by Christine Frank | Mar 26, 2018 | Depression
Depression is one of the most common mental health issues a person can have. It affects millions of Americans each year, and not everyone seeks treatment for it. There are many different types of depression. Some are chronic, which means it can last for months or...
by Dr Aletta | Mar 9, 2017 | Good Therapy, Self-Esteem
Being a therapist for 25+ years I’ve heard all sorts of reasons why people don’t go to therapy. Here are the top 5 reasons I hear people say about why they don’t go to therapy. I’m not that depressed, stressed, anxious, fill in the blank. I...
by Dr Aletta | Aug 18, 2014 | Inspiration, Self-Esteem
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” ~Anais Nin Don’t you love that quote? I don’t know how many women I’ve met who say this quote is an all time favorite. Why does...
by Dr Aletta | May 24, 2012 | Depression, Self-Esteem
Coming out of depression is not a smooth road. People will ask “how are you?”, and I mean people who really care, well-informed, loving people. You reply honestly and say it’s been rough. “But I thought you were doing better!” they say in...
by Dr Aletta | Jul 16, 2010 | Mental Health, Relationships
By Dr. AlettaThe number of people who don't take their hard-earned vacation time is appalling. A survey of American workers reports that more than half don't use their vacation or personal leave time. More than half! Why do people do that to themselves? Sadly...