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How to Reprogram Your Brain for Better Habits

By Michael Ceely • 10 Apr, 2024

Want better habits? It's less about willpower and more about patience and persistence.

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7 Tips for Making Psychotherapy Work for You

By Michael Ceely • 01 Sep, 2023

Everything you need to consider for a successful counseling experience. Read this BEFORE finding a therapist.

Tame Your Inner Control Freak: Release Your Grip and Learn to Trust

By Michael Ceely • 03 Aug, 2023

Move from control to trust and get just as much done, while also strengthening your relationships.

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3 Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Can Benefit From Therapy

By Michael Ceely • 01 Jun, 2023

If you're an entrepreneur who is struggling, you don't have to figure it out alone. A therapist can help. There are better ways to handle stress, and better ways to respond to the inevitable challenges of business.

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The Pros and Cons of Insurance vs Private Pay for Psychotherapy

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Here are some things to consider when deciding between private pay and insurance.So you’ve decided to invest in some counseling. In searching for a therapist, you might wonder where to start. A quick Google search yields a vast array of options: sponsored ads for therapy directories, numerous local therapists, and different wellness services.While investigating these options, you find several that resonate with you but they don’t accept your insurance plan, or they’re private pay only.So you contact your insurance provider and they give you a list of available therapists. After calling around, you discover many of them are full and not accepting new clients.If you’ve ever experienced this frustrating scenario, you’re not alone. This post outlines the pros and cons of using insurance vs private pay for psychotherapy.While not an exhaustive pro-con list, the aim of this article is to help you, the consumer, make an informed choice.The Benefits

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6 Essential Elements of Effective Psychotherapy

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Michael Ceely

Set yourself up for success by becoming an informed consumer on the process of therapy.When finding a therapist, there is a large variety of styles of psychotherapy to consider, from psychodynamic to cognitive behavioral, to somatic… the list goes on.Whatever style of therapy you choose, it’s important to know what effective therapy looks like so you don’t waste your time and money.In this article, I outline what I believe are the six essential elements of effective psychotherapy. These are based on my experience as a cognitive behavioral therapist who specializes in men’s issues.Whatever type of counseling style you decide on, I hope this article empowers you to be an informed consumer of psychotherapy.Watch the Videohttps://medium.com/media/1c8eca4306a87c1c6f19dc9385558983/hrefFinding a TherapistWhile not technically an element of the counseling process, it’s important to take the time to find the right therapist. This typically

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How to Beat the Post-Holiday Blues

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Michael Ceely

Use these five strategies to get back into the groove after the holidays.Got a case of the post-holiday blues? Hey, join the club!The post-holiday blues happen because of a feeling of loss. After all those parties, travel, and social stimulation, it’s natural to feel let down. It’s a feeling of “back to reality.”If you’re stuck in the post-holiday blues, I have five strategies to get you back on track and start feeling better.Watch the Videohttps://medium.com/media/8b908f6af5f6d2bd77e77b74377bbc7a/hrefSome Signs of the Post-Holiday BluesFeeling sadFeeling lonelyFeeling grumpyLow motivationSleeping more, or sleeping lessChanges in appetiteWanting some alone timeRe-reading holiday cardsKeeping your holiday decorations up a little too longThese are just some of the signs of the post-holiday blues. You might notice that they are similar to depression symptoms. But the difference here is that the post-holiday blues are sh

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How to Reprogram Your Brain for Better Habits

7 Tips for Making Psychotherapy Work for You

Tame Your Inner Control Freak: Release Your Grip and Learn to Trust

3 Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Can Benefit From Therapy

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