My YouTube channel, Mental Health in the Movies, is having the intended effect! People are starting to recognize patterns of abuse in neglect in themselves and others. They are asking questions about what abuse and neglect look like. If my clients are representative...
A “shared space” is any area that two or more people use. This could be public, such as a bus stop, library, or restaurant. It can also be private, such as a bathroom, living room, or closet. The people who use this area have overlapping needs,...
When I first heard about emotional support animals, I thought it was a fabulous idea. I’d seen research that said elderly people live longer and have a better quality of life when they have a pet. Being a pet owner myself, I know the love and joy that a pet can...
For most of us, spirituality is a strength. It is what gets us through hard times. Spirituality bonds us to a community and creates traditions. However anything, including things that are typically positive, can be made into something traumatic when there is misuse or...
Being ghosted can stimulate feelings of abandonment and questions like, “What happened?” “Was it something I did?” In this article, I’ll explore what to do when you’ve been ghosted. Clarify the Situation Before you label...
