While cuts or burns do need to be assessed for potential further medical intervention (i.e. stitches or infection prevention), the next helpful place to focus one’s energy is on the internal emotional experience of the person cutting and relationship you as a parent or family member have with the child. Behind each incident of self-injury is an unresolved emotional experience.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of mental health counseling (psychotherapy) that identifies and addresses negative or inaccurate thinking and equips the client with new coping skills to better manage stressful life situations in a healthy way. CBT works well for individuals who are able to be introspective. It is commonly used because of…
Many of life’s challenges are a result of unexpected events and issues. Many of which create psychological, emotional, and behavioral reactions within us. These stressors often begin to a a physical toll if not addressed and processed. Mental Health Counseling and Therapy can often times help guide individuals through these difficult times while providing them…