
Mental Health Blog
Advanced Counseling of Bozeman believes you are your own best healing resource — and you don’t have to do it alone.
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Healing Self Abandonment
Self-abandonment happens when we dismiss our own emotions and needs in order to avoid challenging feelings, to keep the peace, or to feel loved or accepted.

Elections and Mental Health: Unveiling the Impact
Amidst the hustle and bustle of campaign periods and the intense political discourse, it is essential to shed light on an often neglected topic: the impact of elections on mental health.

Understanding Attachment Styles
Attachment styles are patterns of thinking and behavior that people exhibit in relationships. They influence how individuals connect with others and navigate their emotional bonds.

The Power of Slow Change
When we try to change everything at once, we often find that the change doesn’t last. Instead, focusing on one habit at a time and allowing it to take root provides a more sustainable approach.

Marijuana Use and Your Mental Health
For many people, the accessibility of marijuana for medicinal and recreational purposes is a positive development. However, there are more and more well-documented and important facts to consider regarding marijuana use.

Know Your Bozeman Resources
Sometimes a helpful step in taking care of ourselves is knowing what our resources are, both in our lives personally and in our community.

Who is My Inner Child?
You may have heard the term “inner child” before. But, who exactly is the inner child?

Managing the Summer to School Transition
As summer winds down and the start of a new school year approaches, many students and parents experience a mix of excitement and anxiety.

Moving Through and Understanding Grief
Understanding the experience of grief allows friends, family, and medical/mental health providers to support the unique needs of people suffering from grief and loss.

Maintaining Wellbeing in an Age of 24-Hour News and Constant Unrest
In today's world, we are constantly bombarded with news and information. Uncertainty is uncomfortable. While staying informed is important, the relentless exposure to distressing news can take a toll on our mental health.

Overcoming Personalization
Personalization is one of the common cognitive distortions in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy that can be defined as, “involves taking negative events or circumstances and believing that they are somehow related to or caused by the individual, even when there is no evidence to support this belief” (Thinking Bugs).

Finding Your Sense of Self
Identity is how we understand ourselves. It is a collection of values we hold that help us make decisions and create the life we want.

Prioritizing Mental Health in Summer
During the summer months when school is not in session, it is important to prioritize your mental health and well-being.

Managing Caregiver Burnout
Caregiver burnout occurs when the stress and responsibilities of caregiving become overwhelming, resulting in both physical and mental health challenges.

Acronym Guide - Searching for Mental Health Providers
Whether you’re searching for a provider on Psychology Today, or are interested in pursuing a career in mental health, understanding the different acronyms for mental health professionals can be quite confusing.

How to Set Boundaries with Others
Being able to set personal boundaries with others is a critical skill to develop to support healthy relationships and communication styles.

Telehealth vs. In-Person Therapy: Choosing the Right Approach for You
Telehealth, or virtual therapy, has become a popular option alongside traditional in-person sessions. Each approach offers unique benefits and challenges, and the best choice often depends on individual needs and circumstances.

College and Mental Health
College can be a stressful time for many students as they juggle various academic, personal, and social responsibilities.

Understanding Bipolar Disorder
As mental health awareness and representation increases in social media, so does the need for accurate information from reliable resources.

Channeling Art into Therapy
In today's fast-paced world, mental health has become a crucial aspect of overall well-being. Amid the myriad of therapeutic options available, one powerful yet often overlooked tool is art.