Welcome to our blog. Avedian Counseling Center strives to provide valuable insights and practical advice to help you navigate the complex world of emotional well-being. Whether you’re seeking guidance on managing stress, overcoming depression, or building resilience, our articles are designed to offer expert tips and therapeutic strategies. We aim to support your journey toward a healthier mind and happier life.
Are you wondering how to choose a therapist? I have found that one major factor stands out above all others: the connection between the therapist and the client. While theoretical approaches matter, therapy is ultimately a human relationship.
We tell ourselves stories about who we are and what we mean. These narratives shape our core beliefs and influence our identity.
Why are men able to express themselves so easily in sport without judgment? Grown men crying in sport are rarely seen as weak. Yet, outside of that, it is? What is the paradox?
Anger is a normal and healthy human emotion, and it can look different as the child develops. In some cases, there may be something deeper going on that may be associated with a mental health diagnosis.
Many professionals struggle with emotional regulation at work without realizing that the source isn’t work at all. Stress from home life, like relationship conflict, parenting challenges, financial pressure, or caregiving responsibilities, can spill into the workplace, impacting mood, focus, and workplace relationships.
Positive psychology takes a proactive approach by helping people develop the skills and mindset needed to manage challenges before they become overwhelming.
Therapy is meant to be a place where you feel heard and supported by someone who understands you. Unfortunately, there may be times when you walk out of a session feeling like your therapist completely missed the point.
Efficacy rates for TMS are known to be above 85% in some clinics. Remission rates (no symptoms of depression) can be as high as 65%. But what often gets overlooked is the importance of supporting the benefits of the treatment with talk therapy.
There’s a misconception that if you seek couples therapy before marriage, then perhaps the relationship is doomed from the start. However, it’s quite the opposite.
A popular trend among young men on social media is “looksmaxing,” the belief that individuals should take every possible measure to optimize their physical appearance.
Confidentiality is a significant and fundamental part of the therapeutic relationship, as it helps build and maintain trust between the client and therapist. In couples therapy, this allows couples to be more open and engaged throughout the therapy process.
It is normal for couples to have their conflicts and ups and downs. In fact, conflict can be healthy when it is managed effectively. Conflict is unhealthy when it consists of yelling, put-downs, or criticism.