When I am asked by new patients to explain the process of psychotherapy, I like to use the example of someone trying to complete a goal, solve a problem, make a repair, or strengthen a foundation, but doesn’t have all the tools needed to complete the job. They have tried their…
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Behavioral Health Virtual Visits Now Available
May is Mental Health Month. Taking care of our mental health is now more important than ever. Lone Star Virtual Visits are available for mental health, family medicine and pediatric appointments. It's important to remember; we are all in this together and our mental health is a priority. Call 877-800-5722…
Dealing With Holiday Blues
Written by Harry Livesay, LCSW Division Head of Therapy Services Lone Star Circle of Care Once again the holidays are here—a time to spend with friends and family, sharing gifts and laughter -- and for some, feeling blue or depressed. For some people, the holiday season can be a very…
Panic Attacks, Panic Disorders and Finding Solutions
Written By: Harry Livesay, LCSW, Division Head Experts really don’t know exactly what causes panic attacks. Some research indicates that a trigger could be messages from childhood that made the person view the world as unsafe place. Dealing with the early death of a loved one, growing up in a…
Connect the Dots
Written by: Kathleen Moore LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor Lone Star Circle of Care President, Bluebonnet Counseling Association (Chapter of the Texas Counseling Association) Connect the Dots Connection is a strong value that I wish everyone in the world could believe in and make happen. No matter how isolated or alone or…
Strength Based Therapy: What is it and why do we need it?
submitted by Dydia Burnside, LCSW Assistant Director of Therapy Services A few years ago I read a news article about a college student who was in a coma after being the sole survivor of a small plane accident in which his father died. Several years before this accident both father…
Book Review: The Mindful Prescription for Adult ADHD
by Harry Livesay, LCSW The Mindful Prescription for Adult ADHD is a book out by Dr. Lidia Zylowska. Dr. Zylowska has put together an eight point plan to integrate mindfulness meditation to improve focus and emotional regulation. Her book is grounded in research and is full of references looking at…
A Powerful Way To Start The Day
by Harry Livesay, LCSW Division Head of Therapy Services I made the discovery years ago, laughter is a powerful way to start the day. One day I had the television on for background noise while getting ready for the busy work week ahead. It was a rainy Monday morning, and I Love Lucy was on. As…