by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
www.DOCintheBiz.com
We must always keep hope for a bright future even during these economically hard times that many of us are facing today!

by KC Kelly, Ph.D. LMHC
http://DOCintheBiz.com
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
http://DOCintheBiz.com
Deeper Insight into the Act of Crying. I have read and heard many comments to my past article entitled “Is Crying a Sign of Weakness?” and I felt compelled to answer here in a new article. I have written a deeper perspective of crying, what it can do for us, when [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
http://DOCintheBiz.com
Is crying a sign of weakness? I don’t believe so. In fact, crying could very well be the opposite. What does crying do for us? I know personally, that when I cry, it releases my stress level immensely. Hey, this is better than throwing, punching, or even worse, right? As women, [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
http://DOCintheBiz.com
What is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), its Stigma, and is it Treatable?  Many people have written in to me concerning personality disorders, the harsh stigmas that plague them not only by lay people, but professionals as well, and whether or not there is any kind of treatment for these disorders. I’ve [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
http://DOCintheBiz.com
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 [...]