Integrity Counseling Services

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Forgiveness from Childhood Wounds and Its Physical, Spiritual and Emotional Affects

By Cindy Dowling, M.A., L.M.F.T. — Forgiving others is one the most difficult things we must do as Christians.  It can also free us from a psychological perspective. Combining the spiritual aspect of forgiveness with the psychological aspect can lead to great healing. Many people have suffered greatly at the hands of others.  I’ve seen…

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Dr. Michael Kastelnik Joins Integrity Counseling Services Fulltime

Michael Kastelnik, Psy.D. is a full-time clinical therapist with Integrity Counseling Services. Dr. Michael enjoys helping individuals, couples, and groups struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD and men’s issues. As an Army veteran who has worked with many military veterans over the years, he is keenly aware of the issues veterans face, especially…

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The Importance of Physical Activity and Fitness to Mental and Physical Health

By Anna Pecoraro, PsyD, RN — It may seem obvious that physical activity and fitness are important to mental health. However, many busy people lose sight of taking care of their bodies. There are many priorities in life, and if we are not careful, physical activity and fitness — and basic physical self-care — can…

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Empathy and Apologies: Beginning the Healing Process for Couples

By Peter C. Kleponis, PhD, LPC, SATP, CSAT — Bill and Kathy are in their mid-forties.  They have been married 20 years and have six children. Bill is a military officer and Kathy is a stay-at-home mom. Kathy sought marital counseling when she caught Bill viewing Internet pornography. A scan of the history on his…

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Drug and Alcohol Addictions: Causes and Enabling vs. Helping

By Gian Milles, MS, LPC, Integrity Counseling Services Causes of Drug and Alcohol Addictions According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, people begin taking drugs for one or any combination of four reasons: 1) to feel good 2) to feel better if they are feeling bad 3) to improve performance or psychological functioning 4)…

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Therapist Gian Milles Featured on Relevant Radio

On April 17th, Integrity Counseling Services’ licensed therapist Gian Milles, MS, LPC was featured on Hour 2 of The Drew Mariani Show. Gian discussed how spiritual factors including a relationship with God and attendance at church improve one’s mental health, and how the absence of those factors can lead to depression and suicidal ideations. Listen…

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Death by Distraction

By Deborah Rojas, MA, Integrity Counseling Services — Could you handle a few technology-free days? No phone, no laptop, no music — power down the technological devices, and not because the word “vice” is in “device.” Stillness and true quiet are necessary for contemplation, the time and space for getting to know God and ourselves…

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Dr. Kleponis is featured in the CatholicTherapists.com March Member Spotlight

We are honored to announce that CatholicTherapists.com is featuring Integrity Counseling Services’ Founder and Director, Dr. Peter Kleponis, in their March 2024 Member Spotlight. Dr. Kleponis is a long-time member of CatholicTherapists.com, a website dedicated to helping clients who are seeking specifically Catholic therapists who adhere to the teachings of the Magisterium of the Catholic…

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Difficult Conversations

By Cynthia G. Dowling, MA, LMFT, Integrity Counseling Services — Many clients come to me experiencing anxiety after exploring relationships in their lives, whether they are personal, work or community-based. Together we often find that they are feeling stuck in certain aspects of their lives because of a fear of having difficult conversations. Very few…

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Peace in Society is Related to the Golden Rule and Inner Peace

By Dr. Anna Pecoraro, Psy.D., R.N., Integrity Counseling Services — In 2023, the world saw continued violence in Ukraine and a severe exacerbation of the chronic conflict in Israel. Considering peace in society is both 􀀁mely and necessary. The ‘Golden Rule’ is the idea that we are to treat others as we would like to…

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