As someone who has struggled with anxiety, I know firsthand the overwhelming nature of negative emotions. However, through learning emotional regulation skills, particularly through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I have experienced a transformation in my ability to manage these emotions effectively. These skills not only helped me cope with social anxiety but also provided me […]

Emotional Regulation and DBT: A Personal Journey to Overcoming Anxiety

Understanding ADHD in the Context of Relationships Living with ADHD can present unique challenges, especially when it comes to relationships. At Be Well Therapy Group we have witnessed firsthand the impact it can have on individuals and their loved ones. In this article, we will explore the complexities of ADHD and how it can affect […]

Navigating ADHD in Relationships: Strategies for Compassion and Empathy

Sexual scripts and sexual blueprints are terms often used interchangeably, but they actually refer to distinct aspects of our sexual identity. Let’s break down the difference between the two and how they shape our sexual experiences. Sexual Scripts Sexual scripts are like the unwritten rules that guide our sexual behavior. They’re influenced by societal norms, cultural […]

Understanding Sexual Scripts vs. Sexual Blueprints: A Simple Guide

When a person reaches out for therapy due to having a sexual dysfunction, one of the first things they often want to know is, can you fix me? Is this psychological? Is there hope? Well, as someone who has worked with folks who suffer from numerous types of sexual dysfunctions throughout the years, I can […]

Understanding Sexual Dysfunction: Its Impact on Relationships and Individuals

Do you want to fix your relationships, improve your emotional connections, and find long-term happiness? Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) might be the solution you’ve been searching for. In this article, we’ll explore who EFT is for, why you should consider trying it, and how a therapist at Be Well Therapy Group might implement it during […]

Fix Your Relationships With EFT

If Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) sounds familiar to you, but you aren’t exactly sure how it works, then you’ve come to the right place. EFT is a highly effective and evidence-based approach to couples and individual therapy that focuses on understanding and healing emotional bonds. Developed by Dr. Sue Johnson in the 1980s, EFT has […]

Exploring Emotionally Focused Therapy: Healing Through Connection

Understanding Avoidant Attachment Human beings are innately social creatures. We thrive on connection and relationships, and these connections are deeply ingrained in our biology. Attachment theory, initially developed by psychologist Mary Ainsworth, offers valuable insights into how our early relationships with caregivers shape our adult attachment styles. These attachment styles can significantly impact our ability […]

How to Develop Secure Attachment: Overcoming Avoidant Attachment Style

When it comes to dating and marriage, we often hear about the butterflies and the fireworks, but rarely do we hear about the ick in a long term relationship. But what about the moments when something feels off? Something inexplicable that sends shivers down your spine and makes you question everything? Ah yes, I’m talking […]

The Ick in a Long Term Relationship: What is it and How to Overcome

This past weekend I attended an incredibly joyous wedding. The happy couple was surrounded by family and friends. The rain had held off while the sun shined, and laughter, and smiles filled the wedding hall. The most heart-warming moment, was easily when the brides exchanged vows. The newlyweds did something that was incredibly thoughtful, and […]

Noticing The Heart Of Security: Healthy Attachment

By: Del Thompson There are many skills that almost everyone finds themselves working on at some point in our lives, such as boundaries. But what are boundaries? Why do we struggle with creating and responding to boundaries? There is nothing inherently wrong with a boundary, in fact, boundaries are often the tool we need in […]

The Joys Of Boundaries

Many people have heard of post-traumatic stress disorder, a mental health condition that is the result of an acute traumatic event taking place. Common examples of traumas that can result in PTSD include military service, sexual or physical assault, a car accident or an extreme natural disaster. In most cases, PTSD stems from a single […]

What is Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, How is it Different From PTSD and How Can It Affect Your Relationships?

When I notice the content of what much of our world suggests for self care, we don’t usually discuss either the political self or the possible therapeutic benefits of political action. These topics often include exercise, nutrition, unplugging from technology, engaging in spirituality, and spending time with loved ones. Often, self-care can involve disengaging from […]

The Political Self: The Possible Therapeutic Benefits of Political Action