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Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder
Having a panic attack is extremely distressing. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), 4.7 % of the population will be diagnosed with Panic Disorder and 11% will have a panic attack in their lifetime. You may feel they are having a heart attack and are going to die at any moment. Typical of a panic attack: racing and pounding heart, very tight chest and difficulty breathing deeply. Think of your brain as a car with an accelerator and a brake. When you have a panic attack, the accelerator is pressed to the floor, and it feels you are losing control of yourself. With training, you can learn how to put the brake on and to deeply relax. You will learn to very deeply relax your body and mind. We’ll do an anxiety screening when you book your free chat.
PTSD for Veterans
According to the Veterans Affairs research, PTSD effects 7% of Veterans by the time they are discharged from the military and contributes to the high suicide rate among Veterans of 22 deaths per day. Symptoms include: constant fear of other people, avoidance of thoughts and situations associated with the trauma, loss of the ability to trust others, increased irritability, difficulty in relationships at home and at work. Veterans are often embarrassed to admit that they have PTSD. EMDR Therapy is an effective treatment for PTSD. Veterans can go to https://EDMRIA.org for more information, or scroll down to Resources & Tools to read “Overview of EMDR” and view the video. Call now to receive your free assessment.
Depression And Anxiety
According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), depression is a common form of mental health issues, with 12% of Americans reporting having a form of depression in their lifetime. Symptoms include: depressed mood daily, loss of interest in hobbies, insomnia or oversleeping, increased fatigue and possibly thoughts of suicide or homicide. Anxiety disorders are more common among Americans, with 31% reporting having that diagnosis over their lifetime. Symptoms may include racing thoughts, physical tension, restlessness and a fear of the future. We will do a screening to determine the type of anxiety or depression that you are experiencing. That is the first step in reclaiming your hope, strength and confidence.
Grief and Loss
Grief and loss are inherent parts of the human experience, affecting us all at different stages of life. Losses that can deeply effect us all. The issue may range from the loss of a job, loss of a spouse, loss of an ability, loss of a good friend or simply loss of a familiar setting that results from a significant geographic from a much loved home. Grief encompasses a complex range of emotions, from sadness and anger to confusion and even guilt. Grief often comes in waves and can result in strange, unexpected mood shifts occurring minute to minute. This can be very confusing and people can get stuck in a stage which won’t allow them to move forward to acceptance. They may be stuck for years. We will do an assessment of your symptoms of anxiety and depression during the free chat.
PTSD for Civilians
According to the National Institute of Health, approximately 6.8% of Americans will be diagnosed with PTSD over their lifetimes. The trauma could be the result of a car accident, a job changes, a divorce, a severe illness, or simply adjusting to the aging process. Some people are simply naturally more sensitive than others, and as a result they are more likely to develop PTSD symptoms which may include painful memories of an experience, avoidance of certain situations that are associated with the trauma, distressing dreams or nightmares, trust issues, and loss of the ability to enjoy hobbies or friends. Curious about E.M.D.R. therapy? Go to http://www.EMDRIA.org. Or scroll down to “Resources & Tools”, read “Overview of EMDR” and watch the video. We will also do a screen for anxiety.
Stress Management & Imposter Syndrome
According to the National Institute of Health (NIH) as much as 90% of all visits to primary care physicians involve stress-related disorders. They can be a variety of symptoms including headaches, digestion problems, insomnia, fatigue, and heart disease. The “Imposter Syndrome” also is related to stress; however, it comes of significant self-doubt and a negative distortion in the way the client views themselves. The treatment involves the understanding of how thoughts create stress. The ability to change their thinking and, as a result, lower physical tension is an important coping skill. We will do an assessment of your level of stress whenever we do your free 15-minute chat.