by Ashleigh Louis | Jun 11, 2018 | Ashleigh Louis, PhD, LMFT, PA
Diaphragmatic Breathing In general, there are two types of breathing: 1. costal (or chest) breathing and 2. diaphragmatic (or abdominal) breathing. Chest breathing is characterized by outward and upward movement of the chest wall, which visibly causes... by Ashleigh Louis | Jun 4, 2018 | Ashleigh Louis, PhD, LMFT, PA
1. Find the Right Therapist. In order for therapy to be maximally effective, it’s essential that there’s a good fit between you and your therapist. Do your research (Psychology Today has a great therapist listing) and be open to interviewing many potential therapists... by Ashleigh Louis | May 14, 2018 | Ashleigh Louis, PhD, LMFT, PA
Stigma refers to the negative view of people who demonstrate a particular quality or who face particular circumstances. In terms of mental health, it is the shame and judgment that surrounds individuals who have a mental health condition, such as depression,... by Ashleigh Louis | May 7, 2018 | Ashleigh Louis, PhD, LMFT, PA
A self-fulfilling prophecy refers to a belief that comes true because we act in ways that make it more likely to occur. When we have positive or negative expectations about events, people, or circumstances, we are more likely to behave in ways that fulfill those... by Ashleigh Louis | Apr 30, 2018 | Ashleigh Louis, PhD, LMFT, PA
Dichotomy refers to things or ideas that have two opposite parts or two things that are very different from each other. Dichotomies are usually expressed with words such as “either” or “or;” terms that suggest that there are only two possibilities in terms of... by Ashleigh Louis | Apr 23, 2018 | Ashleigh Louis, PhD, LMFT, PA
Ever do something you know you shouldn’t? It could be anything from sharing a friend’s secret, to lying to your mom, to cheating on your partner; if your action conflicted with your values and beliefs, you likely felt a sense of unease and disharmony associated...