Self Determination Therapy

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Self-determination theory (SDT) maintains that an understanding of human motivation requires a consideration of innate psychological needs for competence, autonomy, and relatedness. 

We discuss the SDT concept of needs as it relates to previous need theories, emphasizing that needs specify the necessary conditions for psychological growth, integrity, and well-being.

In the video below, Dr. Dadson discusses the various types of therapy used in counselling.                

Dr. Michael Dadson earned his PhD from the University of British Columbia and has a number of published works. To view Dr. Dadson's research work follow the link to Academia here.

To read more on Self Determination Therapy, follow this link. 

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U.N. Report Linking Youth Depression to COVID-19

Extended COVID-19 lockdowns, and closures have lead to isolation for many youth, resulting in a pervasive sense of uncertainty continuing to affect the mental health of youth leading to depression and anxiety.

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Forbes Magazine, discusses a recent study from the University of Calgary published in JAMA Pediatrics indicating depression and anxiety in youth have doubled over the pandemic.

The study indicates the mental health of various groups will continue to be impacted by COVID-19.

For further reading about depression and youth follow the links below.

1. U.N. Report Linking Youth Depression to COVID-19

2. For a list of mental health support services, follow this link. 

3. To view a video about depression and anxiety watch Dr Dadson's video here

4. Depression counselling in Langley. 

About Dr Michael Dadson

• Dr Michael Dadson (Mike Dadson), has been a Registered Clinical Counsellor in BC since 2000.
• Dr Mike Dadson received his Ph.D. in counselling psychology from the University of British Columbia.
• Dr Mike Dadson's academic works and publications.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Treatment

Psychology Today on the most helpful therapies for PTSD Treatments.

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Studies show "trauma-focused treatments for PTSD are preferred by most patients".

A study recently published in Frontiers in Psychology, reviews several forms of treatment for PTSD and also provides insights into patients that prefer various treatments.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and prolonged exposure therapy are the two most preferred treatment forms overall. The study indicates older patients prefer psychodynamic treatments..

Dr. Michael Dadson (Mike Dadson) states, “Symptoms of trauma usually start within three months of a traumatic incident. It has been reported, in rare cases, that symptoms of PTSD may only occur after a number of years. It is not uncommon for symptoms to be present for a short period, then disappear, only to return again.”

It is important to seek counselling if you have been affected by a traumatic incident either in the past or recently. Reasons include:

1. Overccoming behaviours that are self-destructive.

2. Manging your emotions and overcoming anger issues.

3. Reducing your risk of physical health issues.

                Dr. Michael Dadosn discusses unresolved trauma in the video above.

There are 3 phases to trauma treatment.

1. Establishing a theraputic relationship between the therapist the client while developing an understanding the client's current life context and relationships.

2. Through titration and imaginal exposure therapy to process the traumatic memory. 

3. The third phase involves greiving the effect of the trauma.

To read more detial on the phases of trauma treatment visit Dr. Dadson's Trauma blog here, 

Dr. Dadson has discovered through his research that men respond well to group therapy. Dr. Dadson provides an overview of his group therapy program at his Langley clinic, Gentle Currents Therapy. Read about the Men's Group Program here.

In the short video below, Dr. Michael Dadson provides an overview of the effects of PTSD, and why treatment is important.

For more information on trauma, follow this link to Dr. Dadson's Trauma Therapy Clinic to learn more about the impacts of unresolved trauma and the imporantce of seeing a Registered Clinical Counsellor who is a trauma informed therapist.

Dr. Michael Dadson has conducted extensive research around treatment programs for Veterans recovery from trauma, the neurological pathways of PTSD, the importance of Father Son Relationships and Dissociation.  Visit Dr. Dadson at Academia here.

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Improving Outcomes With Autism

 

A recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics, significant benefits were shown with a teaching program for parental engagement with babies identified as high risk for autism spectrum disorder. (ASD). 

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Studies have shown intervention at 2 years of life, can improve outcomes for children. 

The study states in a "clinical trial of 103 infants showing early behavioral signs of ASD, preemptive intervention led to a statistically significant reduction in the severity of ASD behaviors across early childhood. Infants who received the preemptive intervention had lower odds of meeting diagnostic criteria for ASD (7%) than those who received usual care (21%) at age 3 years."

If you are dealing with challenges around a child affected by ASD and are looking for coping skills and support contact Dr. Mike Dadson here.

Dr. Dadson has been Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) since 2000, with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, with significant experience dealing with trauma with several publications and academic works.

To learn more about Dr. Mike Dadson's clinical practice at Gentle Currents Therapy, follow this link to counselling videos on relationships, addressing male depression, couples counselling, and trauma.

