Childhood Trauma: How to Help
Natural disasters. Sexual assault. Physical assault. Witnessing an act of violence. The sudden death of a parent or close friend....
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Dr. Benita Weems, DPC, MA, MDIV, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
My goal during our sessions is for you to feel that you are in a safe space and can take a moment to breathe. Change and growth can be hard work, but you will not have to face it alone. Even in the darkest areas, I believe that light can be found and that together we can discover the path forward. Although it is not always easy, there is always hope. With God’s help and proven therapeutic techniques, you can overcome the things that hold you back, become empowered, and believe the truth that you are valuable and loved.
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How to End a Codependent Relationship
The end of a relationship, especially one that was cherished, is difficult and can be heartbreaking. This is true whether...
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When One Child’s Mental Health ...
Every parent envisions a peaceful home with well-behaved children who get along one hundred percent of the time. Unfortunately, that...
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Lesser-Known Personality Disorders that ...
Personality disorders fall under the psychological umbrella of mental illness. They relate specifically to thought and behavior patterns. Someone with...
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Getting Help for Hoarding Disorder
Imagine opening your front door, having just arrived home from your workday, only to be greeted by towering piles of...
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Common Issues Addressed in Christian ...
Mental health is just as important as physical health, and sometimes teenagers suffer in silence, unsure what’s wrong or how...
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Finding Support for All Types of ...
There are many different types of caregivers, and each need their own type of individualized care and support. Consider the...
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What Does Gaslighting in Relationships ...
When you’re with someone in a relationship, whether it’s a parent with a child, between siblings, friends, lovers, or coworkers,...
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OCD Treatment: Options for Different ...
What does OCD stand for? It is an acronym for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. An estimated 1 in 40 adults and 1...
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3 Types of Empathy: Which is Most ...
Imagine you see another person get injured. Maybe they walk into a door and get a black eye, or perhaps...
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Signs of Bullying and What to Do About ...
“Stick and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.” We are likely all familiar with this...
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Parenting Advice for Raising Toddlers
Raising children is not an easy feat regardless of the child’s age. Parenting advice is often welcomed, as every stage...
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