Emotions: Why We Need Them

Can you imagine not feeling pain? It might seem like a great thing, but what would warn you of harm? How would you know not to put your hand on a hot stove, for example? Well, we need emotions to give us important information. In a previous blog we talked about the concept of “good” […]

Processing Emotions

How do you process your emotions? Do you try to ignore or push them away, maybe you talk to someone about how you feel (usually this can show up as venting), or do you sit down with your favorite comfort food? These might provide immediate relief or distraction, but in the long-term they probably didn’t […]

Dialectical Behavior Therapy(DBT): A Path to Mental Health and Emotional Balance

One approach to mental health treatment that has gained significant recognition and acclaim for its effectiveness is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Originally developed by psychologist Dr. Marsha M. Linehan in the late 1980s, DBT has since become a cornerstone in addressing a wide range of mental health challenges, particularly those associated with emotional dysregulation. With […]