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Announcing a new group offering! This will be a support-style group led by Dr. Nicholas Scheidt and Valerie Libutti.

Dr. Nicholas Scheidt has 17 years of experience working with clients with narcissistic personality disorder and will bring clinical expertise to this group to support former & current spouses, partners, or family members of people who struggle with this disorder.

The group will meet virtually for one hour weekly for 8 weeks starting October 17.

Call or text Valerie at 561-593-0015 for more information

Happy Independence Day from all of us at Ally Psychological! 🇺🇸

Happy Juneteenth from all of us at Ally Psychological!

We at Ally Psychological have put together a virtual support group for those who are struggling with the Israel/Hamas war. We will meet weekly on Mondays at 8pm EST, starting November 6th. The group will be led by Valerie Libutti and Dr. Nicholas Scheidt.

In times like these, community can be a powerful healer.

Call or text 561-593-0015 for more information. Sliding scale and pro-bono spots are available.

We at Ally Psychological wish all of our Jewish clients and members of our community a happy, healthy, and sweet new year! Shana Tova!

"Mindfulness" seems to be growing in popularity every day, but what does it mean?

Mindfulness is about focusing on the present instead of ruminating on the past or worrying about the future.

It's benefits include living life to the fullest, making deeper connections with others, lowered anxiety, and so much more.

Mindfulness takes practice, but how does one practice mindfulness?

That is what this group is for! Dr. Nicholas Scheidt, Psy. D and Valerie Libutti, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern will teach the basics of what mindfulness is, how it can help in our everyday lives, and how to get started in your mindfulness practice.

Call us at 786-250-2221 to reserve your spot!

Disclaimers:
This post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute as therapy.

Participation in this free group intro does not constitute a clinician/patient relationship.

Many of us are wired to seek approval from others, whether it be praise from a boss or validation from a loved one.

However, this can make us feel disconnected from ourselves and others because our behaviors end up revolving around the goal of receiving validation instead of reflecting our own values. Even worse, when we do receive that validation, we can feel unsatisfied and misunderstood because we are not being true to ourselves.

Frequently these maladaptive cognitions are a result of deep insecurity that may have begun in childhood when a caregiver only showed love and affection when they felt the child "deserved it."

Sound familiar and want to learn more? Contact us at Ally Psychological at the link in our bio or call 786-250-2221. We offer virtual and in-person sessions. Sliding scale spots available!


References:
Brouillette, R. (2023). Your coping skills aren't working. How to break free from habits that once helped you but now hold you back. New Harbinger.

Disclaimer: these posts are for educational purposes only and do not constitute as therapy.

Which one are you going to do first? Comment below!

Contact us at Ally Psychological at the link in our bio or call 786-250-2221. We offer virtual and in-person sessions. Sliding scale spots available!


Disclaimer: these posts are for educational purposes only and do not constitute as therapy.

What is an "inner critic"?

It is a mode that reflects one's childhood experiences with discipline and authority. It can almost be like having an inner bully that says you will never be good enough or that you don't deserve happiness or success.

Do I Have One?

Yes--everyone has one! But everyone's inner critic is unique depending on childhood experiences.

What's wrong with having an inner critic? Isn't "tough love" beneficial sometimes?

Your inner critic isn't satisfied no matter what you do. Did you get a big promotion at work? Your inner critic says you didn't deserve it. Did you go on a date with someone and enjoy yourself, hoping for a second date? Your inner critic will pop-up to tell you they will never care for you because you aren't good enough.

Want to learn more about your inner critic and what you can do to talk back to it?

Contact Ally Psychological today at 786-250-2221 or at the link in the bio.

We offer virtual services and in-person sessions, with sliding scale spots are available!



References
Brouillette, R. (2023). Your coping skills aren't working: How to break free from the habits that once helped you but now hold you back. New Harbinger.

Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute as therapy.

Have you ever had a critical thought directed inwardly and stopped to think if you would ever speak to a loved one that way?

Sometimes we are harder on ourselves than we are on anyone else. Just a reminder to allow yourself the patience and understanding you give to others.

Not sure where to start? Sound familiar and want to learn more? Contact us at Ally Psychological at the link in our bio or call 786-250-2221. We offer virtual and in-person sessions. Sliding scale spots available!


Disclaimer: these posts are for educational purposes only and do not constitute as therapy.

There are a lot of reasons to go to therapy. Here are a few that may be talked about less, but can be made so much easier with the help of a professional!

There is no reason to go through life's difficulties alone.

Ready to get help? Contact us at Ally Psychological at the link in our bio or call 786-250-2221. We offer virtual and in-person sessions. Sliding scale spots available!


Disclaimer: these posts are for educational purposes only and do not constitute as therapy.

This is more common than you think! While doing things for others and building community is important to our mental health, it is equally important to take the time to care for ourselves.

Unfortunately, some of us feel that we must always put others needs before our own in order to feel worthy of their love. We feel guilty for saying "no" or for asking for help when we need it. This is a maladaptive cognition that usually stems from being made to feel like a burden by a caregiver.

Sound familiar and want to learn more? Contact us at Ally Psychological at the link in our bio or call 786-250-2221. We offer virtual and in-person sessions. Sliding scale spots available!


References:
Brouillette, R. (2023). Your coping skills aren't working. How to break free from habits that once helped you but now hold you back. New Harbinger.

