08 Jun
Posted by: admin in: Attitude, Emotional Health, Goal Setting, Hope, Love, Meaning, Self Worth/Self Esteem, Therapy/Counseling

20 May
Posted by: admin in: Attitude, Emotional Health, Existentialism, Hope, Meaning, Self Actualization
by KC Kelly, Ph.D.
Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying?
“That which does not kill us, makes us stronger” – Friedrich Nietzche
“We must embrace pain and burn it as fuel for our journey.” – Kenji Miyazawa
“We shall draw from the heart of suffering itself the means of inspiration and survival.” – Sir Winston Churchill
“Everything can be taken from a man but the last of the human freedoms to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” - Dr. Viktor E. Frankl
If you have ever entered into any realm of a philosophical discussion on any level or have ever entered into a philosophy section of a bookstore, you have heard these (or very similar) inspirational and motivational quotes. There’s not much of a way around that. In the world of psychology and philosophy, they are almost as universal as some of the slang terms lay people use everyday. The question is, how many people actually believe and live by these quotes? Read the rest of this entry »
13 May
Posted by: admin in: Emotional Health, Hope, Love, Relationships, Self Worth/Self Esteem
by KC Kelly, Ph.D.
Afraid of Love? It’s OK… There’s a lot to it
Are you afraid to love? There are many healthy forms of love…This just happens to be one of my favorites: Read the rest of this entry »
by KC Kelly, Ph.D.
Autism: A Case Example of Hope
Alex’s (name has been changed to protect anonymity) mother sat across from me and cried into her hands. “I just don’t know what to do anymore,” she began. “From the moment he gets home from school, he races through the door and right to the couch in the living room where he throws all the pillows onto the floor and begins to run back and forth jumping all over both of the couches. I’ve tried everything to stop him, but he doesn’t even seem to realize that I’m there. He’s in his own world. He climbs on the wall unit, breaking things and one day it almost fell over on him! He will also throw tantrums by screaming and crying at the top of his lungs for hours and I don’t know what he wants!” She stopped talking and continued to cry.
Alex has autism. He is five (5) years old and falls into the lower end of what we call the Autism Spectrum. He does not talk, does not communicate, and exhibits aggressive behaviors such as hitting, biting, pulling hair and scratching when he does not get what he wants.
What is Autism? Read the rest of this entry »
by KC Kelly, Ph.D.
Lucky or unlucky in love? Into which category do you fit? Read the rest of this entry »
11 Jan
Posted by: admin in: Abusive Relationships, Love, Relationships, Self Worth/Self Esteem
by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
Questions and Answers by DOCintheBiz.
Question: I received an email from a woman who seems to be in an abusive relationship. She is very torn as she says she is in love with him, however, he can tend to be very harsh, angry, controlling and makes her cry way too often by putting her down or having anger outbursts directed at her. At times, she fears him. I have decided not to share the letter for confidentiality reasons; however, I have shared my response to her. Read the rest of this entry »
by KC Kelly, Ph.D.
How many of you have children? How many of you work with children? I thought this was a very interesting view on the difference of behavior labeling for adults and children. Some may be a little severe and not always hold true in all cases, of course, but which ones do you agree with and why? Please share your experiences. I would love to have your input. Read the rest of this entry »
30 Nov
Posted by: admin in: Attitude, Emotional Health, Existentialism, Hope, Love, Meaning, Mind/Body Connection, Psychiatrists, Self Worth/Self Esteem, Therapy/Counseling

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
Many a day, I have spent hours sitting on the floor in the philosophy section of used book stores, reading some of the most magnificent works of art written. The smell of old books is joyful. The idea that the books I love so dearly are approximately an average of two dollars each is unbelievable being that the material inside those books is priceless. Anything that can change a life for the better is indeed, priceless. I have three copies on my book shelf of one of the most significant and popular books about Existentialism ever written: “Man’s Search for Meaning” by the amazing Father of Existentialism, Dr. Viktor E. Frankl. Read the rest of this entry »
16 Nov
Posted by: admin in: Borderline Personality, Therapists/Counselors, Therapy/Counseling
by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
Questions and Answers from DOCintheBiz
Question: Can you please give me a definition in plain terms of what Borderline Personality Disorder is? I get so many clinical definitions and to be honest, I am not happy about the answers because not every symptom relates to me and I don’t like being categorized into a “mold” if you will. I just want to know how others you have worked with who have BPD feel and act. I don’t know. Just searching for some answers and some understanding. Read the rest of this entry »
09 Nov
Posted by: admin in: Attitude, Emotional Health, Goal Setting, Hope, Love, Relationships, Self Worth/Self Esteem

