Specialties

Shame & Guilt

Shame is an internalized feeling of being humiliated or exposed.  This can create a sense of feeling that you are bad or “tainted.” Guilt is an inability to accept or forgive past behavior. Guilt is designed to change the past, which cannot be changed. Shame and guilt can result in internalized anger and lead to depression. Bruce Stafford can help you identify and heal shame and...

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Frozen Grief

When bereaved individuals are told that they must get over their loss, they may react by freezing their feelings. This is known as frozen grief.  This results in the inability to let go of a past loved one and can cause chronic sadness. Frozen grief can be treated so that the individual feels more at peace. Contact Bruce Stafford for help with this issue.

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Panic Attacks & Panic Disorder

A panic attack is the sudden onset of intense fear that can trigger hyperventilation, dizziness and increased heart rate. These attacks are often triggered by something in the environment or by the person’s thoughts; their thinking may trigger unresolved memories or trauma. This process is often unconscious and therefore can catch the person totally by surprise. Hence, many people have...

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Depression

An estimated 19 million American adults are living with major depression. Many more Americans suffer from mild to moderate depression. Those with depression may experience a lack of pleasure or interest in daily activities.  They may also gain or lose weight or have trouble sleeping.  Low levels of energy and poor concentration may also be symptoms. Depression is often caused by internalized...

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Anxiety

Anxiety is the distressful feeling of fear or excessive concern. It creates a sense of worry, discomfort and can cause a sense of impending doom. Anxiety can be a normal reaction to stress or stressful events. However, if anxiety becomes chronic or is significantly out of proportion to events in your life, professional help may be beneficial. It is important to reduce anxiety as it can have a...

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Low Self-esteem

When an individual has low self-esteem they may not like themselves or they may feel chronically inadequate. This problem can occur even when the person is admired and loved by those around them. This is because low self-esteem is often a result of a difficult childhood, and not a reflection of the person’s ability or qualities. When a parent is critical or harsh, or emotionally...

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