#Mikedadsn #Drmichaeldadson #Langley #counsellor

Your Teen and Social Media

Here is a great article from the New Your Times (NYT), on the affects of social media on teenage girls. 

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The NYT article states "For kids, developing a healthier relationship with Instagram and other platforms can be tricky." Further, the NYT notes "The Wall Street Journal revealed last week that researchers at Instagram had studied for years how its photo-sharing app affects young users and found that it can be particularly harmful to teenage girls, news that alarmed parents and lawmakers."

To view Facebook's (which owns Instagram),  statement follow this link.

Instagram noted "The question on many people’s minds is if social media is good or bad for people. The research on this is mixed; it can be both."

The importance of parental supervision when it comes to social media cannot be overstated. #Mikedadson #Langley #counsellor

If you are looking for family counselling, or are having issues with your teens, watch this video about Dr. Mike Dadson's counselling clinic at Gentle Currents Therapy. #Mikedadson #Langley #counsellor

When Love Goes Awry

When the emotional bond and trust between couples is eroded or betrayed, there can be deep wounds that can cause retaliation. 

Most couples refrain from retaliation regardless of what caused the breakup. However, it is not uncommon to see revenge or some form of punishment with a breakup, especially when betrayal or mental health issues are involved.

Below are common questions people ask about counselling and their relationship when your relationshp goes awry:

1. What Results Can I Expect from Couples Counselling?

2. How to Know if Couples Therapy Isn’t Working?

3. Signs it is Time to Physically Leave Your Relationship

4. Signs it is Time to Physically Leave Your Relationship

5. What if My Partner Doesn’t Want to Go to Counselling?

6. How to Find a Therapist or Counsellor?

7. 12 Principles for Effective Couples Therapy

8. What is the Most Effective form of Couples Counselling?

An article from Psychology Today, reivews "How Angry Exes Seek Revenge"-The dark sides of love gone wrong, the impacts of this behaviour and healthy strategies to respond.

If you are experiencing difficulty in your relationship or need support to manage a difficult break up, consider couples counselling

In the above video Dr. Michael Dadson on Couples Counselling

Dr. Dadson has a number of academic publications and research that can be found on Academia here. For additional videos with insights into counsellng on an assortment of topics from deperssion and anxiety, to men's issues, trauma, life changes, types of therapy and suicide follow this link to his YouTube channel. 

Visit Dr. Mike Dadson's profile and qualifications at the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors here.

Contact Dr. Mike Dadson here for information on couples counselling.

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Improving your Ability to See Everything Around You

Try this "Selective attention test - YouTube. #Michaeldadson #Langley #counselling https://t.co/twjWMTWKfg" / Twitter

How Nurture Shapes Experience and Experience Shapes Your Brain.

In developmental circles, nurture has become a label for life experiences that occur after conception. Experience or nurture dramatically alters the information entering your nervous system - you and I literally see what we are taught to see.

Intention, motivation and immersion can help you see others more clearly. 

To learn more about seeing things around you more clearly, follow this link: 

Selective Attention Limits Your Ability to See Others

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How to Stop Gaslighting

 When someone experiences gaslighting for a long time, they may start to doubt their own truths and minimize their trauma. Here's how they can stop self-gaslighting—and start healing.

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To read more about how to stop gaslighting follow this link here.

#Langleycounselling #DrMikedadson #Michaeldadson #Langley #counselling

Registered Clinical Counsellor

 

If you are searching for a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), in Langley with vast experience in treating trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety or other mental health issues,
visit my profile here.

To contact me for an appointment, visit www.gentlecurrentstherapy.com.

Email Auto-Responses for Your Mental Health

 How to support your mental health with email burnout.

Follow this link to The New York Times.

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What is Trauma Focused Therapy

 

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Trauma focused therapy in Langley allows individuals who have experienced 
trauma to overcome their anxiety by safely exposing themselves to perceived 
fears.  

Trauma focused approach emerged in response to research 
demonstrating that trauma is common and that it is highly 
correlated with mental health.

Dr. Michael Dadson identifies:

Research has shown that there’s three primary phases, not stages, 

but three primary phases or treatment. All three phases all always active

in therapy but, one phase will be accented or forefront at different times

in treatment. Usually at the beginning of therapy Phase one is more actively

present and towards the end phase three is more present. Dr. Dadson outlines

the 3 phases on his trauma therapy clinic webiste here.

To learn more about trauma and "Trauma Focused Therapy" follow this link.

