As a psychotherapist dedicated to supporting mental health, I often encounter clients who are struggling with intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, and interpersonal difficulties. For many, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has been a game-changer. Developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan in the late 1980s, DBT was originally designed to help individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its powerful techniques and principles have since been adapted to help a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Here’s why DBT might be the key to transforming your mental health journey. 1. A Balanced Approach…

 Everyone has a unique personality, and emotional intelligence plays a huge role in how we interact with the world around us. But what is emotional intelligence? How can it help you understand yourself better, and become more successful? In this blog post, we'll explore what emotional intelligence is, why it's important, and how you can use it to be the best version of yourself.  What is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional intelligence (EQ) is defined as the ability to identify, assess, and manage one’s own emotions as well as those of others. It involves understanding your own feelings and those of others, empathy…

Being a successful leader requires more than just the ability to make decisions. It requires self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the ability to maintain a calm head in stressful situations. Many business leaders are turning to mindfulness practices to help them develop these skills. Here’s why mindfulness can be beneficial for leaders looking to increase their self-awareness and emotional intelligence.  Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment, without judgment, and with an open mind. It can help leaders reduce stress levels and become more aware of their own emotions. When practiced regularly, mindfulness can help leaders become better at…

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Most of us are familiar with IQ but not everyone is as familiar with EQ or emotional intelligence. EQ is considered much more important than IQ in working well with others such as managing groups or maintaining relationships. Emotional intelligence is basically the ability to perceive others emotional states and self-awareness of your own including the ability to manage or self-regulate emotions which is an invaluable skill. Many people with high IQs are successful but often have difficulty connecting with others whereas those with high EQs are the opposite. In my experience people that have success in certain areas of…