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Find Your Perfect Therapist Match
Contact us today to learn more about our free 15 minute consultations. If you’re interested in working with one of our talented psychologists, you can
Complex Trauma: How it Affects Relationships
There are many misconceptions about complex trauma. People often assume that someone with complex trauma dealt with neglect or abuse during their childhood. But complex
5 Tips to Cope with Grief and Loss
Grief and loss are natural, expected parts of life, but it doesn’t make it any easier to cope. When you experience grief, you may feel
What is Complex PTSD?
Many people are familiar with or have at least heard of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). People may develop PTSD after they go through a singular
The 3 Types of Burnout Explained
As you work towards your goals, you may often feel invigorated, excited, and motivated. You know what you want, you know how to get there,
How to Calm Anxiety in 5 Easy Steps
Anxiety is a common issue, yet it feels isolating when it strikes. If you have experienced anxiety in the past, then you know how crippling
Psychologist Spotlight: Cierra Barker, Ph.D.
This month’s employee spotlight is on Cierra Barker, Ph.D. Dr. Barker answered a few questions designed to give you a window into her therapeutic process,
Psychologist Spotlight: Vanessa Roddenberry, Ph.D.
Meet Dr. Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Dr. Roddenberry is a Clinical Psychologist. She founded Breyta Psychological Services to address the need for trauma-informed mental
Trauma-Informed Care In Practice
by Vanessa Roddenberry, Ph.D. If you’re a trauma survivor, you deserve Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) from your medical professionals. If you’re a provider, you should be
A Breathing Exercise to Help Manage Anxiety and Promote Relaxation
Coping Skill of the Month: Breathing Techniques January’s mental health coping skill is brought to you by Dr. Sarini Ettigi, Ph.D. Dr. Ettigi loves to
Is Couples Therapy Right For Me?
How To Know If Couples Therapy Is Right For You One of the most thrilling and terrifying experiences that we as human beings can experience
Self-Care Calendar
Begin Anew In 2021 Start your New Year off fresh with an emphasis on health and wellness. It goes without saying that 2020 was one
Breyta Psychologist Awarded Research Honor
We’re so proud of our Dr. Ficker! Dr. Ficker and her colleagues at the Wayne State Institute of Gerontology have won the American Public Health
What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
By: Rachel Redwine Vaughan How can three letters change my life? If you’ve searched for a therapist in the past two decades, particularly an effective
Coping With The Holiday Blues
Acknowledging Holiday Pressures and Expectations What images come to mind when you think about the holidays? Chestnuts roasting on an open fire? Gleeful children ripping open
How To Be An Informed Consumer Of Your Mental Health Care
Choosing the Right Mental Health Care Provider: What You Need To Know This is the first of multi-part blog series on how to choose the
Mental Health Is As Important As Physical Health
Emotions Are Like Teeth You wouldn’t skip brushing your teeth would you? You know that you need to pay attention to your physical health. You
June 2019 is PTSD Awareness Month
Educate. Empower. Heal. Take time this month to learn about the signs and symptoms of PTSD. Even if you are not suffering from it, chances
Worry and fear are not the roadblocks you think they are…
Let’s Re-evaluate What’s Holding You Back Stop Living “Until” So often we live our lives based on a perceived state of imperfection vs. perfection or
April is Sexual Assault Prevention Month
One in five women and one in 67 men will be raped at some point in their lives. By the age of 17, 57 percent
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We Have A New Clinical Director!
Breyta is pleased to announce that Dr. Anusha Zechella will be transitioning from her role as Director of Couples and Family Therapy to serve as
FAQ: How Do I Know If My Therapist Is A Good Fit For Me?
This is one of the most frequently asked questions within the therapy world – and it should be! The connection between you and your therapist,
Lavender for Anxiety…It’s A Thing
Did You Know… Silexan is an oral form of lavender that works on Serotonin in the brain. A head-to-head trial with Paxil and a placebo
Psychologist Spotlight: Sarini Ettigi, Ph.D., HSP-P
Meet Sarini Ettigi, Ph.D., HSP-P Dr. Sarini Ettigi is a clinical and counseling psychologist who specializes in working with individuals recovering from trauma, as well
National PTSD Screening Day
June 27th, 2022 is National PTSD Screening Day, as envisioned by the National Center for PTSD. Anyone who has encountered a life event that they
Progressive Muscle Relaxation: A Brief Guide
What is Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)? Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is a specific relaxation technique that involves tensing and relaxing muscle groups in a sequence
