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- Acceptance
- Animal Assisted Therapy
- Anxiety
- Blog
- Brainspotting
- Change
- Children and Teen Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Culinary Art Therapy (CAT)
- Depression
- Education
- EMDR Therapy
- Equine Therapy
- Family Dynamics
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- Infertility
- Insomnia
- Learning Disability
- Mindfulness
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- Online Therapy
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- Therapist Feature
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Why a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Is Your Best Choice for Mental Health Care
If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or another mental health challenge, you might be wondering who to turn to for support—your primary care physician (PCP)? A psychiatrist? Maybe you’ve even felt unsure about medication and whether it’s the right step for you. Here’s the truth: When it comes to mental ...
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The Messy, Beautiful Work of Healing Trauma
The work of healing trauma work isn’t pretty. It isn’t neatly packaged or linear. It doesn’t follow a clear timeline, and it certainly doesn’t care whether we feel “ready” for it. Sometimes, it feels like opening a door to a storm we’ve spent years trying to keep shut. For so ...
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When “Crashing Out” Isn’t an Option: How Therapy Helps You Stay Standing When Everything Feels Like Too Much
There’s a phrase that comes up more and more in sessions lately: “I just want to crash out.” It’s not laziness. It’s not giving up. It’s a desperate need to disconnect—just for a second—from the stress, the pressure, the noise, the panic. But what happens when crashing out isn’t actually ...
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Heal Medical Trauma with EMDR Therapy and Mental Wellness Intensives
EMDR therapy is a proven, evidence-based approach to healing medical trauma, and it can help you regain control over your emotional wellness. At Bright Spot Counseling in Michigan, we specialize in EMDR therapy and offer EMDR Intensives for individuals who want to process and release the fear, anxiety, and distress ...
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Healing for the Highly Sensitive: How EMDR Can Help You Find Relief
If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), you understand how emotions can impact your life. While sensitivity fosters deep connections, it can also be overwhelming due to past traumas. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy offers a gentle method to process these feelings, promoting emotional balance. Imagine overcoming old ...
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The Unspoken Challenges of Supporting a Loved One Through Cancer: A Mental Health Perspective
When someone you love is diagnosed with cancer, your world changes overnight. The focus shifts to their treatment plans, survival rates, and how to support them. But what’s rarely discussed is the emotional rollercoaster that comes with caring for or simply being close to someone battling cancer. This isn’t just ...
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Does Blue Cross Blue Shield Cover Therapy? A Real-World Guide to Mental Health & Counseling Benefits in Michigan
Are you curious if Blue Cross Blue Shield covers therapy? You’re not alone! Many people looking for help with anxiety, depression, or trauma have the same question. The good news is that most BCBS plans cover different mental health services, including individual and family therapy, psychiatric evaluations, and even EMDR ...
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Is Mental Health Therapy Worth It?
Are you curious about whether therapy can really make a difference? You’re definitely not alone in that thought! At Bright Spot Counseling, we understand that feelings like anxiety and exhaustion can weigh heavily on both your mind and body. We're here to help you heal from both sides. Whether you’re ...
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The “Superpower” That’s Making Girls Sick: How Perfectionism Masks Hidden Mental Health Struggles
As a therapist serving Metro Detroit, including Farmington Hills and nearby areas, I’ve observed a troubling trend among young women: a relentless drive for perfection that often conceals deeper struggles, particularly undiagnosed ADHD. These women are perceived as “superheroes”—seemingly thriving on the surface while internally battling emotional dysregulation, rejection sensitivity, ...
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Is Social Media Hurting Your Relationship? (Here’s What to Do About It)
Is social media putting a strain on your relationship? If you find yourself feeling jealous or a bit distant while your partner scrolls through their feed, hey, you're not the only one. Many couples worry about what their partner is up to online. Social media can really create some stress ...
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