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 [...]

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
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 [...]

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 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. [...]

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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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. [...]

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

by KC Kelly, Ph.d., LMHC
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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?

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 [...]

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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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.
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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 [...]

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., LHMC
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Dreams and Goals
How far away is a star?
Is a star truly unreachable?
I guess it depends on what you call a star. YOU are a star. Just as people define “success,” they define what is a star.
What is a dream?
Is a dream soley a state of abstraction… asleep or awake? Are dreams [...]

by KC Kelly, Ph.D., LMHC
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What are the Therapeutic Effects of Music?
Music is incredibly powerful in so many ways!

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 [...]