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09/03/2025

Five Steps to Increasing Productivity

In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, workplace productivity is often viewed purely through the lens of output: how much gets done, how fast, and how well. But as a mental health therapist, I see productivity as something far more holistic. It is not only about accomplishing tasks — it...

08/07/2025

https://www.ericksoncounseling.com/post/how-to-create-a-quiet-time-routine

How to Create a Quiet Time RoutineWritten by Michael D. Erickson LPCIn our fast-paced, always-connected world, the ability to slow down and be present is becoming increasingly rare—and incredibly valuable. One of the most grounding and restorative tools I recommend to my clients is establishing a ...

05/23/2025

https://www.ericksoncounseling.com/post/navigating-peaceful-separation-the-benefits-of-Collaborative Divorce Houston. Collaborative Divorce Texas Members

Divorce, for many, conjures images of conflict, stress, and emotional turmoil. However, an alternative approach known as "collaborative divorce" offers a different path—one that emphasizes cooperation, communication, and mutual respect. As a mental health therapist, I have witnessed firsthand the ...

05/23/2025

https://www.ericksoncounseling.com/post/ruthlessly-eliminate-hurry-from-our-lives-a-path-to-peace-and-success

In today's fast-paced world, the pressure to be constantly busy has become the norm, often at the cost of our mental health and overall well-being. The need to "keep up" can lead us down a path of stress, anxiety, and overwhelming haste, leaving little room for genuine success and fulfillment. But w...

04/23/2025

https://www.ericksoncounseling.com/post/reunification-therapy-1

Reunification therapy is a specialized form of therapy designed to help restore the relationship between a child and a parent, particularly after a period of estrangement or conflict. It often becomes necessary in situations such as high-conflict divorces, parental alienation, or when a child's rela...

04/20/2025

He is Risen!

04/16/2025

Setting boundaries with emotional vampires

By Michael D. Erickson LPC, Licensed Mental Health TherapistUnderstanding Toxic RelationshipsOne of the most transformative steps you can take on your mental health journey is recognizing the impact of the people in your life. Our relationships—whether with friends, family, partners, or coworkers....

01/15/2025

Important information on EAP programs

We are all trauma survivors. We survived the pandemic and all the challenging events surrounding it. One blessing was that many employees became aware of the mental health benefits already accessible to them and their families. Prior to Covid, I approximate that 20% of my clientele used Employee Ass...

10/23/2024

https://www.ericksoncounseling.com/post/more-about-reunification-therapy

Reunification Therapy: A Comprehensive OverviewReunification therapy is a specialized therapeutic intervention designed to assist families in the process of rebuilding relationships following a separation, such as divorce or estrangement. This type of therapy focuses on reconnecting children with th...

08/29/2024

https://www.ericksoncounseling.com/post/using-green-tea-in-practicing-self-care

So this month I turned 54. Although there’s nothing magical about that number, it provided me an excellent opportunity to reflect and embrace better self-care. Like many therapists, I indulge in heavy amounts of caffeinated products such as coffee and diet soda. (Just being honest.) And to be comp...

07/31/2024

Research shows that the #1 thing couples argue about is "nothing at all." (Gottman research). 🤔

05/08/2024

Animals have a unique ability to sense and respond to human emotions. For individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, or other mood disorders, the presence of an ESA can provide a calming influence and help regulate emotions.

Obtaining an emotional support animal