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Modern society has and is becoming increasingly more accepting of different types of family structures. However, there are still many internal factors that can make it difficult for blended families to live together harmoniously. The term blended families refers to a family dynamic that includes one or more "step" family members. Contact us today to find out more how Family Therapy can help your family.

Most humans, in some form or another, experience changes, and challenges in their mental states at some point in their lives. However, the tools, and resources for navigating these changes aren't always in front of our faces for us to utilize them. Also, they can be new to us, and difficult for us to understand. For example, how many of us have heard of cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT? This form of psychological treatment developed as a way to change people's thinking patterns.

​You may have heard of depression before, but many myths abound about what depression is and how it can be treated. Regardless of what you may be experiencing, there are resources and tools available to assist you in addressing depression's underlying causes and symptoms. Located in the Fresno area, Jodi Mitchell is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), empathy, and other solutions-focused approaches to help you find the best way to process emotions and address the symptoms that you may be experiencing as a result of your depression.

​Anxiety is different for everyone, but the effects of it on the mind and the body are detrimental. If you are having trouble dealing with the stress that anxiety causes, you might want to try writing poetry. Read more to find out how it can help you.

If you have PTSD, nothing can be more frightening and exhausting than the constant vigilance of anticipating the next stressful event, whether that be a panic attack, flashback, etc. The stress of it can literally cause you adverse physical symptoms. Because this can become so debilitating, here are some questions you can use to "check in" with yourself in order to keep you grounded in the moment.

Couples counseling can be a life-changer when the couple finally decides to see a counselor, usually after enduring years of endless arguments. They now have a third person to provide them with a different perspective on what is happening in their relationship. The couples therapist could offer them advice on how to de-escalate stressful situations, learn to compromise so that they can find common ground.

​People may seek therapy for reasons ranging from dealing with traumatic or stressful situations to diagnosing and treating specific mental health conditions. Talk therapy with a licensed therapist can be an especially helpful tool when dealing with depression.

Anxiety is something we all experience at some points in life, but for some, it can feel out of control in the way we experience it. When anxiety has such a firm grip on what you can accomplish from day to day, sometimes medication can only temporarily alleviate your symptoms. This is where cognitive behavioral therapy steps in to help you see long-lasting progress in the struggle with anxiety.

​If you're wondering if you're too young to seek help to improve your relationship, you're not alone. Many dating or engaged couples wonder the same thing. The truth is, any couple (young or not) that faces little divergences or big problems can seek counseling if they want to save or better their relationship. If you're thinking about seeing a therapist, is not a sign that your relationship is failing, rather, is a sign of your commitment to make it succeed.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (or PTSD) can develop in individuals following a terrifying, shocking, threatening, or traumatic event. Though symptoms may appear immediately or even months after the event occurred, it is important to understand these symptoms and know when to seek treatment. The following information will help you better understand this disorder, its symptoms, and available treatment options.