As children and adolescents, we are given many natural opportunities for making friends. School, extracurricular activities, and sports teams were all places where it was easy to find people to…
When it comes to mental health, the Internet is filled with good intentions- but not always good advice. Whether you prefer Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok, there is no lack of…
What is your role at Integrated Care Clinic? Hi I’m Dr. Crecraft, a Licensed Psychologist. My passion for working with clients who have experienced trauma, re-develop a sense of safety…
College success when your student has a mental health issue Going away to college is tough in and of itself. When you add on a mental health disorder it can…
Everyone feels lonely from time to time. It could be about sitting alone at lunch. Being left out of a group activity. Or, not having anyone to spend time with…
You may not realize it, but much of what you feel and the actions you take can be explained by your thoughts. It’s hard to recognize the influence our thoughts…
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, an eating disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or any other kind of mental health issue, I find that the area where people tend to struggle…
Trauma survivors often feel the pull to avoid their trauma, and just “move on.” Similarly, parents of children who have experienced trauma often fear that by talking to their children…
“How could you be so stupid?” “Of course you messed this up.” “You really are an idiot.” If someone else spoke to you this way, hopefully, it would set off…
The definition of trauma is purposely left very vague so as to be inclusive of the many different types of trauma that people experience. What affects one person to the…