That means, any feelings of low self-esteem have probably been with you for quite some time. Self esteem therapy and counseling can help you understand the root causes of your feelings and address them head-on. When you have high self-esteem, you feel confident, consider yourself valuable and respect yourself. This leads to a more positive […]
Today, coaching is a largely unregulated field. It can be hard to evaluate a potential coach’s experience, training, ethical standards or interpersonal skills, as these all vary enormously. At Well Clinic, all of our leadership and executive coaches are fully licensed in a profession that legally regulates their activities. They are all highly-trained Master’s or […]
We typically have a list of characteristics that we’d like to see in a partner. We want them to share our values, have a good job, have similar likes and dislikes and to be sexually compatible. Online dating services devise various profile questions so that we can select a perspective partner with care and optimize […]
For those among us who have not felt compelled to self-harm, the concept can be confusing, if not downright scary. However, the behavior, while not new, is on the rise and can be mysterious and very difficult to understand. First, let’s define what self-injurious behaviors may include: Burning skin; Head-banging; Cutting skin (using razors, needles, […]
Virtual reality (VR) therapy is emerging as a promising new treatment option for mental illness. It has been used successfully to treat anxiety, depression, PTSD and other psychiatric disorders. VR treatment in conjunction with established therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) or psychotherapy, can provide patients with an immersive experience that allows them to confront […]
Many people suffer from disturbed sleep. When a patient tells me that they fall asleep easily, stay asleep through the night and wake up refreshed I feel like jumping for joy. Those with insomnia either have a hard time falling asleep, a hard time staying asleep, waking too early, or not feeling refreshed upon waking. […]
As I heard her talk about compost, fertile soil, sunshine and budding seedlings, I began to contemplate the concepts of nourishment and nutrients as it related to my life and my soul. What do I need to bloom this spring? Aliveness It feels like it’s been a long winter. And as I walk down the […]
I absolutely love Well Clinic! From the beginning, my husband and I felt like we were in a comfortable and safe space. Our couple’s therapy bridged gaps in our relationship and helped us understand each other that much more. Ivette B Well Clinic is an oasis, especially for busy professionals like me. It’s a relaxing […]
In a world where connections via social media are literally at the tips of our fingers, it feels like we have this awesome insight into other people’s lives. We see where they are traveling, what they are eating, and who they are spending their time with. And with this magnified glimpse into the world of […]
For many people, their first visit to a couples counselor is their first experience of being in a therapist’s office – at least since seeing the school counselor in eighth grade. And, frankly, it’s hardly on anyone’s bucket list. So it may be hard to understand exactly how it can work for you. I’m sure […]
In order to achieve self-discipline, you have to learn how to resist temptation, which includes managing your feelings and working through perceived weaknesses. Not everyone’s approach will be the same. However, here are some good starting tips for how to be self-disciplined. The Importance of Self-Discipline Before you can practice self-discipline, you have to believe […]
When you enter a San Francisco depression therapy program, you will learn there is a single effective option for therapy. You have unique and specific needs when it comes to treatment. A one size fits all approach to therapy may not adequately address all of your needs. In many, if not all, San Francisco depression […]
Are you incredibly hard on yourself about every little mistake? Or maybe you’re generally able to practice self-compassion but there are one or two big things in life that you can’t come to terms with having done? Either way, life is going to be better for everyone if you learn how to forgive yourself. Self-forgiveness […]
CC Image courtesy of ClevrCat on Flickr By Aimee Sprague, Psych. NP Fall can be an amazing time in San Francisco, when we finally get a few weeks of dependably sunny days and warmer weather- maybe even shorts weather, for those bold enough. Fall can also be an dynamic time in general, with many changes in […]