by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Mar 1, 2016 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“A Core Value is a belief you hold that is important to your well-being. Stress can result if your core values are challenged or not met.” What is your value system? Know what you value in life and take steps to achieve them. No one can take away a value...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Feb 29, 2016 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is like an itch you cannot scratch that will not leave your focus. It is not something easily dismissed.” OCD in truth is a common condition. At times, we can all become obsessive. There are times I do not like to do things...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Feb 26, 2016 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Suicide is the death of the future and all the actions and influences that would be. This is the true crime.” Suicide is not something to ever ignore. Most of the time when we hear someone say they want to die or want to kill themselves we ignore it. To...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Feb 25, 2016 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Borderline Personality Disorder is a devastating condition involving severe mood swings + suicidal tendencies.” Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a real disorder that can be devastating. I have worked with some them throughout the years and will...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Feb 24, 2016 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Without struggle, there would be no growth. Without hard times, you would not be ready to face the world.” Who likes pain? Well, some do, and they are not the norm. Most do not enjoy pain and will go out of the way to avoid it. The problem with success is...
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