Your Brain in Relationships
Dan Siegel, clinical professor of psychiatry at the UCLA School of Medicine, has created a “hand model of the brain” to help explain how our nervous system reacts during times of stress. Couples’ therapist often utilize…Read More
Healthy Halloween Feel Good Treat
Looking for a healthier Halloween option that still feels festive? Try these Chocolate-Dipped Banana Ghosts - a recipe approved by RCBM’s registered dietitians!Read More
A Metaphor for Understanding Perception in Relationships
What do you see? A duck or a rabbit? Some people see the duck first, others see the rabbit—and both are right.You can’t see both at the same time, but if you look carefully, you can switch between them. In…Read More
Labor Day Picnic Recipes
Work hard, picnic harder. This Labor Day, let’s celebrate with easy meals, sunshine, and good company. Labor Day is the day to take a pause, kick back, and enjoy the fruits of your hard work. How about…Read More
Setting Students Up for Success When Sending Them Away to College: Tips for Parents and Families
Sending your child off to college is a milestone filled with pride, excitement, and often a fair amount of anxiety. College brings newfound independence and opportunities, but it also comes with challenges; academically,…Read More
How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Helps Treat Eating Disorders
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is a type of therapy used for several mental disorders, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. (1) This type of therapy was developed…Read More
Eating Disorders and Athletics
Background Eating disorders are severe mental health conditions that are more prevalent in athletes compared to the general population. These conditions are characterized by intense preoccupation with food, body weight, and…Read More
SPRAVATO® (Esketamine) Treatment - Hope for those who struggle with severe depression
“I feel like I am in a tunnel with no light at the end of it.” “Getting dressed or leaving the house is an enormous effort." “On any given day or time, I break down and cry for no reason.” Does this sound like what…Read More
Men and Mental Health
Mental health involves mental well-being and how you respond and cope with stress. Mental health consists of building relationships, making decisions, and shaping how you see the world¹. It is an essential part of…Read More
12 Steps to Enhance Communication and Intimacy with Your Partner
Most people come to couples counseling hoping that their partner will change. Very few people want to focus on their role in contributing to the dysfunction in their relationship. It’s much more common for…Read More
