Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy by American Behavioral Clinics of Greater Milwaukee, WI.

Spring’s Arrival Affects Mental Health

2023-03-23T12:00:33-05:00

While many people look forward to spring, psychologists know that it is the season when some mental health challenges peak. Therefore, emergency rooms often fill up with people with mental health conditions, and doctors know they are more likely to see some conditions in the spring than at any other time. [...]

Spring’s Arrival Affects Mental Health2023-03-23T12:00:33-05:00

Show the World How Strong You Are by Seeking Counseling

2023-02-20T11:35:51-06:00

Many people see seeking mental health help as a sign of weakness. This feeling is especially prevalent among the black community, where some studies show that up to 63% of people see seeking counseling as a sign of weakness. If you are one of them, then consider these ideas. Counseling [...]

Show the World How Strong You Are by Seeking Counseling2023-02-20T11:35:51-06:00

What Types of Psychiatry Are There?

2023-01-10T11:00:10-06:00

Types of Psychiatry Psychiatrists can choose to specialize in many fields, or they can start a more general practice. When you are looking for a psychiatrist, knowing the different types can help you pick a professional that is ready to assist you. Addiction Psychiatry These psychiatrists often work with people addicted to [...]

What Types of Psychiatry Are There?2023-01-10T11:00:10-06:00

What Is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy?

2022-11-28T13:42:31-06:00

Initially developed by Marsha Linehan, dialectical behavioral therapy is a form of talk therapy that helps people focus on the changes they can make instead of on their thinking patterns and emotions. As opposed to the reasoning and rationing skills taught and practiced in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy focuses more on mindfulness. [...]

What Is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy?2022-11-28T13:42:31-06:00

Holiday Eating Tips

2023-05-17T11:04:09-05:00

Holiday Eating Tips By Stacey Nye, PhD, FAED Thanksgiving is right around the corner and many of my clients have a similar concern: How to handle all the food usually present at large family holiday events. Hopefully, these tips will help get you through with little stress and much enjoyment. Tip # 1 Eat [...]

Holiday Eating Tips2023-05-17T11:04:09-05:00

Group Therapy Sessions

2022-05-26T10:34:12-05:00

Advantages of Group Therapy During group therapy, patients meet in a small group with others who may relate to their current condition. Depending on the size and nature of the groups, the setup of group therapy will vary. Typically, groups may have as many as 12 people or as little as 4 people. Groups meet [...]

Group Therapy Sessions2022-05-26T10:34:12-05:00

The Doctor-Patient Relationship

2020-07-23T20:21:24-05:00

Ways to Ensure a Successful Doctor-Patient Relationship A successful doctor-patient relationship starts with good communication and a partnership where both work toward the best outcome. With preparation, you can become an active partner in your health, making sure that you leave each appointment well informed and satisfied with the care received. Below are some tips [...]

The Doctor-Patient Relationship2020-07-23T20:21:24-05:00

Ten Reasons to Include Family Therapy

2022-05-26T10:20:46-05:00

Ten Reasons to Include Family Therapy in the Initial Treatment of Children and Adolescents Practitioners use many different strategies to engage parents early in the treatment process because: 1. The parent/guardian has an important story to share about the child and his/her target behaviors. 2. The parent/guardian’s perspective about the child’s behavior affects the child’s [...]

Ten Reasons to Include Family Therapy2022-05-26T10:20:46-05:00

What You Need to Know About Bipolar Disorder

2023-05-17T11:07:37-05:00

Bipolar Disorder: Signs & SymptomsBipolar disorder is identified by mood swings. If your mood often swings back and forth from severe lows (depression) to unrealistic or unstable highs (mania), you may have bipolar disorder. These periods are called episodes.Do the Following Types of Episodes Sound FamiliarUse the following examples as a guideline. If you think [...]

What You Need to Know About Bipolar Disorder2023-05-17T11:07:37-05:00

What You Need to Know About Depression

2020-06-24T21:32:04-05:00

Depression: Signs & Symptoms Depression is a medical disorder characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, pessimism, and a general loss of interest in life, combined with a sense of reduced emotional well-being.  The three most common types of depression are major depression, dysthymia, and bipolar disorder. In most instances, major depressive disorder is a recurrent, [...]

What You Need to Know About Depression2020-06-24T21:32:04-05:00