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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
Pre Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Pre Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder I talk with most clients about how their menstrual cycle impacts their lives. It is important to know about Pre Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder and how it might be impacting your life. The Journal of Women's Health & Gender-Based...
Menstruation Taboo
Menstruation Taboo People experiencing menstruation are often seen as unclean. This association as well as many others associated with menstruation have been found across cultures and geographies, says Clue. Menstruation is a signal of reproduction. The menstruation...
The Top Ten of 2017
The Top Ten of 2017 2017 has been quite a year. You were courageous. You survived. Do you have a top ten list? Your top ten might not be what you think they are. They might be all the moments in between. Reflecting on Your Top Ten There will be many lists. Top ten...
The Courage of Anne Frank
The Courage of Anne Frank It seems almost impossible to write about my experience of seeing the Anne Frank House. This is the place where Anne Frank and her family, plus four other people, hid from Nazi persecution for two years (1942-1944). Anne was 13 years old at...
Shedding the Inner Lining of Uterus Through the Vagina
Shedding the Inner Lining of Uterus Through the Vagina You may refer to this as Menstruation, period, shark week, on the rag, Aunt Flo, Moon time, The Red Badge of Courage or a variety of other catchy names. While I appreciate this, does it hide the fact that people...
#Me Too Increasing Anxiety and Depression?
#Me Too Increasing Anxiety and Depression It is October 2017 and we have a lot to consider. All of these "things" were happening. By things I mean racism, sexism, ableism, and many many more "isms". Social media may be making all of this more difficult for you....
Recent Posts
August 2020
We are told to be kind, “in a world where you can be anything, choose to be kind”, I see this message over and over, but one minute I feel kind and the next I feel mean.
Anti-Racism Resources
See the links below for books, websites and podcasts about Anti-Racism, White Privilege, White Supremacy Culture, White Fragility and Racial Justice. https://blacklivesmatter.com https://www.instagram.com/blklivesmatter/...
Mental Health Month
Mental Health Month There are so many issues challenging our mental health. Below are some links to check out. https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2020/05/29/if-youre-struggling-with-happiness-experts-say-shoot-being-content-itll-last-longer/...
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