by San Jose Counseling Therapist | Feb 16, 2026 | Alternative Treatment, Anxiety Treatment, Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Depression, Natural Remedies, Therapy
Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) is a complementary and alternative therapy that involves interactions with animals as a form of treatment. It is not a psychotherapy but instead falls under the realm of “animal assisted interventions” (AAI). AAI is general term that...
by San Jose Counseling Therapist | Dec 31, 2025 | Alternative Treatment, Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Counseling, Natural Remedies, Online Counseling, Online Therapy, Psychotherapy, Therapy
Modern psychotherapy presents itself as a scientific and clinical discipline—grounded in diagnosis, evidence-based modalities, and professional ethics. Yet beneath the language of manuals, outcomes research, and insurance codes lies a quieter truth: many...
by San Jose Counseling Therapist | Dec 30, 2025 | Alternative Treatment, Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Medication, Natural Remedies, Psychological Development, Therapy
The word mystic often conjures images of robed figures, monasteries, visions, or supernatural powers. In reality, mysticism is far less about spectacle and far more about direct experience. A mystic is someone who seeks — and sometimes attains — a direct, embodied...
by San Jose Counseling Therapist | Oct 18, 2025 | Alternative Treatment, Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Depression, Medication, Natural Remedies, Psychotherapy
Depression remains one of the most prevalent and disabling mental health conditions worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, over 280 million people suffer from depression globally. While traditional antidepressants like SSRIs and SNRIs have been the...
by San Jose Counseling Therapist | Aug 17, 2025 | Addiction, Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Medication, Natural Remedies, Online Counseling, Online Therapy, Psychotherapy, Therapy
Addiction continues to be a pressing global health issue, affecting millions across various demographics. While traditional treatment methods such as 12-step programs, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) have long been...
by San Jose Counseling Therapist | Apr 10, 2025 | Alternative Treatment, Anxiety Treatment, Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Happiness, Natural Remedies, Stress Management
Guided imagery therapy is a cognitive behavioral technique in which a client is guided through imagining a relaxing scene or series of experiences. Guided imagery is a relaxation technique that uses visualization to reduce stress and anxiety by focusing the mind on...
