by KC Kelly, Ph.D.
Personality has been described as a person’s emotions, moods, temperament, actions and responses to certain events or circumstances that happen in his or her daily life. I have heard other experts talking about the idea of nature versus nurture in the development of one’s personality from birth and I have agreed with [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D.
“The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.” ~ Oprah Winfrey
During the holiday season, whether surrounded by friends and loved ones or finding yourself alone… Whether bringing new life into the world or mourning the passing of loved ones… Whether in a happy [...]

KC Kelly, Ph.D.
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I told my friend today that I went to the beach for a bit of introspection that I so desperately needed to try to clear my head. Yes, even doctors should have their own versions of “therapy” for cathartic cleansing. Despite all the life that was going on around me, I thought [...]

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Don’t allow fears to get in the way of what you were meant to do/be. I know that may sound easier said than done, but if you truly want to accomplish something, we have to believe that most of the battle is in having the proper attitude, saying the correct things to ourselves, [...]

 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 [...]

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:

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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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 [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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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 [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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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 [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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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 [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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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.

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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Are There Bad People?  Have you ever heard a child say, “I’m a bad boy” or “I’m a bad girl”? I have always taught the children with whom I have worked and counseled that there is no such thing as a “bad” child. I go on to explain that there are [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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Should Children Under a Certain Age be Diagnosed or Labeled With a Mental Illness?
In asking the question: “Should Children Under a Certain Age be Diagnosed or Labeled With a Mental Illness?” one is asking a question that has been under debate by expert doctors around the country, or world for that [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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The Difficulties of Finding a Medication that Works for You
I had a comment from a reader who truly couldn’t understand my comment, “THE KEY IS TO NEVER GIVE UP!” And I never mind a challenge and the questioning as to what I mean by what I write in my articles. In [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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How Do I Know What Medication is Best for my Mental/Emotional Disorder?
Many of my readers have asked me this question. I wish there could be one proven effective and safe treatment, or even cure, for those who suffer with mental/emotional disorders.
Firstly, I want to make it clear that I am a [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D. LMHC
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Diagnosing, Stereotyping, and Minimizing Stigmas of Mental/Emotional Disorders
When describing a certain disorder, I am usually describing it in a textbook fashion (from the DSM) so that lay people and the loved ones of those who have the disorder can understand. I never say that anything is “black and white”, but to [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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I was speaking to a man online the other day who was asking me all kinds of questions about how to manage his depression. This was in a public forum. I asked him if he was receiving professional help and he told me, “No, I will manage it on my own. [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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Is there a social stigma associated with the words psychotherapy, therapy, and counseling?  I believe the answer is an irrefutable YES!! Why? Well, dating back many years in history, people with mental or emotional disorders were seen as “crazies”, “lunatics”, or “psychopaths”. They were cast aside, ridiculed, and even sent away [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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What is the best way for a Therapist to help a client in need? Well, every therapist or “helper” has their own epistomology (way of thinking) of what is best for their clients. Many therapists have their specific models from which they work and don’t divert from their models, while others [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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Attitude, Success, and the Things That Hold Us Back
I consider part of what I do as being a life coach. I work with changing attitudes, thought patterns, self talk, etc., to help people reach goals they never thought they could attain. However, there are both intrinsic and extrinsic factors that get [...]