A new year often invites reflection, fresh starts, and a renewed focus on personal well-being. January is recognized as Mental Wellness Month, making it an especially meaningful time to check in with your mental
Understanding ADHD: Is Everyone Really Getting Diagnosed with It? In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of people diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and it's easy to wonder:
The problem with blanket statements from the untrained eye. By Misty Newman, CMHC and Owner of MVC As a Certified Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) and owner of Mental Vitality Counseling (MVC), I have
Why History Repeats Itself: Understanding the Psychology Behind Our Collective Amnesia and the Rise of Cult-like Mentalities in Modern SocietyMountain Valley Counseling History has a way of repeating itself. We see it in
Exploring Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy at Mountain Valley Counseling: A New Group Therapy Experience Starting in March 2025 Mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain often feel overwhelming, and
The Difference Between Complex PTSD and PTSD By Misty Newman, CMHC, Owner of Mountain Valley Counseling Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a well-known mental health condition that can develop after an individual experiences
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are two distinct psychiatric conditions, but they can intersect in complex ways. Both disorders impact attention, behavior, and emotional regulation, and their interplay can
How Freud's ideas show up in new age contemporary therapy modalities Sigmund Freud, often regarded as the father of psychoanalysis, is a figure whose contributions to psychology and psychotherapy have been both
Are your kids struggling with back to school anxiety? Here are some great tips to help. [caption id="attachment_1220" align="alignnone" width="216"] Back to school 2024![/caption]
The IFS treatment model is becoming quite popular. It is particularly helpful with trauma.
