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A Brief Overview of Postpartum Mental Health
Many women struggle with their mental health after giving birth. For example, most women deal with “the baby blues” for at least a week or
PTSD and Guilt: How to Stop Taking the Blame
Suffering through trauma can lead to a complicated emotional response. While not everyone who undergoes a traumatic experience will develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), many
Can Anxiety be Inherited? How Your Family History Can Influence it
If you’re living with anxiety, you might be wondering about the root cause of your symptoms. Perhaps you’ve seen other people in your family struggle
10 Things That Will Make Coping With Depression Easier
Living with depression is exhausting. Even if you’re actively trying to heal, dealing with your symptoms on a day-to-day basis is a challenge. You might
The Upside of Anger
Anger: A Misunderstood Emotion By Lisa J. Ficker, Ph.D. Emotions are usually thought of as being in one of two camps: the “good” (positive) emotions
Insomnia and Anxiety: How They’re Connected
You’re tossing and turning at night. You just can’t seem to catch any shut-eye, and when you force yourself out of bed in the morning,
5 Ways to Navigate Post-Pandemic Stress
By Sarini Ettigi, Ph.D. Dealing with the day to day routine of clocking in and clocking out, followed by juggling family commitments during seemingly normal
How Couples Therapy Can Improve Your Communication
Even the happiest couples disagree sometimes, but if your disagreements frequently turn into full-blown arguments, it might be time to seek professional support. Communication is
How Do You Know if You Have Anger Issues?
Everyone feels angry sometimes, but it can be a difficult emotion to deal with and it can be hard to express anger in a healthy
10 Effective Ways to Stop a Panic Attack
Suffering from a panic attack can be terrifying. The first time someone has a panic attack, their symptoms can be so severe and overwhelming that
Therapist Spotlight: Anusha Zechella, Ph.D.
Meet Anusha Zechella, Ph.D., HSP-P Get to know Breyta’s Director of Couples Therapy: Dr. Anusha Zechella is a clinical psychologist who specializes in trauma, attachment
June is PTSD Awareness Month
June is PTSD Awareness Month. As a trauma specialty clinic, we work year-round to promote education, awareness, and compassion related to psychological trauma and Posttraumatic
June is Pride Month
June is Pride month and here at Breyta Psychological Services, P.A., we proudly identify as a safe space for members of the LGBTQ+ community and
7 Hidden Signs of Depression You Should Know
Many people assume that the symptoms of depression would be obvious. After all, many people simply equate depression with sadness, but there is more to
Stress and Insomnia: How They’re Connected
Living with insomnia can be incredibly frustrating. Night after night, you toss and turn, hoping that you’ll finally fall asleep. Instead, you end up lying
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
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Healing from Shame: Navigating the Impact of Religious Trauma
by Emily Rowe, Psy.D. Shame in Religious Trauma Religious trauma often leaves deep emotional wounds that can persist long after someone has left their faith
How to Find the Best Therapist Near You: A Guide to Choosing the Right Mental Health Professional
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Choosing the Right Therapist for You Finding the right therapist is one of the most important steps toward improving
Reduced Personal Accomplishment and Reduced Performance – How Burnout Affects Both
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Welcome to the final part of our series on burnout. In this installment, we explore the symptom of reduced
Cynicism and Burnout – When Disconnection Takes Over
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Welcome to part two of our three-part series on burnout. Today, we turn our focus to cynicism, also known
Recognizing Emotional Exhaustion – The Foundation of Burnout
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P This is part one of a three-part series on burnout, exploring the core aspects that often go unnoticed. We
Understanding Anxiety: Why It Happens and How to Manage It
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Anxiety is a common experience, and while it often feels overwhelming, it’s important to remember that anxiety itself isn’t