Do you have trouble balancing work and your personal life? If so, you’re not alone. According to Mental Health America (MHA), almost 40% of U.S. adults who are employed full time reported working 50+ hours a week, and 18% work 60+ hours. Despite how common…
Disenfranchised grief is a type of grief that isn’t accepted or acknowledged by society. (This makes sense, as Merriam-Webster defines “disenfranchised” as being “deprived of some right, privilege, or immunity.”) For example, people may tell the grieving person that they should be “over it” by…
Introduction In the ever-evolving tapestry of human relationships, the dynamics of family structures and interpersonal connections have witnessed profound shifts. Rooted in centuries-old traditions and influenced by societal norms, these dynamics have, for the longest time, been tethered to patriarchal beliefs and rigid gender roles.…
My Big Fat Two Cents Series: How Diagnostic Labels Can Hinder Wholeness By Dr. Deepa Ram-Souza, LMFT, PhD www.elementalguidance.com Namaste-Aloha, dear readers! I’m Dr. Deepa, a therapist and co-owner of Elemental Guidance, LLC, and the Center for Integral Wholeness in Hilo, Hawai’i. As a woman…
Learning about one’s cultural heritage, values, and customs can be a meaningful journey of self-discovery that promotes mutual respect for diverse cultures. For individuals of European descent, exploring their heritage can help foster cultural appreciation and minimize the risk of cultural appropriation. 1. Conduct Family…
by: John Souza and Jeremy Faus As family therapists we (John and Jeremy) value the systemic and contextual (as opposed to linear and decontextualized) aspects of a client’s symptoms or presenting concerns. In our experience an expedient path toward development of this systemic-contextual perspective has…
