Posts by teletherapygro
Dealing with a Parent’s Diagnosis of Dementia
Blog Dealing with a Parent’s Diagnosis of Dementia Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC As a child, no matter how old you are, it is difficult to watch your parents or caretaker deteriorate. This can be one of the most challenging experiences in life. We perceive this person as strong, thus witnessing their decline…
Read MoreTrauma
Blog Trauma Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Trauma affects many people; it is important not to allow yourself to say, “My trauma isn’t as bad as someone else’s” We must learn not to compare traumas or think yours isn’t as bad as someone else’s trauma, so you don’t need help. Allowing yourself to…
Read MoreTaking Care of Your Mental Health Is Just as Important
Blog Taking Care of Your Mental Health Is Just as Important as Taking Care of Your Physical Health. Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC We, as a society, need to do better in taking care of our mental health. The stigma surrounding mental health is decreasing, and more people are reaching out for help…
Read MoreSchool Personnel Head Back to School
Blog School Personal Head Back to School Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC There is a lot of discussion about students returning to school, but what about the school staff? School staff are under immense pressure as they head back to school. Some may be excited for their very first day, some may be…
Read MoreIs Your Adult Child Entitled?
Blog Is Your Adult Child Entitled? Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Raising children is hard work. It is both exhausting and rewarding. Once they have flown the nest your job doesn’t stop here, and you will forever be there for them if they need you. As they get older they don’t need you…
Read MoreTalking to Your Kids About Human Trafficking
Blog Talking to Your Kids About Human Trafficking Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC I recently came across some important information regarding human trafficking that I think everyone should be aware of. Human trafficking affects numerous lives by depriving individuals of their freedom and inflicting trauma on both the victims and their families. According…
Read MoreKeeping Those Brains Working Over Summer
Blog Keeping Those Brains Working Over Summer Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Summer is here, and the kids are home from school, ready to have fun. It’s a season of discovery, spending quality time with family and friends, and exploring new places. However, it’s important to keep the kids engaged in learning over…
Read MoreDepression, Understanding it, and Helping Loved Ones
Blog Depression, Understanding it and Treatment Learning How to Help Your Loved One Through it. Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC According to the NIMH, in 2021, 21 million adults experienced depression in the United States. Females are more likely to suffer from depression than males, according to NIMH. Depression causes people to lose…
Read MoreDon’t Live Vicariously Through Your Children
Blog It’s Not Healthy for Your Children if You are Trying to Live Vicariously Through Them Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Strike one, strike two, strike three…., and you’re out. So often in sports parents have the best of intentions for their children, however, they may be causing anxiety, depression, and the need…
Read MoreFinding Your Tribe in a Lonely World
Blog Finding Your Tribe in a Lonely World Building a Support System is Important Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Life is getting back to normal post-pandemic. However, the pandemic has taken a lot out of many people, and it’s essential to find your tribe, which isn’t always easy to do. Building a deep…
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