top of page
Common Questions
Search


drmariecdumas
Dec 23, 20245 min read
What are the best metaphors for optimum mental health?
Actually, in my mind there are two. Read on to find out how to use them to maximize your potential. Then give yourself time to reflect on...


drmariecdumas
Nov 12, 20246 min read
How can living seasonally increase mental wellbeing?
Modern culture has de-emphasized our relationship with nature. This post explores how we can live in better harmony with the seasons and...


drmariecdumas
Jun 10, 20245 min read
How can we reduce confirmation bias?
What is Confirmation Bias and how do we fight one of the most tricky human instincts? It takes decisive action to overcome. Read on for...


drmariecdumas
Apr 5, 20246 min read
How do you find balance with social media use?
First, you must understand that like tobacco companies, the goal of social media is to keep you using. Then, you can make a mindful...


drmariecdumas
Mar 11, 20244 min read
How do you recognize personal or occupational burnout and how does R3I theory relate?
The military approach to mission readiness can be easily applied to the general population in order to address personal and occupational...


drmariecdumas
Feb 22, 20243 min read
How should you prepare for therapy?
Taking a few moments to plot your progress, jot down your thoughts and feelings, and to write out questions between sessions can make a...


drmariecdumas
Feb 12, 20244 min read
How do you overcome the fear of not having enough?
Fear of not having enough is incredibly common. Persistent fear of not having enough, also called scarcity, is worth examining. The fear...


drmariecdumas
Feb 7, 20243 min read
How do you make resolutions stick over time?
Resolutions are a surprising source of emotional intensity given the common aversion to time pressure and past disappointments. They can...


drmariecdumas
Dec 7, 20235 min read
What are some coping strategies for spending the holidays away from "home"?
The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and togetherness, but what if your festive spirit is accompanied by the realization...


drmariecdumas
Nov 22, 20235 min read
Are friendships really that important for wellness?
The latest science says, yes, definitively. From the moment we enter the world, we are wired to connect with others. As we navigate the...


drmariecdumas
Nov 21, 20235 min read
How is expat wellness unique?
Embarking on a journey to live in a new country is a thrilling yet challenging experience for any expat. Immigration offers a special...


drmariecdumas
Mar 31, 20205 min read
Wondering how to thrive in uncertain economic times?
"They say fear is strengthened by exercising fear. May your fear have love handles." - Eric Gibson Jump in Life's Puddles Psychologists...


drmariecdumas
Mar 25, 20204 min read
Wellbeing in a time of collective panic? Yes, it is possible.
The best use of imagination is creativity, the worst use of imagination is anxiety. - Deepak Chopra Compassion Peace is a process that...


drmariecdumas
Mar 13, 20203 min read
What is Cybertherapy?
Wellness for today's global world that comes to you on your own terms and uses technology and innovation to reach you without barriers....


drmariecdumas
Mar 13, 20202 min read
What happens in a New Client Consultation?
Consultations are a critical step in determining appropriateness for Cybertherapy services. An ethical wellness practitioner won't...


drmariecdumas
Mar 13, 20202 min read
Why does the Assessment process take several sessions?
If we're standing too close the the mirror, our image is blurry. It takes an outsider to carefully comb through our stories with us, and...
Dr. Marie C. Dumas, EI
Cybertherapy Consulting
bottom of page