EMDR at Spirit-Mind-Body Connections Counseling, PLLC

I have completed a 50 hour EMDR therapist training course that included 20 hours of didactic learning, 20 hours of practicum and 10 hours of consultation. Having completed this course August 2018, I am currently pursing an optional certification through the EMDRIA organization. Becoming a certified EMDR therapist involves further continuing education and consultation with…

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Family Counseling in Carrollton, TX

“I don’t know where to turn, what to do, no one seems to understand, I feel alone. Am I the only one going through this? What happened to us?” These are some of the sentiments that may have preceded you looking for a therapist. You could be having conflict with your adolescent, your spouse or…

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Signs of Depression

Always seek professional assistance and avoid self-diagnosing. However, it’s important to have education about depression which may indicate warning signs to watch for and please seek help from a mental health provider. Mental health issues are no different than medical ones, meaning you are not a diagnosis but simply have symptoms of depression which is treatable…

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Who Owns a Problem?

Cooperation between family members can lead to productive problem solving and allows children to be responsible for some of their own behaviors. Before this can begin, you should decide who really “owns” the problem – the child? or adult? This takes a series of questions to ask, such as is a child too young to…

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What’s the difference between Punishment and Discipline?

Punishment – teaches resentment and fear and can lower self esteem. Punishments include: Threats, yelling and put-downs where sometimes threats are carried out, sometimes not and yelling makes things worse. Taking things away for both small and big things which have nothing to do with what the child did wrong. Spanking and hitting show children…

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