Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Adult Psychotherapy

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Adult Psychotherapy
Adult Psychotherapy is offered by several of our practitioners. Please visit our Practitioner's page to choose the therapist best suited for you.

Psychotherapy is a helping process through which an individual can work with a therapist to resolve or better cope with life’s challenges. At The Entelechy Wellness Center, we primarily use problem-solving (cognitive-behavioral) and interpersonal therapies with adults. These treatments are highly effective in

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Psychotherapy

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Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy can lead to a number of benefits. Therapy can provide a perspective and a level of self-awareness that can be very challenging to get on your own. For example, therapy can prompt an understanding of relationship patterns which may enable you to make better, wiser choices. The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn.

Finding a therapist that is right for you is crucial. It

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Saturday, November 17, 2012

Couple's Workshop Goals

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Couple's Workshop Goals
Please note goals will vary, as each workshop is completely customized to each couple. However, below is a general guideline.

The structured agenda helps couples to quickly identify strengths and weaknesses. Couples will gain an understanding of how relationship patterns developed and how to go about getting “unstuck”.

Understanding

Increase awareness of each other’s current dreams, regrets, fears, and hopes
Discover what your partner

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Thursday, November 15, 2012

Process

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Process
During a hypnotherapy session, the Hypnotherapist guides you into a state of deep relaxation (like meditation only in a deeper state and expertly-guided) in which the conscious part of your mind feels at peace as you listen to positive and calming instructions which alter your subconscious mind. Unproductive or destructive patterns of behavior can be changed with gentle and effective suggestions given during sessions.

Hypnotherapy can be done in person or over the phone.

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Educational Consultation

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Educational Consultation
An Educational Consultant (EC) provides a variety of services. Educational Consultant, Carol Adelman offers educational consultation and parent/student advocacy services.

An Educational Consultant provides a variety of services. Services include helping parents and families make educational decisions. For example, finding the right school for your child. Many parents do not know what to ask for, and the expertise of an Educational Consultant can make

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Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Psychological Testing

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Psychological Testing
We have two Psychologists offering Psychological Testing. Dr. Lisa Rosequist offers evaluations for individuals ages 6-16. Dr. Patricia Weiss offers evaluations for individuals ages 3 through adult.

Psychological testing, also known as psychological assessment, is the foundation of how psychologists better understand a person and their behavior. It is a process of problem solving for many professionals — to try and determine the core components of a

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Misconceptions About Hypnosis

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Misconceptions About Hypnosis
There are a lot of misconceptions about hypnosis.

The truth about hypnosis:

1. Hypnosis will not make you tell secrets. When in a hypnotic state, you're merely open to suggestions. You still have a choice and won't divulge anything you wouldn't ordinarily divulge. You might bring forward some inner truths, which is what hypnosis is generally used for. These might shed light on some self-sabotage or some other situations you're currently placing

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Hypnotherapy

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Hypnotherapy
Lauren Alegre is our expert Hypnotherapist.

What is hypnotherapy?

Hypnotherapy is a widely misunderstood and underestimated practice. Unfortunately, the media and “pop” culture have portrayed hypnotherapy fairly negatively and shown us it through gimmicky practices for entertainment value. The reality is that scientific research shows that hypnotherapy is highly effective. It is highly effective in not only emotional and psychological areas, but has also been

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Benefits of Hypnosis

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Benefits of Hypnosis
Benefits of Hypnosis include the following:

Reduce Stress
Improve Sports Performance
Reduce Anxiety
Improve Concentration
Improve Sleep Patterns
Increase Motivation
Release Negative Emotions, Such as Anger
Balance Moods
Increase Creativity
Eliminate habits such as smoking and overeating
Overcome fears of taking tests, public speaking, flying, heights, making cold calls, crossing bridges, riding in elevators
Prepare for surgical

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Monday, November 5, 2012

Psychotherapy Groups

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Psychotherapy Groups
Group psychotherapy, like individual psychotherapy, is intended to help people who would like to improve their ability to cope with difficulties and problems in their lives. Group therapy focuses on interpersonal interactions, so relationship problems are addressed well in groups. One of the biggest advantages of group psychotherapy is that the client feels that others "get it" and that s/he is not alone. The issues that are the primary focus depend on the

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Psychotherapy

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Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy can lead to a number of benefits. Therapy can provide a perspective and a level of self-awareness that can be very challenging to get on your own. For example, therapy can prompt an understanding of relationship patterns which may enable you to make better, wiser choices. The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn.

Finding a therapist that is right for you is crucial. It

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Parenting Consultation

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Parenting Consultation
Parenting consultations can either be a single meeting about a specific problem, or if needed, a series of sessions. Please visit our Practitioner’s page to choose the therapist best suited for your parenting needs.

It is difficult to find clarity and perspective when you are part of a situation. It can be very helpful to discuss things with a professional third party for additional insight.

Parents find consultation sessions helpful for several

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Sunday, November 4, 2012

Dr. Sarah Villarreal, Psy.D

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Dr. Sarah Villarreal, Psy.D
CEO and Founder
Dr. Sarah Villarreal is a licensed psychologist with over twelve years of experience. Her non-judgmental approach to therapy includes interpersonal theory, life-coaching and cognitive behavioral techniques. Dr. Villarreal uses an interactive style in exploring relationship and behavior patterns to support change and help people to reach their fullest potential and become their best self.

With children and adolescents, Dr. Villarreal

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Dr. Sarah Villarreal, Psy.D

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Dr. Sarah Villarreal, Psy.D
CEO and Founder
Dr. Sarah Villarreal is a licensed psychologist with over twelve years of experience. Her non-judgmental approach to therapy includes interpersonal theory, life-coaching and cognitive behavioral techniques. Dr. Villarreal uses an interactive style in exploring relationship and behavior patterns to support change and help people to reach their fullest potential and become their best self.

With children and adolescents, Dr. Villarreal

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