Disclaimer: these posts are for educational purposes only and do not constitute as therapy.

Happy Pride Month from all of us at Ally Psychological!

Happy Juneteenth from all of us at Ally Psychological!

What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is a federal holiday recognizing this day in history, June 19, 1865, that the last enslaved Black people in the United States of America were freed in Galveston, Texas.

This date is 2 years after the Emancipation Proclamation was put into effect!

We hope everyone has a great day celebrating!

Reference:
Juneteenth.com. (n.d.). What is Juneteenth? https://www.juneteenth.com/history/

Our mental health has a direct impact on our physical health. Many of the symptoms manifests in our body and that is usually when people notice how their well being has been affected. Therefore it is important to bring attention to our mental health state before it negatively impact our physical state.

Signs of a negative mental health :
•Feeling excessively exhausted
•Headaches
•Back and body aches
•Lack of hunger or eating excessively
•Lack of concentration
•Restlessness
•High blood pressure
•Memory problems
•Problems in decision making

When experiencing anxious, overwhelmed and stress emotions regularly and excessively give yourself a break and focus on your self care to avoid the accumulation and manifestation of negative emotions in your body. It is important to bring attention to this because we tend to ignore symptoms that are not visible and only accept the ones that we can see. Our mind is very powerful.

Since the pandemic there has been a rise in depression and anxiety and a higher search for therapy and counseling. We are living in uncertain and difficult times and we are all trying to handle it as we can. These are times in which reaching out for help and supporting others and self-care are being highly motivated. It is important to focus on your well being and to not compare your growth process to others.

•Stay connected to your loved ones, reach out to them. Personal relationships are very important for our well being and inner growth.
•Create a routine in order to keep yourself active and productive but remember to have breaks in between for yourself
•Keep yourself informed but avoid watching excessive news on the pandemic this may cause anxious triggers
•Create healthy habits such as meditation, stretching and exercise

We are living in uncertain and unusual times therefore don’t pressure yourself we are all doing the best we can in these circumstances, stay safe!

Anxiety has become very common nowadays. It’s important to remember that when a combination of these symptoms shows up frequently and is interfering with your daily life to reach out for help and support. These are major symptoms to become aware of:

•Nervousness
•Feeling regularly tense
•Fight-or-flight mode
•Lack of concentration
•Feeling restless
•Worrying excessively

For more information on services and treatments that are provided for anxiety visit www.allypsy.com

Interesting facts about anxiety disorder to stay aware of! Anxiety has become very common so it is important to learn about in order to help and support those that struggle with it and to lessen the stigma attached to it.

More info on: Neurocore Brain Performance Centers

For more info on therapy and counseling on anxiety disorders visit : www.allypsy.com

In the times we are living many things in our lives has been disrupted. Due to the availability of online therapy many continue to receive therapy and did not have their treatments interrupted and impacted because of the pandemic. There are many advantages in online therapy:

•Online therapy is highly accessible and flexible, you can do it wherever you are, from another country or from the comfort of your own home
•It’s safe, your information remains confidential between you and the therapist
•In places in which in person therapy has been disrupted due to the pandemic this is a viable and convenient option
•More affordable since you will be attending therapy from your own place
•It’s highly flexible it is easier to schedule
•Your therapist will continue to provide you with the treatment

If you want to know more about how online therapy is conducted check our website and contact us!

www.allypsy.com

We are aware that starting with new habits may feel uncomfortable and difficult at first and even more during a pandemic. But it is important since our daily habits affect directly our mood and state of mind. Here are a few tips that can help you get started!

•It doesn’t have to be a big life changing habit, start with small simple habits, this will help you in building consistency and it won’t overwhelm you.
•Keep track of your habit, have a planner, or journal in order to help you build a checklist and keep you organized.
•Have a set goal and celebrate your weekly accomplishments this will make you aware of your progress and motivate you.

Ideas for healthy habits:

•Take a daily walk or run outside
•Keep a gratitude journal
•Drink water everyday (simple but make wonders for your health)
•Read a book or short articles
•Practice mindfulness and meditation

These small actions is what taking care of yourself physically and mentally consists of. Small habits teaches you about patience and self-care.

When feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or distressed become frequent and start to interfere in your daily lives and negatively impact different areas of your life, it’s a major sign to seek therapy and or counseling.
•Therapy has many benefits to our mental health such as it gives you the opportunity to better understand yourself and your core values, also gives the ability to control and manage your own feelings and emotions
•Helps you gain a higher self awareness and help you on identifying limitations and beliefs that you have acquired throughout your life that are affecting you and help you modify them
•Helps you strengthen your self-esteem and self-image
•Helps you in improving your personal relationships
•There are various forms of therapies therefore it is important to identify the therapy that provides a point of view that fits you and one that you feel the most confortable with!

Why You Should Consider Therapy Therapy is one of the most stigmatized forms of treatment.

Ally Psychological, Inc. updated their business hours.

Ally Psychological, Inc. updated their address.

Check out our new spacious office; same building, but now located in suite 10-F. We are growing and have expanded into a larger office space with new clinicians. Did you know we offer evening and weekend availability? Call us or visit our website today!

From the Ally Psychological family, we wish you all a happy holiday!

Check out Ally Psychological's dedicated team of clinicians. To get to know us better, please visit us at www.allypsy.com!