Individual counseling

Deciphering Depression by Understanding Your Past

Depression may follow a distressing event (for instance, a divorce, the death of a loved one) or it may seem to arise without apparent cause. For some, these are episodic events with a clear beginning and end. But this isn’t always the case. Some live amidst an ongoing battle, doing

What Should I Expect in the First Few Therapy Sessions?

While each psychologist and therapist is unique and therefore approaches the therapy through a slightly different lens, there are certain commonalities that exist. Knowing what to expect when you first start therapy can make the process feel a little less daunting. What follows is a brief outline of what you

Do You Need Individual or Marriage Counseling?

The question of whether you might need individual or marriage/couples counseling isn’t always straightforward. Individual or couples counseling: Which treatment format is best for you? There is a dynamic interplay between you and your marriage — you are both impacting and being impacted by your relationship. And because of this

The Pain of Loneliness

Understanding Loneliness by Georgetown, Texas psychologist Richard Nicastro

We all feel lonely from time to time. How quickly and intensely we experience loneliness varies considerably among people. Some of us may immediately feel pangs of loneliness when we’re by ourselves; others can be alone for long stretches of time and seldom feel lonely. At some point, the experience