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Mental Health & Personal Growth

Learning Through Progress

Recovery is not a straight line, it’s a journey marked by growth, setbacks, learning, and resilience. One of the most powerful principles that supports this journey is the idea of progress, not perfection. It’s a reminder that healing doesn’t require flawlessness; it simply requires movement in the right direction.

How “Rebounding” Can Be Healthy

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How can you be okay (and stay okay) RIGHT NOW?

Are you dealing with Depression or Anxiety

Managing Your Mental Health in a Pandemic

Boundaries and Connection during COVID 19

Are You “Too Sensitive?”

Do colors make you mad?

For real. Like, when you go into an office, room, or place, do you leave feeling…agitated? But can’t quite put your finger on why? Then later you think, “It was the vibe of the place. That’s what it was!” And after you think about what the vibe was, it dawns on you.

The Magic of Therapy is Clarity

I’ve noticed that some clients think therapists are magicians and that therapy is magic. And if the magic doesn’t kick in after one or two sessions (3 tops!), then therapy isn’t working. Now the thing is, therapy can begin to “work” after one or two sessions, depending on the client and the presenting problem. It may even work after one session, and this is where therapy can be magical–if we understand what the magic really is.

A Life Without Regret?

I used to want to live a life without regret. That was my actual goal. By a life without regret, I meant a life with a clear conscience. A life where I don’t make stupid or avoidable mistakes that have lasting consequences. And that is still my goal. But I stumbled on something in my time of meditation:

Is This Therapist a Good Fit?

You need therapy, but you don’t know where to start. You look up therapists. You find one you think you might like. But you’re wondering how to know if this therapist is worth your time and money. Do you take the expensive leap of faith known as the intake session, where you may or may not find the right fit for a therapist? Maybe you call the therapist. You just want to make sure he or she knows what they’re doing. And of course, they tell you they do…

Your Medicine

You are alive to give a unique gift to the world that no one else has to give. This is your medicine for a hurting planet. Whether you know it or not, whether you believe it or not, the world desperately needs your medicine. The medicine you bring the world is what flows out of you in the moments when you are your best self. It is the good you bring out in those around you …

How to Survive Anything

The basic necessities for human survival are food, water, shelter, warmth, safety and so on. If you have these basics, you can physically survive in almost any situation. But what are the basic necessities for emotional survival when life’s difficulties challenge our mental health? Here are some skills that, if well-developed, can enable us to successfully survive and …

How to Let it Go

We all feel hurt by others at times. But it is usually not the offense itself that causes us the most pain, but rather the way we hold onto the offence, turning it over and over in our minds, boiling in rage or bitterness. We allow the hurt and anger we feel toward the person who has wronged us to churn in our stomachs like rotten soup. Of course, this hurts only ourselves …

Relationships & Couples

Impactful Ways to Deepen Relationships

Dangerously Therapized Words

Love Bombing?

Forgiven for Reconciliation

Are you sleeping with the enemy?

How to have an intimate romantic relationship

Getting to Know Someone

The One Thing Necessary for Couples to Make It

The Power of Your Words

I recently saw this experiment floating around the internet , where an apple was cut in half and separated into two baggies. One half was spoken to with kind, positive , encouraging words and the other half was told rotten, negative, angry statements. About a week later the apple spoken to positively was mildly brown whereas her other half, had begun to rot and wither …

Be Broken Together

Over the last few weeks we have been hearing a lot of stuff about the Ashley Madison hack. This has sparked many conversations regarding the surprising names that have been found on that list, the most notably being Josh Duggar. Nearly everyday I hear of broken individuals and broken families because of extra-marital affairs, pornography, lying or a countless other ways …

Communication is a Funny Thing

Communication is a funny thing. Every time I ask couples in my office what it takes to communicate effectively, I generally hear very similar things. Listening is almost always listed as one of the top skills for effective communication. While some clients look at me with a blank stare and say something like, ‘thats why we are here to see you!’, others have a good understanding …

The Day I Almost Lost My Wife

The last few weeks have been absolutely crazy. My wife had what was supposed to be a relatively normal procedure, which would have required a bit of healing and walking around slowly for multiple weeks. However, after being home a few days, my wife had some complications. I received a frantic voice mail while at work. I canceled the rest of my meetings for the day and went straight to the hospital …

Preparing to Leave My Wife

After many months and a lot of thought and prayers, I made my decision. I walked out the door with nothing but my keys and the clothes on my back to a very important decision that would forever change my life. I walked into the building, listened to the discussion, and signed the dotted line. In less than two weeks I will be leaving my wife and my family behind. As I am preparing for this life…

Trauma & Healing

What is “Emotional Healing”?

Spiritual and Religious Trauma

Religious Trauma

Generational Trauma

Trauma in Military Families

Are you okay RIGHT NOW?

Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Substance Use & Recovery

Remaining Aware of Relapse Prevention During the Summer

As the weather warms and summer begins, many people look forward to vacations, outdoor gatherings, and festivals. While this season is often associated with fun and relaxation, it can also bring an increase in substance use. Understanding the connection between summer and substance use is essential for promoting healthier choices and staying safe during the sunny months.

Substance Use Intensive Outpatient Program

At One80 Counseling, we understand that the journey to recovery from substance use is deeply personal—and often complex. That’s why we’re proud to introduce our new Substance Use Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP), designed to offer compassionate, structured care that supports individuals in reclaiming their lives while maintaining everyday responsibilities.

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