ARTICLESMany of these articles were written for and previously published in my monthly column, “Sanity Check”, on www.mycastrovalley.com.
All articles are written by me, and the content is copyrighted. Feel free to print or copy them for your personal use. Please contact me for permission to reprint or copy to another website, or for any business/commercial use.Alcohol, Drug & Other Addictions
New Approaches to Understanding and Treating Problem Drinking
The Process Addictions: Gambling, Gaming, Shopping, Sex
Staying Sober the Mindful Way
Change Your Drinking Habits
Prescription Drug Abuse
Marijuana Addiction
Am I Addicted?
Alcohol: Know the Facts
Are you a Co-dependent Person?
Anxiety, Depression & Other Disorders
Using Cognitive Therapy to Break the Cycle of Depression
Worried Sick & Sick of Worrying?
Complimentary Therapies for Mood Disorders
Understanding & Overcoming Depression
Anxiety & Panic Attacks
Social Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Winter Blues
Attention Deficit Disorder in Adults
Anger & Other Behavioral Issues
Letting Go May Be the Best Option
Is Venting Anger Good or Bad?
Spending Out of Control?
Fail-Proof Resolutions
Road Rage
Overcoming Procrastination
Dealing With Difficult People
Bullies, Narcissists and Snipers
Dealing With Narcissists
Marriage, Family & Relationships
Parenting to Break the Cycle
Divorce & Coparenting
Surviving Infidelity
Communication for Couples
Finding & Keeping Love
Elements of a Healthy Relationship
Unhealthy Relationships
Back-to-School: Avoid Morning Chaos
Sleep, Mind-Body Practices & Self-Care
Clock genes, manic mice, blue light & amber lenses
The Food & Mood Connection
The Skeptic’s Guide to Mindfulness
Just Get Moving!
What’s Mindfulness Got To Do With It?
Working with the Felt Sense
Safe Sleeping
Chronic Pain
Building Self-Esteem
Tips for a Good Night’s Sleep
Relaxation Techniques
Stress, Grief & Trauma
Resilience & Emotion Regulation
Your Time Is Limited
How Long Are Your Telomeres?
Are You Maxed Out?
Coping with Change
Ten Steps to Stress Relief
Dealing with Trauma
Grief & Recovery
Handling Holiday Stress