The “ABCDE” method of disputing negative thoughts is designed to fight off and transform feelings of helpless pessimism when misfortune strikes. Many of us would speak up if co-workers or family members criticized us unfairly. But when negative, self-critical thoughts fill our own heads, we may have a hard time telling ourselves that we are wrong.
The ABCDE model goes like this:
Consider the Adversity (A) you are currently facing.
Examine your automatic beliefs (B) about the situation; first thoughts that enter your mind. Are they unreasonably pessimistic?
What are the usual consequences (C) of these thoughts? What feelings emerge? What actions usually follow?
Dispute (D) the routine belief to interrupt the cycle of pessimism and down-trodden self-pity. Argue with yourself.
You will feel energized (E) and ready to take on the problem.
Challenging and modifying your thinking will lead to different and healthier emotional and behavioral response. Be nice to yourself.
About Us
- Kathlene B. LaCour and Craig S. Judd
- Passages Behavioral Health Services was founded out of need to service mentally ill, co-occurring, correctional clients seeking a second chance. Our 40 years of clinical experience has prepared us to do this work which includes providing case management, Community Living Suppports (CLS), clinical assessment, treatment planning and more. Passages Behavioral Health also manages re-entry housing for this population know as the Passages House. We provide a service that not only bridges folks to another chance but helps maintain their progress in the community.
Monday, October 30, 2006
Monday, October 23, 2006
Suicide
Are you filled with sadness, fear, self-hatred, ruminating thoughts, negativity and more? Do you feel like things are never going to get any better?
"What is the point if I lost my job, lost my best friend, lost my freedom, lost my partner.....? I can't seem to pull myself out of this, no one really care and I feel so helpless...."
Are you wake at night thinking about all the things going on in your life, What you said, what you should have said, what you want to say, what you want to do? All the reasons that life it just too unbearable to continue....
We want to know all of this but what I REALLY want to know is what keeps you alive? This is just as important as your pain. What are your dreams, what are you connected to? Who do you love and why? What inside you keeps you going?
Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary or transient problem. Life will change!!!!! There is no doubt about that...Make a choice, seek help. Depression and suicidal thoughts are VERY treatable. You can get help. You can feel better. Seek help now. 1-800-SUICIDE or local mental health center near you.
"What is the point if I lost my job, lost my best friend, lost my freedom, lost my partner.....? I can't seem to pull myself out of this, no one really care and I feel so helpless...."
Are you wake at night thinking about all the things going on in your life, What you said, what you should have said, what you want to say, what you want to do? All the reasons that life it just too unbearable to continue....
We want to know all of this but what I REALLY want to know is what keeps you alive? This is just as important as your pain. What are your dreams, what are you connected to? Who do you love and why? What inside you keeps you going?
Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary or transient problem. Life will change!!!!! There is no doubt about that...Make a choice, seek help. Depression and suicidal thoughts are VERY treatable. You can get help. You can feel better. Seek help now. 1-800-SUICIDE or local mental health center near you.
Friday, October 20, 2006
Simplicity
Keeping it simple creates an atmosphere of acceptance and trust. We can really tend to complicate life with our fears, worries, wants and unhealthy attachments. How do you learn to focus on what is truly important? How do you find out what is important to you?
Breathe and let go
Be in the moment
One moment, One thing, One being
Make the choice Love or Fear (there are no buts or ands)
Focus on the simplicity of life we are only here in the moment who knows what the next moment will bring.
Breathe and let go
Be in the moment
One moment, One thing, One being
Make the choice Love or Fear (there are no buts or ands)
Focus on the simplicity of life we are only here in the moment who knows what the next moment will bring.
Friday, October 13, 2006
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
The Power of Choice
Every action has a reaction.
What we do makes an impact on others and on ourselves.
We have the power to create our own experiences.
With power comes great responsibility...
Be careful what you wish for and what thoughts you but into action because you may get exactly that!
What we do makes an impact on others and on ourselves.
We have the power to create our own experiences.
With power comes great responsibility...
Be careful what you wish for and what thoughts you but into action because you may get exactly that!
Monday, October 09, 2006
Mental Health Treatment by Video Growing
Psychiatrists, often in need and hard to find in rural areas, are increasingly turning to video to treat their far-flung patients, illustrating one of the latest growth areas of telemedicine.
"Once the telemedicine session starts, it's no different than a face-to-face," said Dr. Umar Latif of the Dallas VA Medical Center, which has been offering psychiatric sessions over video for more than a year.
