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Dr. Liane Leedom: How mindfulness and DBT can help recovery
Dr. Liane Leedom at a Society for the Scientific Study of Psychopathy conference. Recovery from a damaging involvement with a sociopath is possible. Dr. Liane Leedom, a psychiatrist and professor a
Dr. Liane Leedom: Biological foundations of our relationships
Dr. Liane Leedom at a Society for the Scientific Study of Psychopathy conference. Our ability to form relationships with each other is rooted deep in biological foundations. Dr. Liane Leedom, a psy
Dr. Liane Leedom explains extreme relationship stress
Dr. Liane Leedom at a Society for the Scientific Study of Psychopathy conference. Why does the silent treatment hurt so much? Why does the end of a relationship feel like withdrawal? What is cognit
I learned that I wasn’t crazy and toxic
The romantic relationship Jessica had with Luke left her feeling confused and abused. As a result, she turned to substances and experienced suicidal ideation. Then Jessica spoke with Susanna, wh
Love and losing my mind, Part 3: Truth and recovery
All her life, Susannas greatest interests were psychological thrillers and cults. When she got away from her relationship, she realized that with Luke, shed been living in one. Susanna wondered if
Love and losing my mind, Part 2: Manipulation
Susanna realized that her boyfriend, Luke, had two distinct sides to his personality one side would never hurt her, and the other could. When things were good, she enjoyed the happiest moments o
Love and losing my mind, Part 1: The Seduction
For months, Susanna thought of Luke as only a friend. But when she was in need, he rescued her and from then on, he was more than a friend. Their excursions were full of fun and laughter but t
Vjolca Capri, LMHC: Let the village help you marry
Your culture can still support you, even if youve left your country. Vjolca Capri, LMHC, QS, NBCC, draws on her Islamic faith and traditions as she works with clients. Expats may miss their homes and
Fast and Deceptive — a Marriage Scam
Con artists will take advantage anything, including faith, tradition and culture, in order to exploit their targets. Mariam, unfortunately, learned this the hard way. She met a prospective suitor on
Mandy Friedman, LPCC: Understanding depression
What is depression? Mandy Friedman, LPCC-S, CCDVC, CCTP, is a counselor who specializes in treating victims of abuse, many of whom feel depressed. She explains that depression is a neurobiological and