Ask Julie: Anger Issues Due To Childhood Abuse

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Abuse, Anger Management, Ask Julie, Counseling, Relationships & Emotional Health, Therapy, Trauma on January 27, 2012

Q: I have acknowledged the fact that I have an anger problem, but I have not been able to find a way to deal with it. When I get angry I scream, curse, and get verbally abusive with the person that I am angry with. I have broken objects by throwing them across the room more »

I’ve Never Met A Shrink Who Didn’t Need One

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Business, Counseling, Depression, Emotional Health, Marketing, Private Practice Toolbox, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Relationships & Emotional Health on January 8, 2012

My grandpa used to say, “I never met a shrink who didn’t need one,” as if that was a valid reason for not seeking help for mental health problems. After being a therapist for nearly two decades, I totally agree with my Grandpa. Therapists are an interesting and colorful bunch and we definitely have our more »

Lights. Camera. Therapy! National TV Debut Tonight

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Marketing, Media Skills, Private Practice Toolbox, Technology on November 3, 2011

I let a camera crew film two therapy sessions for the TV series “Secretly Pregnant” airing tonight at 10:00 PM ET/8:00 PM MT on Discovery Fit & Health. While I have a lot of TV experience I’ve never been this nervous about it. I think it’s because I have NO idea how the therapy sessions will more »

Why Social Media Matters to Therapists

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Marketing, Private Practice Toolbox, Social Media, Technology on August 8, 2011

You’re in the mental health field because you want to make a difference and make a living, right? Technology and new media now allow therapists to educate and interact with worldwide audience and to talk directly to ideal clients…for free. Take a look at these recent statistics from the top social media sites: There are more »

What’s the best age for girls to wear makeup?

posted by admin in Advice, Family, Parenting on October 27, 2010

I was invited to weigh in on the subject of daughters and makeup for a popular woman’s website SheKnows.com. Having gone through the makeup transition several years ago with my 16 year old daughter, and having dealt with parent child struggles in my therapy practice, I had a few things to say. “Makeup often represents more »

Self-care isn’t selfish: You and Yours Show

posted by admin in Advice, Relationships, Self-care, You and Yours Show on September 21, 2010

I’m thrilled to launch my new You and Yours” show on The Women’s Information Network, an international website designed to strengthen women and families worldwide! “In episode 001 “Why Self-care Isn’t Selfish” you’ll get to know self & relationship expert Julie Hanks, LCSW personally and professionally as she shares the questions inspired this show: Is more »

Quoted in MSN.com Article “Recess Rascals”

posted by admin in Advice, Parenting on June 14, 2010

Quoted by MSN.com “Recess Rascals” Has your child been picked on? Inevitably, every child goes through being left out or being teased during recess at some point in their school experience. Read this MSN.com Mom’s Homeroom article on “Recess Rascals” for tips on: How to know when it’s bullying When bad behavior isn’t so bad more »

Finding Strength Through A Divorce

posted by admin in Advice, Relationships, TV Segments on May 10, 2010

Finding Strength Through A Divorce Divorce is a time of crisis: “a dangerous opportunity”. It is an opportunity to find out that you’re stronger than you think you are. Though individual circumstances vary greatly from one divorce situation to another, you have a choice in how you respond to divorce. As with all difficult and more »

Favorite Phrases For Relationship Confrontations

posted by admin in Advice, Relationships on April 1, 2010

What to say when: Tips for surviving sticky social situations

posted by admin in Advice, Communication, TV Segments on March 8, 2010

If you ever find yourself at a loss for words in awkward social situations watch this segment. Here are some helpful phrases to add to your relationship repertoire!    Sticky Social Situation  Example  Try Saying This  You’re asked to do something you don’t want to do and it’s hard to say “no”.  An extended family more »

To Forgive or Not To Forgive?

posted by admin in Self-care on January 29, 2010

What is Forgiveness? The topic of forgiveness has cropping up frequently in many conversations this week: women’s workshops, individual or couple therapy sessions, and casual conversations. What is forgiveness anyway? At first, forgiveness seems like a simple and straightforward concept. But on second thought, it is not easy to understand, and it’s even harder to practice. We’re more »

New Twist on New Year’s Resolution

posted by Julie Hanks LCSW in Counseling, Self-care on January 7, 2010

Pick up the latest issue of Wasatch Woman Magazine for my relationship article “New Year’s Resolutions: Try a “Ta Da” List” It’s that time of year. The time when “To Do” lists get pulled out and we add to them our resolutions for the New Year. Too frequently though, by February 1, our list of more »

Want Hubby to Help With Holidays? Here’s how!

posted by admin in Advice, Communication, Counseling, Marriage, TV Segments on December 16, 2009

Watch TV Segment Women often complain about their husband’s lack of help or enthusiasm for the holiday preparations. Husband’s are often puzzled about why wives get so stressed out about shopping, decorating, and baking. Here’s why women get stressed and solutions to get your man to help with the festivities. 1-Women feel responsible for the more »