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Some pessimistic professionals suggest that aiming for personality health is unrealistic and self-defeating; others believe having a “north star” to aim towards helps with motivation towards personal growth. Here we’ll explore personality health, its aspects, and how therapy assists in its promotion. 

This guest post is by Apex Therapy staff member Bethany Gorka, BCBA, Behavior Analyst in our Autism Program. As a parent, you know your child better than anyone else. If you’ve noticed signs of developmental delays or symptoms commonly associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), you might want to consider a professional diagnostic evaluation.  What is Autism Spectrum Disorder...

Some days simply don’t go our way. Maybe you woke up feeling off, or perhaps something stressful threw your day into a tailspin. One way or another, we can end up having a bad day. Regardless of the cause, when you’re feeling overwhelmed or worn down, laughter is probably the last thing on your mind.

We may not always realize it, but we are all working towards goals. Perhaps our goals are lofty, dreaming of changing the world. Sometimes our goals are much smaller, such as cleaning the house or making it through the day. Occasionally, we don’t even realize we have a goal, but we know we want something to be different.  

As humans, we’re designed to adapt to change, but our brains are also wired for patterns and predictability. This means when we feel unsure or insecure, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by negative emotions like anxiety, anger, fear, or shame.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at a specific time of year, typically in the fall and winter months when daylight hours are shorter, although some people can experience it in the spring or summer as well.  SAD is a subtype of depression that follows a seasonal pattern, and typically begins in late fall or early winter and can last until the...

Acceptance as an approach to emotional regulation is both widely mentioned and misunderstood. This prevalence is, in part, because insights associated with Buddhism and Eastern philosophy in general are experiencing a revival in Western culture, especially in psychotherapy circles.

Transference-focused psychotherapy helps individuals process conflict both within one’s mind and in relationships.

Affective disorders, often referred to as mood disorders, can significantly impact a person’s emotional state. They include depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorders. Their prevalence numbers are in the millions worldwide.

Vulnerable narcissism is one of two core expressions of pathological narcissism. The grandiose narcissist makes their accomplishments known, feels entitled to the admiration of others, actively manipulates people to get what they want, has fantasies of unearned power, and explodes with anger when they don’t get their way.