Fearful vs. Dismissive Avoidant: Key Differences in Attachment
You may know two people who both seem distant in relationships, but for seemingly different reasons. One is cold and self-reliant, the other is anxious and conflicted. Attachment theory helps to explain this. It is a framework for understanding how we connect in relationships, stemming from our early bonds with caregivers. Knowing about attachment styles […]
How To Put Relationship Anxiety In the Past
Many of us are all too familiar with relationship anxiety—the constant “what ifs,” the need for reassurance, the overanalyzing of texts, the fear of being “too much” or not enough. While these feelings can be common, for others, they can become overwhelming and out of control. It can be exhausting to feel this, casting doubt […]
What Is a Narcissist? 12 Traits, Definition, and Key Warning Signs
Explore traits of narcissism and borderline personality. Understand Cluster B disorders and find effective treatment. Contact our team now.
When Is It Time to Consider Depression or Anxiety Medication?
Feeling stuck with depression or anxiety? Tried therapy and lifestyle changes but they just don’t seem to be working? Overwhelmed by symptoms such as depressed mood, fatigue, sleeping a lot, or excessive worrying, feeling on edge, or irritability? It may be time to consider medication. This is a common, valid, and often difficult crossroads for […]
10 Signs of Trauma Bonding and How to Break the Cycle
Ever made excuses for someone who is always hurting you? And even when the relationship causes great pain, you feel a powerful, addictive pull to that person? It might be trauma bonding—the compelling emotional attachment that forms from cycles of abuse, devaluation, and intermittent reward—not love or respect. Yet, despite the illusion of an authentic […]
What Is Developmental Trauma Disorder and How Is It Treated?
Learn what developmental trauma disorder is, its symptoms, and effective treatment options. Corner Canyon offers compassionate, evidence-based care.
Stages of a Mental Breakdown
Learn the stages of a mental breakdown, common warning signs, and how to seek help. Corner Canyon Health Centers in Utah provides expert support
How To Help A Partner With Depression
Learn how to help a partner with depression with compassion and support. Corner Canyon offers guidance and treatment resources for lasting healing.
Returning to Work During Recovery: How to Prepare
Learn how to return to work during recovery with confidence. Tips for preparing, managing stress, and thriving while prioritizing your health.
Trauma Bonding: Why Victims Get Attached to Their Abuser?
Discover what trauma bonding is, why victims feel attached to their abuser, and how therapy at Corner Canyon Health Centers can help break the cycle
How to Tell If Someone Is a Narcissist: Seeing the Signs
Learn how to spot narcissistic traits and behaviors, understand different types of narcissism, and how to navigate relationships with narcissists
What Is Fawning? Understanding the Trauma Response
Learn what fawning is, how it develops as a trauma response, its signs, how it affects relationships, and how trauma-informed care supports healing
Types of Mania: Signs, Causes, Duration, and Treatment Options
Types of mania explained, including symptoms, causes, and treatment for bipolar disorder.
Breaking the Cycle: Therapy for Generational Trauma
Understand what generational trauma is, how it’s passed down, and what treatment options are available for you. Learn how to break the cycle and heal
Dealing with Anxiety: How to Get Out of Freeze Response
Learn how to get out of the freeze response caused by anxiety. Understand why it happens, coping mechanisms, and how your nervous system can heal
The Link Between Trauma and Anxiety: A Guide to Healing
Explore how trauma and anxiety are connected, what could cause each, how to tell them apart, and treatment options that support recovery and relief
Healing from Complex Trauma: A Comprehensive Guide
Understand the diagnostic of C-PTSD. Learn how it develops, the difference from PTSD, and diagnosis and professional care can help you heal
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy: All You Need to Know
Learn how ketamine-assisted psychotherapy works and what it treats. Explore the benefits, process, and aftermath of this interesting therapy
What Is Equine Therapy? Benefits and Uses Explained
Discover what equine therapy is, how it works, and who it helps. Understand the emotional and mental health benefits of this unique therapeutic approach
How Trauma Affects the Body: Physical Effects & Healing
Just a decade ago, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk published his best-selling book, The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma [1]. It is a groundbreaking exploration of how trauma affects the brain, body, and psyche, and how survivors can recover. His main idea is that exposure to abuse […]
CBT for Anxiety and Depression: Effective Treatment Options
Discover how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) treats anxiety and depression. Learn about its benefits, techniques, and effectiveness
The Link Between Mental Health and Exercise, Diet, and Sleep
Our daily habits have a big impact on our mental health. A growing body of research shows that lifestyle changes with behaviors we can modify—especially exercise, diet, and sleep—can have important interconnected effects on mood, anxiety, depression, and general mental well-being. Read on to learn more how these influence mental health and practical steps to […]
A Day in the Life: Inside a Residential Trauma Treatment Program
Wondering what residential treatment for trauma looks like? While every center offering trauma-informed care is unique, here is a peek inside what a day might consist of. By addressing trauma from all angles, this program helps clients reprocess pain, restore balance, and reclaim their lives. Life in a residential treatment center can be a rich […]
Does IOP Work? Key Facts & Myths Debunked
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) have become increasingly popular due to their flexibility and effectiveness. Nonetheless, there are a number of myths about them that can be confusing for those who are considering this form of addiction or mental health treatment. Myth 1: IOPs Are Just Group Therapy With No Medical Supervision The Reality: IOPs do […]
Trauma Recovery Guide: Proven Resilience Strategies
Learn effective strategies to build resilience and recover from trauma. Discover coping skills and healing techniques for lasting recovery.
What Is Epigenetics? How Gene Expression Shapes Mental Health
The complex relationship between our genes and mental health shapes who we are, yet doesn’t define who we can become. Epigenetics is an exciting emerging field that studies how behaviors, life experiences, and environment shape gene activity without changing DNA. Chemical “tags” on genes turn the genes on or off, influencing mental health. Stress, diet, […]
Holistic Treatment for Anxiety & Depression
Between 45–67% of patients with a major depressive disorder (MDD) meet criteria for at least one co-occurring anxiety disorder and 30–63% of patients with anxiety disorders meet criteria for a co-occurring MDD, according to a study by Bessel van der Kolk, one of the leading researchers on trauma [1]. When anxiety and depression occur together […]
Inpatient vs. Outpatient Mental Health Treatment: Choosing the Best Option
Deciding which type of mental health care is the best fit is an important decision for your recovery. In this article I explain the differences and the factors to consider. Understanding Inpatient Care and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) While inpatient care and intensive outpatient programs have some overlap in programming, there are important differences. Let’s […]
Innovations in Trauma Therapy: New & Effective Approaches
Trauma therapy is a challenging field, but is full of promise, having evolved significantly in the past few decades in efforts to help those individuals experiencing trauma-related disorders. Emerging and innovative approaches are being used to complement those that have been developed in the past 15-20 years. Read on to learn more about this interesting […]
Nutritional Psychiatry & Genetic Testing for Mental Health
Two major breakthroughs in understanding and treating mental health conditions are nutritional psychiatry and genetic testing. The former is focused on the impact of diet on brain function and emotional well-being. The latter focuses on identifying genetic markers to personalize the selection of psychiatric medication. Both fields show promise but have distinct applications and limitations. […]