Gestalt Neuropsychological and Psychological Services - Bohol

28/08/2025

For inquiries, send us a message through our Messenger or our intern email: gestalt.interns@gmail.com.

21/08/2025

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT:
Gestalt Neuropsychological and Psychological Services – Bohol will be closed on August 22 (Friday) and August 25 (Monday).

Clinic operations will resume on August 26, 2025 (Tuesday), from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Thank you for your cooperation and continued support! 💚

19/08/2025

The mirror of the mind doesn’t always show the truth. You are stronger than you know, growing in ways you haven’t yet seen. Even when doubt speaks loudly from within, it doesn’t define you. Every step you’ve taken, every accomplishment is real. You deserve to be proud of how far you’ve come.



References
Reid, S. (2024, January 24). Imposter Syndrome: Causes, Types, and Coping Tips. HelpGuide.org. https://www.helpguide.org/.../imposter-syndrome-causes...

‌Prepared by:
Julianne Keith R. Sunglao
Batch 7 Intern

18/08/2025

When we feel that something isn’t right with ourselves, the internet is just one click away. Just by simply typing and searching, you’ll get all the information that you need in no time. And sometimes, even just a simple reel would answer it. Saving time and money instead of seeing a doctor, right? However, these may lead to a lot of consequences, and worse, it may even have detrimental effects on one’s mental health. Doing our own research is not bad. However, do not forget the importance of seeking a professional.



References
Cohen, E. (2023, October 31). The Dangers of Self-Diagnosing. Charlie Health. https://www.charliehealth.com/.../the-dangers-of-self...
McVay, E. (2023, August 31). Social media and self-diagnosis. Johns Hopkins Medicine. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/.../social-media-and-self....

Prepared by:
[Michael Terence Galarpe and Andrea Joanna Francisco]

14/08/2025

What You Should Know About Depression Relapse: A Quick Overview

It is the reappearance of depressive symptoms during a recovery period from a previous episode. This affects 1 in 2 individuals with depression after 6 months of psychosocial treatment (Moriarty, et al., 2020). Understanding the risk factors and the triggers of depression relapse helps you take back control slowly but surely, and at your own pace.

Healing is not a straight path, and that is okay. Experiencing a relapse is not a sign of failed recovery. Your setbacks in recovering do not define you, because there is always hope and a way forward. 💚

12/08/2025

Ever wondered what truly drives human behavior? 🤔

Let us break down one of the most well-known frameworks for understanding our motivations, Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy (or Pyramid) of Needs, wherein he proposes that human needs are arranged in a hierarchy, arguing that needs in the lower half must be satisfied before the individual can satisfy higher needs. The higher up the hierarchy, the more difficult it is to satisfy the needs associated, as they become increasingly psychological and long-term. However, Maslow proposed that the hierarchy does not follow a strict linear progression, and that the order of needs might be flexible based on external circumstances or individual differences.

⭐It is to be noted that Maslow’s five-stage model has been expanded to include cognitive and aesthetic needs below self-actualization, with transcendence needs going above the previous 5th stage.

Dive into this post for more information on each stage!



📚Sources:
➡️Huntington, C. (2023). Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: Definition, Examples & Explanation. The Berkeley Well-Being Institute. https://www.berkeleywellbeing.com/maslows-hierarchy-of...
➡️McLeod, S. (2025). Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. Simply Psychology. https://zenodo.org/records/15240897
➡️Maslow, A. H. (1943). A theory of human motivation. Psychological Review, 50(4), 370–396. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0054346


Prepared by:
Holly Castillo & Vienn Sangalang

11/08/2025

📣 Now offering: Neuropsychiatric Examination
For DepEd applicants, BFP, and other employment or clearance requirements- all in one convenient location.

📍 JFK Bldg. Rental, R. Enerio St., Tagbilaran City, Bohol
📞 0947-3254510 / 0948-6652683
📧 gpsbohol@gmail.com


📅 Book your schedule today!

08/08/2025

08/08/2025

Society taught men to be strong, silent and brave but it is the time to change this narrative. Let us build a society where men are not afraid and ashamed to talk about their feelings and mental health. Listen without judgement, offer support and advocate for them. Mental health matters to all of us.

For all the men, mental health is just as important as physical health. Talk about it. Let others in because healing starts when you stop hiding.




References
Staiger, T., Stiawa, M., Mueller-Stierlin, A. S., Kilian, R., Beschoner, P., et al. (2020). Masculinity and help-seeking among men with depression: A qualitative study. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 11, Article 599039. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2020.599039

Prepared by:
Trisha Marquito, Hitika Motwani

06/08/2025

In the book "The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma" by Bessel van der Kol, it discusses how trauma reshapes our minds and body and how it manifests in our behavior. In line with this, The Burke Foundation (2019) reported that repeated exposure to stress, abuse, neglect, or other Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have serious effects on the development of a child’s brain. This affects an individual across a lifetime, to the point that a higher ACE point someone has, they become more susceptible to various effects.

References:
Burke Foundation, The Nicholson Foundation, Turrell Fund, & FSG. (2019). Adverse Childhood Experiences Opportunities to Prevent, Protect Against, and Heal from the Effects of ACEs in New Jersey. Burke Foundation. https://aces-report.burkefoundation.org/.../2019-NJ-ACEs...
Yoon, A. S., Lee, H. J. D., & Moon Ingyu. (2021). Social determinants of mental health. ScienceDirect. https://www.sciencedirect.com/.../pii/B9780323914970002101

Prepared by:
Kirsten Claire Fangon & Charisse Tercio

06/08/2025

Have you ever been asked the question “How are you?” or “What are you feeling?” and not know the answer to it? Or maybe having a hard time describing the emotions you are feeling at the moment.

One emotion regulation technique for this is Emotional Labeling; known as the process of naming and describing our emotions. Learning these emotional vocabularies is a must in labeling the things we feel as this could be helpful in acknowledging our feelings and dealing with it.

References:
Levy-Gigi, E., & Shamay-Tsoory, S. (2022). Affect labeling: The role of timing and intensity. PLoS ONE, 17(12), e0279303. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0279303

Prepared by:
Kirsten Claire Fangon & Charisse Tercio