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I am a counselor in Denver and this city, the people and all of the events happening right now impact me. While counseling is about the individual, we can’t get away from the fact that I have my own thoughts and feelings, which influence my approach.
Because of this, I think it’s important for you to know a little about me. To help with that understanding, I add posts and blogs about me as well as other important subjects such as depression, anxiety, aging, transitions, and the community. I also like to post about people who inspire me.
You’ll notice that you can search by subject or date. I hope the information will be helpful to you and your search for a counselor. I am happy to talk with you about any of these topics and to determine if I am good fit for you and your needs. Please email me or call.
joanna@joannafordcounseling.com
Cell: 303-521-0731
The 2016 Presidential Election and Anxiety
The 2016 Presidential Election and Anxiety The 2016 Presidential Election will be happening in the United States next week. I have blogged about how exposure to social media and the news might be creating anxiety for some people. Last week I posted some suggestions...
Social Media and Anxiety Part Two
Social Media and Anxiety Part Two The last blog post I wrote was about Social Media and anxiety. Since then, I have had numerous conversations with people about 'unfollowing' people, friends or organizations. It is a way to manage exposure to negative energy. So far...
Social Media and Anxiety
What Decreases Your Feelings of Anxiety? There is something helpful about sharing our experiences, what has worked for one person, may work for another. If not, it is always nice to know we are not alone in the struggle. Personally, I'm thinking a lot about anxiety...
Crying in Public
Crying in Public I once got lost in the Denver Tech Center. I was heading to a training that I was very exited about. I just could not find it so I started to cry. I went into Starbucks to ask if they could help me. But I was crying. Someone did help me, but when I...
Depression=Lack of Motivation?
Lack of motivation is so tricky. People that experience depression often tell me they would like to stay under the covers and hide from responsibility. It is scary because if we are not able to show up, physically or mentally how can we "meet our goals" or "follow...
Transitions and Depression
Transitions can lead to depression. Transitions such as leaving a job, aging, moving, having a last session with a client, the death of a loved one, floods that destroy home and lives. We want the feelings that come along with depression such as sadness, anger,...
Recent Posts
Learning More About PMDD
Learning More About PMDD I have recently been inspired by a new podcast to learn more about PMDD. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder impacts some of the clients that I work with. The symptoms and a description are included in this link. The symptoms are: irritability,...
Aging and Hormones
Aging and Hormones Aging and hormones is a tricky topic. Just when you think you have figured out how hormones are impacting your life, something will change. Aging is happening every day. Some say we are lucky to age. Hormones are an important part of our life...
EMDR Part Two
EMDR Part Two EMDR(Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) was discovered by Francine Shapiro in 1987. To learn more about her, click on her name above. It was created and studied to help people heal from traumatic events in their lives. Joanna Ford Counseling is...
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