This is the first in a series of articles on this topic by Dr. Julianne LudlamDo you have clients who you believe are struggling with traumatic backgrounds? Do you wonder if your clients’ past stressful experiences affect their present behaviors, whether or not they have psychiatric diagnoses or see their own pasts as relevant? If […]
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In this post, each of us will share some books that have been helpful to us and some books that we would recommend. We hope you find it interesting and insightful. Please contact us with any questions or feedback. Thanks! – Julianne Ludlam, Ph.D. – Lisa Foss, MA – Kaytie Mero, MA – Whitney Wall, Ph.D Julianne Ludlam, Ph.D.Click […]
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The warm smell of pumpkin spice and winter pine, bright lights and cheerful decorations, holiday music, holiday movies, holiday parties…it seems the whole world has entered into a perpetual state of happiness and you were not invited. If you are feeling sad or lonely this holiday season, you are not alone. The months of November […]
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In this video, Dr. KKJ discusses how to make a genuine and proper apology in 3 steps: For further information, please contact me at drkatrina@kkjpsych.com.
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While results vary, studies show that making healthy food choices does more than keep your waistline trim. A healthy diet can:reduce depressionreduce stress and anxietymanage symptoms of AD/HDreduce chronic painlower blood pressurehelp with diabetesincrease muscle relaxationmaintain circadian rhythms, which is helpful for regulating sleepEating foods high in magnesium has shown to increase the effectiveness of […]
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Health and wellness coaches help people change their lives in a meaningful, positive way. Coaches help their clients develop strategies to sustain overall health and wellness in one’s life. Health and wellness coaches can help individuals rethink their options, helping them envision more satisfying futures and set realistic goals in order to live a gratifying […]
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In this article, I’m going to be discussing various warning signs and risk factors that can lead to suicide. In the next article, I’ll discuss suicide prevention tips. **As always, if you or someone you care about is displaying any warning signs, please call 911 or dial the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 (available […]
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September is suicide awareness month and a great time to share some important information about suicide. The experience of having suicidal thoughts is not uncommon; yet, we don’t openly talk about it. Unfortunately, this leads many people experiencing suicidal thoughts to feel strange and alone and it prevents help seeking. One of the best ways […]
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By Katrina Kuzyszyn-JonesWhat do we know about chronic pain? It’s expensive, difficult to manage and compounded by depression, anxiety and substance use. Chronic pain affects 100 million Americans and affects more people than heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer combined. We know that medications do not work, are addictive, and we need alternative solutions.Acute pain […]
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We’ve had some recent posts about dealing with anger, but not all “conflict” results from anger. At times, we have to negotiate agreements at work, with loved ones, or in a legal situation. Traditional ideas about keeping yourself calm, maintaining respect, and being empathetic are important, but here are some specific strategies for reaching an […]
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