But sometimes friendly relationships at work can become something more. An emotional affair may not involve sexual infidelity, but it can be just as damaging to the spouse as a sexual affair. In this blog post, I will tackle some questions surrounding emotional affairs, marriage counseling for emotional infidelity, and how to approach your spouse if you think they are engaging in emotional cheating at work.

This article aims to explore EMDR therapy from a Christian perspective. We'll delve into how it aligns with Christian values and beliefs, and how it can be integrated into Christian counseling.

Navigating the world of counseling can be daunting, especially when you're seeking services that align with your faith. Christian counseling services offer a unique blend of professional mental health support and spiritual support. But how do you find these services in your area?

We asked our therapists, who live and work all around San Diego County, about their favorite weekend self-care activities. They all replied with outdoor activities that are not only super relaxing, but also fairly cheap or even free. If you’re looking for a way to boost your mental wellness this weekend, check out our list of cheap self-care ideas in San Diego from our therapists.

I love that I get to help everyone who calls find someone who can be their therapist, whether it is at Integrity Counseling Group or if that means referring them elsewhere. So as you’re thinking about making that phone call, sending that e-mail, or shooting us a text message, I want to give you a few pieces of information that will take a bit of the unknown out of that initial conversation for you.

It’s okay if the holidays fill you with equal parts joy and anxiety. This season is not easy, especially if you have a history of mental health struggles. This is the time to dig out the tools that have served you well in the past, and perhaps try some new ones.

When your thoughts focus on suicide, it's easy to feel like there are no answers. Here's how to get emergency help when you're not sure where you can turn.

Sunday, October 10th is World Mental Health Day. October 9th-10th are also the days that Still I Run is hosting its 2021 World Mental Health Day Virtual 5K Race Weekend!

Predators like lions never take down a group of animals (for example, a herd of sheep). What a lion does instead is this: he lures one of the sheep out of the herd by frightening the herd with a chase. The sheep are safer if they can stick together. Support groups, also known as therapy groups, provide you with similar benefits.

We asked our newest associate therapist to share a little bit about her experience as an intern therapist at Sharp Mesa Vista, one of San Diego’s top mental health facilities. It’s such a unique setting and has more than prepared her for the challenges of working with clients at Integrity Counseling Group.

As we approached our two year anniversary, we knew we needed to clarify our vision, starting with a new website that would speak to the heart of potential clients and those who trust us with referrals. Today, we’re excited to share that website with you, along with a behind-the-scenes look at what went into it.

When Dave and Ashley Willis of The Naked Marriage asked our founder, Cory Anderson, to talk about sex addiction on their podcast, he jumped at the opportunity to share Integrity Counseling Group’s message of hope and healing.

You can find piles of books to tell you how much sleep babies need or how much sleep teenagers need, but we forget that adults need care too. Full grown adults need food, water, and sleep, just like any human. As we age our sleeping habits evolve and our sleeping needs change.

We are thrilled to announce the new Teen Counseling Center of San Diego website! The Teen Counseling Center of San Diego is a part of Integrity Counseling Group. It focuses exclusively on providing counseling services to teens and their parents, as this is an often overlooked age group within therapy practices that requires special skills and experience.

How selfless or altruistic are you? Enough to be considered a good person? What about enough to create lasting and fulfilling relationships, both romantically and platonically? Try as you might, your answer may actually not be enough. Everything from poor listening skills to procrastinating on a Venmo payment may have detrimental ripple effects for you and your loved ones.

Ever wonder what makes Christian counseling different? We actually get this question a lot! It’s often from Christians who want to make sure that their therapy experience is consistent with their faith. If that’s the case for you, read on to hear some thoughts on Christian counseling from therapist Megan Weller.

While this is a challenging time for everyone, it’s also a great opportunity for building resilience in your children, just like those garden plants. By teaching them to build their emotional strength, you are in effect helping them send their root system deeper into the soil. Next time they face a challenge, whether it’s a difficult relationship at school or an athletic disappointment, your kids will be better equipped to bounce back and even thrive because of the lessons they are learning now.

As therapists, we take the time to craft a safe, healing space for our clients. Our therapy offices reflect a peaceful environment, so you might want to find a space at home where you feel the most comfortable and secure. You’ll want to find a spot where you won’t be interrupted and where you can chat openly without worrying about anyone overhearing your conversation. Wondering what to expect in your first session? We break it down in our blog post.