to foster transformational change. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Read more…
At Abide Counseling, we are passionate about using experiential therapies to help individuals and couples abide more deeply with their Selves, the Divine, and others. This sounds pretty great! But what exactly is experiential therapy, you might ask? And why Read more…
In today’s fast-paced world, stress seems to be an inevitable part of daily life. Whether it’s due to work pressures, personal challenges, or simply the pace of modern living, chronic stress can take a toll on both our mental and Read more…
Exploring some common bad habits that can affect mental health and discuss strategies for making small changes that can lead to big changes.
It is January. I don’t know about you but December sends my nervous system into overdrive. Then hits the long, grey cold of January. It’s tempting to tune in to digital devices and external sources of entertainment to fill the Read more…
The holiday season, amid the twinkling lights and festive gatherings, often comes with a unique blend of joy and stress. While it’s a time for celebration and connection, it can also bring challenges that test our emotional resilience. One crucial Read more…
A Brave New World Your teenager is entering a brave new world. And so are you. It can be hard to change and shift into a new way of parenting after over a decade of being with our kids. Navigating Read more…
Exploring Boundaries with Children Parenting is a beautiful journey filled with moments of joy, laughter, and immense love. However, it also comes with challenges, one of the most crucial being setting boundaries with your children. Establishing clear and healthy boundaries Read more…