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
Questions and Answers at www.DOCintheBiz.com
Question: Dear Doc KC,
I’ve been a single woman for over 4 years now after ending a 5 year marriage. I’ve dated since then, but only frogs and I’m really ready to meet my prince. What advice might you have to give me? Anything would be appreciated. Thanks so much. I trust you so much! Read the rest of this entry »
26 Oct
Posted by: admin in: Diagnosing/Labeling, Medication, Medication Management, Psychiatrists, Therapists/Counselors, Therapy/Counseling
by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
Questions and Answers at www.DOCintheBiz.com
Question: I have a psychiatrist that hardly spends any time with me when I go in for an appointment. He prescribes me my medications and then basically “throws” me out the door. I’m still looking for someone I feel comfortable with, but I’m having difficulties doing so. I really don’t want to give up, but I’m about there. I have been to three other psychiatrists before this one and I find it so hard to trust one and know that I am in good care. If I try to call for a problem, he never calls me back. Do you have any suggestions? Read the rest of this entry »
12 Oct
Posted by: admin in: Depression, Emotional Health, Medication, Medication Management, Therapists/Counselors, Therapy/Counseling
by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
Questions and Answers from DOCintheBiz
Question: I am having a very difficult time dealing with this horrible depression that has taken over my life. I know I need to be on a medication to help with this, but I am terrified to even think about having to deal with medications and side effects, etc. Please, can you help, Dr KC?
by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
Questions and Answers from DOCintheBiz
Question: Hey, I’m a 31 year old female and still a virgin. Do you think that would turn a guy off? I like someone but I’m nervous about his reaction.
I’m not really all that experienced. There aren’t any major reasons why I haven’t lost my virginity yet. I just haven’t met the right guy I want to be intimate with.
31 Aug
Posted by: admin in: Love, Relationships, Self Worth/Self Esteem
by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
Questions and Answers from DOCintheBiz
I would like to tell a true short story of inspiration about a client who suffers from low self esteem. I have gotten permission to repost an email exchange from myself and a 35 year old, recently divorced man who had forgotten his worth and purpose in life.
I have to admit that without a doubt, not only do our clients learn from us, but that we continually learn from them as well. This time the question was proposed by the therapist (me) and the client was the one who answered. (The very last question posted here was NOT sent to him, but it was what I was thinking.)
Question: You said you started to wear a wedding ring and you’re not married. Can you share your reasoning?
25 Aug
Posted by: admin in: Online Counseling, Self Worth/Self Esteem, Therapy/Counseling
by KC Kelly, Ph.d., LMHC
Questions and Answers from DOCintheBiz
Question: I am always saying bad things about myself and not accepting compliments because I think it’s the same thing as fishing for compliments. What do you think this means?
17 Aug
Posted by: admin in: Depression, Online Counseling, Relationships, Suicidal Ideation, Therapists/Counselors, Therapy/Counseling
by KC Kelly, Ph.d., LMHC
DOCintheBiz is trying something new.
Welcome to my new QUESTIONS and ANSWERS forum.
I get emails daily asking me different questions about mental/emotional health related issues and I have decided to answer them here in my blog, hence, writing about topics that YOU want to read about. So, here we go!
Please continue sending in your questions to the contact support services link on the bottom of every page on the main site DOCintheBiz and I will do my very best to get to each and every question asked. Please have patience to see your question posted, as I have many and will only post once/week. Be well, stay strong, and keep on dreaming big! Dr. KC
Questions and Answers from DOCintheBiz
Question: My girlfriend tried to kill herself and she wants to try to do it again. I don’t know why because she won’t tell me, but I don’t know what to do. If she kills herself, I’m going to do something rash. I can’t live without her. I can only write this here online to you because if I told anyone else this, I don’t know what they would do. Please help.
03 Aug
Posted by: admin in: Attitude, Emotional Health, Goal Setting, Hope, Priorities, Self Worth/Self Esteem
by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
What is Truly Important for Today? As an addendum to the previous article I wrote, Hope for a Bright Future During These Economically Hard Times, I write this article in an attempt to look at the whole suggestion of keeping hope, staying positive, and looking towards a brighter future in a different light. Instead of just staying up about a bright FUTURE, let’s take a look at what we have in the HERE and NOW and be thankful for that. Let’s realize what our priorities are or probably should be TODAY. If you’d like to do that, please continue reading.
27 Jul
Posted by: admin in: Attitude, Depression, Hope, Self Worth/Self Esteem, Social Stigma, Stress Management
by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
We must always keep hope for a bright future even during these economically hard times that many of us are facing today!
20 Jul
Posted by: admin in: GLCzone-Wellness Blogs
by KC Kelly, Ph.D.
GLCzone- The Health Related Blogging Social Network is Back!
I thought I would divert from the normal article writing practice to bring you some exciting news along with some shameless promotion!
I am excited to announce that GLCzone, A SOCIAL NETWORK PROMOTING TOTAL WELLNESS BLOGS FOR ALL is back up and running with a new look and design.
GLCzone plans on becoming the largest HEALTH related blog index on the Internet!
Whether you are looking to get traffic and promotion for your blog or you are looking for health related information, GLCzone is for you!
13 Jul
Posted by: admin in: Anxiety, Attitude, Depression, Emotional Health, Mind/Body Connection, Self Worth/Self Esteem, Stress Management, Support Animals
by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
The presence of an emotional support animal in one’s life can be an exceptional healing agent for mind/body/spirit infirmities as well as a catalyst for helping to promote wellbeing and quality of life.