Video medical treatment increasingly is filling the gap in regions of the country where specialists are in short supply. And mental health appointments work especially well over video, enabling therapists to reach many patients who otherwise might not get help, experts say.
There are no figures on the number of doctors using telemedicine or telemental services, which can include appointments by video screen or telephone. But American Telemedicine Association spokesman Jonathan Linkous said the practice has been growing each year.
"We saw the need when we surveyed rural sites. We asked, 'What do you need, as far as specialists?' Psychiatry was the No. 1 need that we found," said Blue Cross spokeswoman Cindy Sanders.
"I think that it has virtually unlimited potential," said Dr. Terry Rabinowitz, medical director of telemedicine at University of Vermont College of Medicine. "Not only can we help folks in underserved areas in the United States, but with little _ comparatively speaking _ investment, we can do consultations worldwide."
We believe that other mental health services, such as counseling, will follow this trend to effectively and efficiently service clients from remote locations. We see our Counseling Connections service as cutting-edge for mental health treatment. Contact Us to learn more how we can service your mental health needs.
"Once the telemedicine session starts, it's no different than a face-to-face," said Dr. Umar Latif of the Dallas VA Medical Center, which has been offering psychiatric sessions over video for more than a year.
Video medical treatment increasingly is filling the gap in regions of the country where specialists are in short supply. And mental health appointments work especially well over video, enabling therapists to reach many patients who otherwise might not get help, experts say.
There are no figures on the number of doctors using telemedicine or telemental services, which can include appointments by video screen or telephone. But American Telemedicine Association spokesman Jonathan Linkous said the practice has been growing each year.
"We saw the need when we surveyed rural sites. We asked, 'What do you need, as far as specialists?' Psychiatry was the No. 1 need that we found," said Blue Cross spokeswoman Cindy Sanders.
"I think that it has virtually unlimited potential," said Dr. Terry Rabinowitz, medical director of telemedicine at University of Vermont College of Medicine. "Not only can we help folks in underserved areas in the United States, but with little _ comparatively speaking _ investment, we can do consultations worldwide."
We believe that other mental health services, such as counseling, will follow this trend to effectively and efficiently service clients from remote locations. We see our Counseling Connections service as cutting-edge for mental health treatment. Contact Us to learn more how we can service your mental health needs.
Thursday, October 05, 2006
The Seven Deadly Habits of Truly Miserable People
- Punishing
- Complaining
- Blaming
- Threatening
- Nagging
- Criticizing
- Bribing
Unless you have a couple of crossed wires or a genetic glitch in your brain cells, most of the emotional turmoil you experience is directly traceable to the fact that you've learned to try to control those around you through these seven deadly habits, says psychiatrist William Glasser, MD, president of the William Glasser Institute in Chatsworth, CA, and author of Choice Theory: A New Psychology of Personal Freedom
Read further about these deadly behaviors @ Misery. Let us know how we can help as well. Contact Us for a FREE consultation.
Monday, October 02, 2006
How Does Music Heal?
We are only now getting closer to a full understanding. Music affects us physically, psychologically, emotionally and spiritually. All we can say with certainty is that our responses to music are far more complex, subtle and far-reaching than we imagined.
Recall the parable about the blind men and the elephant: Each is sure they know the "truth" about an elephant’s nature, based on their perception of the trunk, the leg, or the tail. None of them sees the big picture.
Until recently, researchers have generally focused on easily observable physical effects, such as changes in blood flow through the fingertips or the speed of muscle reactions. We are now opening new vistas in the understanding of blood chemistry, the release of endorphins, and the connections between neuropeptides and emotions. The work of Dr. Gordon Shaw and associates has progressed far beyond their initial investigations into the apocryphal "Mozart Effect."
Steven Halpern’s , Inner Peace Music © expands on the way music provides us with healing properties. Link to his website to learn more, Inner Peace Music.
Recall the parable about the blind men and the elephant: Each is sure they know the "truth" about an elephant’s nature, based on their perception of the trunk, the leg, or the tail. None of them sees the big picture.
Until recently, researchers have generally focused on easily observable physical effects, such as changes in blood flow through the fingertips or the speed of muscle reactions. We are now opening new vistas in the understanding of blood chemistry, the release of endorphins, and the connections between neuropeptides and emotions. The work of Dr. Gordon Shaw and associates has progressed far beyond their initial investigations into the apocryphal "Mozart Effect."
Steven Halpern’s , Inner Peace Music © expands on the way music provides us with healing properties. Link to his website to learn more, Inner Peace Music.
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