When someone you love is struggling with depression, it’s natural to want to help, but knowing exactly how can be difficult. At Philly Family Life Counseling, we often work with couples navigating this very challenge. Depression affects not just the individual, but the relationship as a whole. Supporting a partner with depression can often make you feel helpless, but there are ways you can make … [Read more...] about Supporting a Partner with Depression: 7 Tips for Compassionate Care
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CBT for Depression: How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Works
If you struggle with depression, then you know seeking help can sometimes feel overwhelming. There are a lot of therapists out there to choose from, and many different methods and strategies for treating depression. If negative thoughts and behavioral patterns have started to take over your life, then Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers a structured, evidence-based approach to help you … [Read more...] about CBT for Depression: How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Works
Group Therapy: How It Can Support Addiction Recovery
At Philly Family Life Counseling, LLC we understand the importance of community and connection in healing. Addiction in particular can often feel very isolating. That’s why group therapy is a key component of our approach to addiction therapy. For many individuals in recovery, group sessions offer a safe, supportive environment to learn, grow, and find strength in shared experiences. We integrate … [Read more...] about Group Therapy: How It Can Support Addiction Recovery
Coping with Loss: Grief Self-Care Strategies To Help You Process
Losing a loved one is never easy. Whether expected or sudden, the death of someone close to us can affect us greatly. Everyone experiences grief differently, but in the wake of loss, grief doesn’t have to control your life. While coping with loss can feel daunting, relying on a few self-care tactics can help you navigate this tumultuous time in your life. Grief Self-Care – Taking Steps to Manage … [Read more...] about Coping with Loss: Grief Self-Care Strategies To Help You Process
Breaking the Stigma: Why Seeking Therapy is a Sign of Strength
When it comes to treating mental health, for many, the idea of trying therapy can feel daunting. The stigma surrounding therapy has been fueled by many myths, like how therapy is only for people who need to treat severe mental illness. While therapy can certainly help those who need treatment for illnesses like severe depression, anxiety, and PTSD, therapy can positively impact everyone. At … [Read more...] about Breaking the Stigma: Why Seeking Therapy is a Sign of Strength
Understanding Dual Diagnosis: Managing Mental Health and Addiction Together
If you struggle with addiction, you know that substance abuse and other mental health issues can sometimes go hand-in-hand. People with a substance use disorder (SUD) may have other mental health disorders, and people with mental health disorders may also struggle with substance use. When mental health and addiction are addressed together, this is considered co-occurring, or dual diagnosis. If … [Read more...] about Understanding Dual Diagnosis: Managing Mental Health and Addiction Together
