Attached and Aware

There are four types of attachment styles: secure, anxious-preoccupied, dismissive-avoidant, and fearful-avoidant. These attachment types represent different styles of relating to others and are especially noticeable in times of stress or need. 

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Matt Headland
Meditation

Am I supposed to be meditating?  How long should each meditation session last? Am I doing It wrong? How do I know if it’s working? These are just a few of the many questions that come up when people consider meditation. For a lot of us, meditation is a confusing topic, full of concerns about “doing it wrong” or of being a waste of time. So let’s answer a few of these questions and figure out if you would like to begin, or strengthen, your meditation practice.

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Matt Headland
The Power of Awareness: Understanding Spiritual Bypass

In our quest for personal growth and spiritual development, we may encounter various concepts or practices that promise profound transformation. However, as we engage with these transformative endeavors, it's essential to be aware of how our use of these spiritual ideas and practices could be hindering our growth, holding us back from true healing.

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Matt Headland
Sleep and Mental Health

It’s a frustrating catch-22: We need quality sleep in order to optimize good mental health; yet our mental health can negatively impact our sleep. Working on both in tandem can be a great way to achieve the best outcome. 

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Matt Headland
Women's History Month

As we celebrate Women's History Month, it's important to remember the groundbreaking contributions of women throughout various fields, including psychology. While history books mainly highlight the research and theoretical interventions of men, women played a pivotal role in the field as well.

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Matt Headland
Change of Seasons

The Chill of Winter yields to the gentle warmth of Spring as nature embarks on the journey of renewal and transformation. The transition parallels similar ideas found within the therapeutic process through insights into the cycles of change, growth, and healing. Let’s explore the symbolic significance of moving from Winter to Spring.

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Matt Headland
Go!

Just going outside and looking at nature can help bring more peace and calmness into one’s life. Especially in today’s world where technology and screen time have a large amount of power over us, it is crucial to allow our mind, body, and brain to feel the fresh air and take a moment to go outside. 

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Matt Headland