"How can I help myself outside of therapy?"
While therapy is a wonderful tool for helping ourselves, there are many other tools that can provide us with support and comfort through the growing pains of being human.
When you have hours...BOOKS
"Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence" by Esther Perel "Attached" by Amir Levine "The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma" by Bessel van der Kolk |
When you have minutes..."HELP NOW" Techniques
Drink a glass of water and notice it go down Push up against a wall Look around the room and notice how many shades of green that you see |
When you need help now...HOTLINES
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 Sojourn Domestic Violence Hotline and Services 310-264-6644 Teen Line 800-852-8336 |
Erin Valente, MA, LMFT #128267
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist phone: (310) 773-0393 text: (262) 729-3317 email: [email protected] instgm: @erinvalentetherapy In-person and Virtual Sessions Available 2001 S. Barrington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025 |