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Healthy Boundaries are Important, Here’s How You Create Them
Maybe you feel like the people in your life don’t respect your time or generosity. Perhaps your boss or coworkers have been asking you to
Collective Trauma and the Long-term Effects of the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic caused societal upheaval, leaving millions of people across the world dealing with lasting trauma. Some lost loved ones to the virus. Others
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: 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
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Don’t Let Stress Jar You: Cultivate Calm with This Gratitude Practice
by Ameenah Ikram, Psy.D. Understanding Holiday Emotions Exploring the spectrum of feelings As the holiday season approaches, it’s normal to experience a range of emotions.
The Benefits of Teletherapy: Is it Right for You?
Teletherapy, also known as online therapy, telehealth, or e-therapy, is a platform that involves providing mental health treatment over the internet through modalities such as
5 Ways Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Can Change The Tide of Trauma
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for PTSD in Raleigh, NC If you’ve found yourself adrift in the turbulent waters of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), you’re not alone
Welcome, Dr. Ikram!
We’re thrilled to announce a new member of our Breyta team: Dr. Ameenah Ikram! Dr. Ikram works with individuals across the lifespan, and has been
4 Reasons Why You Should Choose A Specialist Psychologist As Your Therapist
The Vital Role of Specialization in Psychology: Enhancing Client Care and Empowering Recovery by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P If you’ve ever tried to search
Raising Awareness and Building Hope: Intersections Between Trauma, Race, and Identity
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P June is a month of significant importance, as it encompasses various observances that shed light on vital societal issues.
