Envision Counseling Clinic – Therapist Interview Series – Featuring Shae Hocker
A WORD FROM Dr Veronica… When we have differences with others, it can be very tempting to communicate our concerns to or through someone else. It’s easy to mention the…
Envision Counseling Clinic – Differences Between Pastoral and Clinical Counseling
A WORD FROM Dr Veronica… For over 20 years, I’ve meet with folks for 45 minute-sessions. And for over 20 years, I’ve struggled to end at 45 minutes. This is…
Reducing Anxiety
Transcript: We are moving toward opening up our communities once again. Like I’ve said in the past, I’m not able to give medical advice re: medical conditions. However, I can speak to…
Shame Lies
I work a lot with folks who battle with shame. A key truth about shame is that it lies. But the lies it comes up with are super sophisticated: they are based…
Misunderstandings: The Most Amazing Thing
I have experienced the most amazing thing: a complete misunderstanding. Actually, many, many misunderstandings. It’s amazing how misunderstandings happen and how often they happen. Let me give you an example: I wanted something from my husband…
Building Stress Wood in our Children
Trees are fascinating. In normal conditions, trees develop something called “reaction wood” or “stress wood” which develops as a result of being pulled or blown in one direction or another. The stress…
Trauma and Stabilization
Having a history of trauma leads to some predictable difficulties in life. This handout is to help you understand some of what’s needed to be able to move forward. Stabilizing Because…
Trauma & Emotions
Having a history of trauma leads to some predictable difficulties in life. This post is to help you understand some of the difficult emotions you may be experiencing. There are certain…
Trauma and Beliefs
Having a history of trauma leads to some predictable difficulties in life. This post is to help you understand some of the thought processes you may be experiencing and give some…
Abusing the Term “Abuse”
One benefit of being in the mental health field for a couple of decades is the ability to step back and notice large-scale changes over time. One change that stands out…