#Michaeldadson #Langley #counselling

Teen Suicide is a Serious Issue

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Parents, teachers, and caregivers can use these tools to spot the warning signs, start important conversations, and learn when to seek help. 

What are the warning signs?

Making suicidal statements is a warning sign. 

It is important to take suicidal statements seriously.  

There are statements such as, “I could just die!” which are meaningless, 

then there are calm statements made about ending one’s life that should always be 

taken seriously.

Counselling is an important preventative intervention. When Teens are feeling depressed, have withdrawn from their social life, or have no desire for fulfilment in their life, counselling can help. To understand Dr. Mike Dadson's counselling philosophy and approach, follow this link to a short video.

Follow these 3 links for more information about suicide.

1. About Suicide (Dr. Michael Dadson's web site)

2. Suicide Fact Sheet (Canadian Psychological Association)

3. Teen Suicide (American Psychological Association)

#Mikedadson #Langley #counselling

Couples Counselling

Many couples find themselves at a crossroads at some point in their relationship. While they may love and care for each other deeply, communication issues may persist or prevent resolve with issues of contention or conflict. #Michaeldadson #Langley #counselling

View my video link to understand the benefits of couples Couples Counselling 

Mood Disorder Counselling

Dr Michael Dadson (Mike Dadson) discusses "What is a Mood Disorder"?

According to John Hopkins Medicine, there are various types of mood disorders:

• Major depression
  Feeling down, sad or hopeless, reduced interest in regular activities along with other symptoms lasting at least 2 weeks
  
  

• Dysthymia
  A recurring, low-grade, irritable or depressed mood lasting for a minimum of 2 years

 

• Bipolar Disorder
  A condition when you experience changes between periods of depression and mania or an elevated mood
  
  

• Mood disorder
  Can be related to another health condition, such as chronic illness, physical injury, or cancer
  
  

• Substance-induced mood disorder
  Occurs due to medicinal effects, abuse of drugs or alcohol, or toxin exposure

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Signs You May Have a Mood Disorder

When you are sad, tearful, irritable, or generally feeling down, in spite of what is happening 

in your day to day life, signals the presence of a mood disorder.

 

 

"Suffering from a mood disorder can take away your interest in socializing, eliminate joy, often leave you in tears, cause you to be or fell angry frequently, reduce your energy or motivation, or leave you feeling overwhelmed or exhausted ",  states Dr Dadson.

 

In order to treat a mood disorder, Dr Mike Dadson will review your issues and needs, then suggest a counselling distinct plan for your recovery. 

 

Dr Michael Dadson has more than 30 years of experience counselling and is a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) with significant experience in treating and counselling those affected by mood disorders, depression, trauma, PTSD and PTSD recovery.

 

To contact Dr Michael Dadson or to book an appointment, click here.

 

 6 Links and Professional Profiles for Dr Dadson 

1. BCACC British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors
2. CCPA - Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
3. Psychology Today
4. University of British Columbia – Final PhD Defence (CNPS)
5. Google Scholar
6. Three Best Rated (rated best in Langley for marriage counselling

Understanding Anxiety

Anxiety is often a signal that core emotions like anger and sadness need to be expressed.

Doctor Michael Dadson (Mike Dadson) states: “The cause of anxiety may be related to the belief that one’s sense of self is worthless, the belief and thinking that you have a low sense of self-worth, or that your value isn’t high”. 

According to Dr. Michael Dadson, “Anxiety is a natural response to stress or repeated exposure stress or to a stressful incident.” Anxiety can also be accompanied by symptoms of depression or avoidance. Types of anxiety disorders include: generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, separation anxiety disorder, panic disorder, specific phobias, and agoraphobia.

Dr Dadson, also relays, “Anxiety disorders often involve excessive feelings or fear and anxiousness that are unnecessary or unwarranted."

                 Doctor Michael Dadson's counselling videos on anxiety and depression.

Psychology Today, notes, "Anxiety is miserable. And most people reach for a pill or push it away to reduce it. But if we think of anxiety as a signal or as the tip of an iceberg, we can take steps to more permanently ease it. Anxiety tells us deep biological programs called core emotions have been triggered out of conscious awareness. These core emotions are designed by evolution to be felt and expressed. When we push them away, we feel anxiety."

To view Dr. Michael Dadson's academic works click here.

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Babies and Toddlers Spread Virus in Homes More Easily Than Teens, Study Finds

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According to a recent Canadian study , "babies and toddlers are less likely to bring the coronavirus into their homes than teenagers are, but once they are infected, they are more likely to spread the virus to others in their households".

To understand more about this study follow this link to the New York Times article explaining behaviour and other transmission factors.

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https://www.nytimes.com/ca/section/health