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Perspectives of Troy Counseling Centers
Trusted & Confidential Counseling in Metro Detroit
You Need Not Walk Alone
December 2015
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Filling Emotional Voids is our featured article this month by John Noteware, LMSW. See below for this informative article.
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Filling Emotional Voids
Every time we feel hurt, or used or abused, we choose to react one way or another. Some of us tell ourselves that things are going to be okay no matter what. Some of us seek revenge or curse those responsible. Some of us shut down and stop thinking, talking or responding. Some of us get angry and outwardly respond to the world with loud voices, shaking fists or declarations of dissatisfaction. Some of us simply medicate our wounds and hurts with something else that helps us feel better. Anyway we react, there is a myriad of healthy and unhealthy ways to respond and it is my hope that we can learn the healthiest ways to react for our own sake.
After getting hurt, used or abused, there may be a period of time in which we do not believe what has happened. Then there may be periods of anger or sadness which is normal. In these moments what we choose to do next could be the difference between healthy coping skills and developing some assortment of maladaptive thinking that can cause us problems later in life. When we find ourselves in these situations, it is important to remember that the way we feel is always valid and that our reactions are always within our control-- especially if we are prepared for these occurrences.
When you find yourself in these situations, it is important to ask yourself, "How should I react?" versus "How do I want to react?" How you should react and how you want to react are often two very different things. One may ask themselves, "Is what I am about to do going to be best for me and others in my life in the long run?" If not, then perhaps waiting for a more appropriate response to come to you is advised.
Any way you choose to respond is, of course, up to you. It is my hope that if you prepare for life's' disappointments and tragedies then you will be prepared with healthy reactions. If not, then we could be setting ourselves up for further disappointment and resentment. Other suggested ways to cope and thrive are:
- Stay calm through breathing and visualizing better situations
- Seeking out someone to talk to
- Exercise, hobbies or musical interests
Stay strong, stay prepared and remember that the way you feel is always valid and that the way you choose to respond is always within your control.
If you or someone you know could benefit from the support that counseling provides, contact Perspectives of Troy Counseling Centers at
248-288-8644.
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Service Spotlight
Perspectives of Troy Counseling Centers is the premier counseling and mental health organization in the metro area with two locations to serve you. We are a private, outpatient clinic, featuring over 35 professional therapists of varied specialties and expertise. Each professional is graduate level, experienced and state licensed. No matter what your need, there is a caring and experienced therapist who can help.
At Perspectives of Troy Counseling Centers, we specialize in a wide range of issues including:
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~ Aging
~ Anger
~ Anxiety
~ Behavioral Addictions
~ Behavioral Problems
~ Bi-Polar Disorder
~ Blended Family Issues
~ Bullying
~ Chronic Pain & Illness
~ Co-dependency
~ Depression
~ Domestic Violence
~ Eating Disorders
~ Family Issues
~ Grief & Loss
~ Marital Counseling
~ Mood Disorders
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~ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
~ Parenting Issues
~ Pre-Marital Counseling
~ Psychiatric Services
~ Psychological Testing
~ PTSD
~ Self-Control/Impulse Issues
~ Self-Esteem
~ Self-Injury
~ Severe & Persistent Mental Illness
~ Sexual Abuse
~ Sexual Addiction
~ Single Parenting
~ Social Problems
~ Stress Management
~ Social Skills
~ Substance Abuse
~ Trauma & Abuse
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