Regulus Counseling Specialties
“True navigation begins in the human heart. It’s the most important map of all.” –Elizabeth Kapu’uwailani Lindsey, first Polynesian Explorer and first female Fellow of the National Geographic Society
Each person is unique. Each person has value. Each person has the right to live a happy, healthy life. As each person is individual, with that individuality are unique life circumstances, challenges, and paths towards health and happiness. Our clinicians are specialized in working with First Responders and trauma; we are also experienced in working with a wide variety of communities and mental health areas. We hope to join you in your journey towards wellness.
Men’s Issues
Men and women can experience mental health difficulties, where there are noticeable differences between the issues affecting them, particularly the factors which may influence those issues. Men’s issues can often originate from societal expectations and traditional gender roles, which may cause increased pressure and stresses, with an internalized ideation that he must: be the primary financial provider, display traditional “masculine” traits (strength, control)—leading to the reliance only on himself (rather than seeking help or speaking openly about his emotions).
Common mental health conditions in men:
- Depression and Anxiety
- Anger
- PTSD
- Relationship issues
- Substance abuse
We believe each person has the right to live a healthy, balanced life, with the freedom to seek support and treatment. Our clinicians are experienced in guiding our male clients in opening themselves and accepting support. Seeking and accepting support and treatment is a sign of strength, as the individual is actively seeking tools for personal growth. The healthy coping skills and tools our clinicians can equip our clients include emotional regulation, effective communication, and focusing on self-care (taking time for leisure and hobbies), helping to improve mood, which not only contributes to healthy wellness in body and mind, but also in establishing and maintaining healthy relationships.
Anxiety, Depression, Life Stress
Life can be demanding, especially with an unprecedented health phenomenon, causing additional stress and uncertainty, which can lead to anxiety or depression, compounded to daily, general stresses.
Anxiety
Experiencing occasional anxiety is a routine part of life; we may feel a little nervous, moments before an important presentation; we may feel momentary panic because we were mistaken in the row or section, we parked our car. Yet, these moments lapse. Individuals who may have anxiety disorders will frequently experience intense, excessive, and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations; these individuals will also experience repeated episodes of sudden feelings of intense anxiety and fear, which reaches a peak within minutes, exhibited as panic attacks. These feelings are incredibly intense, where they interfere with daily activities, are difficult to control, and are out of proportion to the actual danger, forcing these individuals to avoid places or situations to prevent these feelings. Some individuals are naturally prone to anxiety, where life experiences, such as traumatic events, can trigger anxiety disorders.
Although intermittent anxiety is normal, if you feel as if you are worrying in an excess amount, and it interferes with your work, relationships, or other parts of your life, you do not need to face these challenges alone. Our clinicians can guide you with healthy, constructive coping strategies to mitigate the worry, fear, and anxiety.
Depression
Life’s journey is marked with moments, both happy and sad. Sad life circumstances: the death of a loved one or companion animal, the loss of a job, or the ending of a relationship—all are difficult experiences to endure—the sadness is normal. In depression, individuals feel sadness; the distinction is that the individual experiences a persistent feeling of sadness, associated with a loss of interest or pleasure in activities, noticeably distinctive in affecting the way a person feels, thinks, and behaves, with the person having difficulty in performing everyday activities in school, work, social activities, and relationships, with a feeling of hopelessness.
Common signs of depression:
- Feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
- Angry outbursts, irritability, agitation, or frustration
- Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
- Sleep disturbances (insomnia, or increase amount of sleep)
- Tiredness and lack of energy- extra effort is exerted for even small tasks
- Appetite disturbances (reduced appetite and weight loss, or increased cravings and weight gain)
- Feelings of worthlessness or guilt, with a fixation of past failures, or self-blame
- Trouble in thinking, concentrating, decision-making, remembering; slowed thinking, speaking, or body movement
- Frequent or recurring thoughts of death, suicidal ideation, suicidal attempts, or suicide
If you think you may hurt yourself, or attempt suicide, call 911 or your local emergency room number immediately. Another option is to call the National Suicide Prevention Line: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255); to reach the Veterans Crisis Line, call the same number, and press “1.”
If you have a loved one who is in danger of suicide, or has made a suicide attempt, ensure that he or she is not alone. Call 911 or your local emergency room number immediately. If you believe it is safe to do so, take the person to the nearest emergency room.
You are important. You have value. The feelings associated with depression are misleading—there is always hope. Together, with our clinicians, we navigate the route towards wellness. Our clinicians are experienced in treating depression utilizing a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), focused on the present and problem solving. As every person is an individual, every individualist problem has an individualistic solution. We hope to embark on that expedition with you, to discover that solution.
Life Stress
We have all experienced stress in our lives, whether the death of a loved one, a divorce, an increase in financial obligation, or experiencing a chronic illness or injury (or being a caregiver)—the common thread: a huge life change. Change can be overwhelming, yet you have the power to persevere through it. We believe in the strength each person possesses, and their capability to harness that strength to overcome adversity, to actively create positive change— steps in the path towards overall wellness.