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Books for children who worry too much

Many kids struggle with worry, and many children's book authors have tried to help kids deal with their worry, many unsuccessfully. This list cuts through the many books that just offer platitudes or are generally...

“Chemobrain” Recovery with Neurofeedback

Learn about the research showing how Neurofeedback can help cancer survivors continue their recovery and find releif from "chemobrain"...

How EMDR has Changed my Life and my Parenting

""I am so thankful that I found EMDR, it has truly changed my life and helped me to heal in a way I didn't know I could." - Busy mom of 2 takes time to share her perspective with us. She had experienced the benefits...

Books for Teaching Children to Manage Their Feelings

Teaching kids to manage emotions is an important task. Check out these book recommendations for ways to help get the conversation started with your child about tough emotions and what to do about them. As a psychologist...

An Invitation for Christians in LGBT Communities: Come Just as You Are (Part 1 of 3)

Christ preached a message of love and inclusion, but we do not always meet these expectations he laid out for us. There are still communities that have not been effectively engaged by the Church, and there is the...

Want to optimize your Dad Game? Give our Dad’s group a try!

Become the best dad you can be with the right support and expertise. One of the best opportunities for learning all you can about fatherhood can be through connecting with other new Dads in a setting where you can...

What is Neurofeedback and How Does It Work?

Learn about how Neurofeedback works, the improvements researchers are finding, and the principles behind the cutting-edge system of Neurofeedback we use at The Catalyst Center called NeurOptimal...

The Power of Metaphors to Help Us Learn, Change, and Grow

The power of metaphor shines through, even in a silly movie like Road Trip: "I can teach you Ancient Philosophy in 46 hours...you just have to find a way to relate to the material." ... his friend begins his lesson...

Neurofeedback for Help Recovering from Post Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery

Traumatic Brain Injuries can be life-altering. Here are two amazing stories of real people who have experienced recovery assisted by Neurofeedback. Hear about a family whose son came back from a coma following a car...

About Collaborative Assessment

Why testing? Psychological testing can be a tremendous tool to help bring clarity to a wide variety of clinical, educational, and medical situations. Testing can offer insights, details, and solutions that are not...

Interview with Dr. Katie Godfrey: What do you love about working at The Catalyst Center?

Get to know Dr. Katie Godfrey in this interview where she talks about what it is like to work at The Catalyst Center...

How does social media impact us?

I see our culture’s current obsession with Facebook/Twitter/Tumbler and the like as related to our natural desire to be witnessed. And yet interacting with our community in this format leaves many of us feeling hollow...

Why do men go to therapy?

In an increasingly competitive world, it is more useful than ever to understand how you can improve yourself to keep pace with or even lead the pack.  Much as a coach instructs, guides, and challenges you to make...

Take Your Dad Game To The Next Level

Babies don’t come with a user guide. We can help.Join Our Coaching Group for DadsEmpowering fathers to be the best they can beLearn ways to reduce stress, optimize your parenting, and get connected with dads who get it...

19 Signs Someone May be Experiencing Postpartum Depression

How to tell is someone you know may be struggling with Postpartum Depression. If you notice these signs, reach out to her and let her know there is help available. ...

Confirmation and Next Steps

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Five Changes To Prepare For When Becoming a Father

For all your soon-to-be Dads out there! Here are a few changes to get ready for as you take the leap into the greatest adventure of your lif...

Watch Our New Video about Our Child and Family Services

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Children and Families

Child and Family Therapy Learn about our Child and Family Therapy and assessment Services We are known for our excellent therapists and our deep knowledge about how to help children and families create secure bonds...

Try This: 50 Ways to Love A Labor

Check out these 50 ways to love her through her labor and help her welcome a tiny miracle into the world! 50 Ways to Love a Labor1. Greet the contraction with a big sigh.relax as you let your breath out.2. Every...

Is there room for spirituality in therapy? (Part 1 of 2)

Is psychology the enemy of religion? Not according the Dr. Joey Tadie. In this two-part serires Joey explains his perspective on how spirituality and religion can be woven into therapy in a powerful and positive manner...
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Ask a Trainer: “Why Does Your Practice Use Neuroptimal Neurofeedback?

There is a holistic approach to mental health in America.  It may not be the standard yet, but I witness its practice every day.  I also know we are not attached to any one brand or method (of neurofeedback)...

How do I balance work and being an attentive parent and spouse?

As a full-time therapist and parent of three children, I know firsthand that it can sometimes feel like a juggling act!  Here are some suggestions that may buy you more time to spend with your family...

Interview with Dr. Katie Godfrey: “What do you love about being a therapist?”

Get to know Dr. Katie Godfrey in this interview clip where she tells us what she loves about being a therapist...
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Is Therapy for Everyone?

It seems like everyone is in therapy these days, and more and more people are talking about it. I am so encouraged by the ways we have gotten more open about mental health. We go to the gym, see a personal trainer, or go...
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Try This: Ideas for Reconnecting After Baby

The transition from couple-hood to parent-hood can be exhilarating, exhausting, fascinating, enchanting, and overwhelming. Oftentimes couples are focused on their babies (rightly so!) and may feel distanced from their...
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Nicole Schryver | Denver Child Therapist

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How Can I Prepare to be a Father? (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Joey Tadie continues his post about modern fatherhood sharing concrete examples of how man can embrace a modern definition of fatherhood that has the potential to be much more fulfilling and meaningful than what we...

When Birth Experiences Overwhelm: Understanding and Treating Birth Trauma

Even is mom and baby are both "fine" sometimes if mom or her partner felt very afraid or overwhelmed at some point during a difficult part of the birthing process the brain can store this memory as a traumatic memory and...
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