Individual | Couples | Family | Group Therapy

  Call  610 203 9409

983 Old Eagle School Rd | Suite 611 | Wayne, PA 19087

logologo
  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Request Appointment
  • Services
  • Articles | News
logologo
  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Request Appointment
  • Services
  • Articles | News
  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Request Appointment
  • Services
  • Articles | News
featured_image

Brynn Cicippio contributes to Philly Mag article on Sobriety

by Ryan PeacockAugust 2, 2022 Treatments0 comments

Brynn Cicippio shares her experience on sobriety and the influence of alcohol on our current culture. 

https://www.phillymag.com/be-well-philly/2022/03/26/mindful-drinking-philadelphia/

Learn More
featured_image

Best of the Main Line 2022 Memories

by Ryan PeacockJuly 29, 2022 Uncategorized0 comments

Thank you to the Best of the Main Line for putting together a fantastic event. Here is a glimpse of all the memories shared at the Best of the Main Line yesterday. We could not wait to share all these great photos with you. We are beyond humbled, proud and grateful.

This could not have been done without our amazing therapists. Loving my team and the care and the empathy and excellence they pour into every client in our practice, and the care and consideration extended to the families, and loved ones of our clients. Because as we all know, no matter who shows up to the therapy room, we care for the entire family system.

We love you all. Here are the memories made at the Best of the Main Line:

http:///www.instagram.com/p/Cgm6DKLvN2W/

Learn More
featured_image

Brynn Cicippio in Philly Magazine: Strategies for taking care of your mental and emotional health

by Ryan PeacockJuly 26, 2022 Uncategorized0 comments

BCA Founder Brynn Cicippio shares specific coping skills to support your mental and emotional health.

10 Mental Health Tips for When Life Feels Out of Your Control (phillymag.com

Learn More
featured_image

Brynn Cicippio shares Her Story with Kathy Romano

by Ryan PeacockJuly 26, 2022 Anxiety and Stress, Parenting and Families, Treatments0 comments

Click the link to listen to Her Story with Kathy Romano with Brynn Cicippio, owner of BCA Therapy talks about therapy and the holidays.

https://957benfm.com/episodes/brynncicippio/

Learn More
featured_image

We Cannot Control Others Who Show Up in Our Relationship

by Ryan PeacockMarch 6, 2023 Anxiety and Stress0 comments

We have no control over others behavior, even those we love and care for. We can’t make people be nicer to us, kinder to us, care for us, or love us in the way we envision.  What we can do is take care of ourselves, be clear with our needs, and then choose what relationships are healthy for us to maintain and what ones we need to let go.

When we learn how to take care of ourselves first, it will make it easier for us to judge whether we are happy with ourselves. This will also help you see whether those around us are treating us the way we deserve. If you feel you are being treated unfairly when we put ourselves first, you can refrain from speaking or remove yourself from the situation entirely.

Going to counseling can help us build confidence and stay focused on what we can control. Go to therapy can help you take control and help us deal with situations like these we cannot control.

 

 

 

Learn More
featured_image

Alcohol Equals Permanent Consequences

by Ryan PeacockFebruary 16, 2023 Treatments0 comments

Alcohol equals temporary fun with permanent consequences! Long-term effects of alcohol include:

  • anxiety
  • changes in weight
  • memory loss and problems concentrating
  • difficulty focusing
  • family and relationship issues
  • insomnia
  • difficulty completing tasks.

With all the long-term effects of alcohol, why would you want to drink alcohol.

Most of our social lives revolve around alcohol, which is not healthy but can lead to the risk of addiction.

Choosing to be sober may seem like a hard task, but all you need is to find hobbies and activities that can replace drinking alcohol. Here are things to do without drinking alcohol:

  • Movie-night
  • Having a cook-out and playing board or yard games
  • Playing sports
  • Going for a run
  • Drinking new nonalcoholic drinks
  • Read a book.
  • Working Out
  • Hanging out with friends.
  • Listening to music

When you stop drinking and become sober you will start to see a lot of improvements which include:

  • Having more energy.
  • Your liver will start to repair itself.
  • You will feel happier.
  • Your skin may improve.
  • You may think more clearly.
  • You may have better relationships.
  • You may feel more productive.
  • Your risk for developing diseases will decrease.

Quitting drinking will be the best think you can do. Do you want to live your best life and become sober? Maybe this will be the reason why.

Sources:

Effects of Alcohol on the Body (healthline.com)

What Happens When You Stop Drinking Alcohol? (verywellmind.com)

 

Learn More
featured_image

Want to feel confident about yourself?

by Ryan PeacockJanuary 19, 2023 Uncategorized0 comments

Self-esteem refers to whether you appreciate and value yourself. Having a low self-esteem can affect every aspect of your life. It can impact your relationship, your family, job and physical and emotional health. But you can boost your self-esteem by visiting a therapist!

Cognitive behavioral therapy is effective in the treatment of low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. It helps you recognize the cause and get rid of the negative thoughts and doubts, and anxiety in order to diminish hurtful feeling and enable you to take action.

Ingredients of effective cognitive behavioral therapy for low self-esteem include:

  • Replacing self-criticism with self-compassion.
  • Developing healthier (more flexible) rules and beliefs.
  • It helps recognize the cause of negative beliefs, thoughts, and emotions to modify them into positive beliefs.
  • Facing your fears and confronting anxiety provoking situations.

Sources:

Dr Matthew Whalley, Dr Hardeep Kaur. “Low Self-Esteem.” Psychology Tools, 18 May 2022, https://www.psychologytools.com/self-help/low-self-esteem/.

Lancer, Darlene. “Self Esteem Therapy: Counseling for Low Self Esteem.” TherapyTribe, https://www.therapytribe.com/therapy/self-esteem-therapy/.

Learn More
featured_image

Have Self-Love in your Life

by Ryan PeacockJanuary 12, 2023 Anxiety and Stress0 comments

Self-Love comprises four aspects which include self-worth, self-awareness, self-esteem, self-care, and self-esteem. If one is missing, then you do not entirely have self-love. To have it, we should be aligned with these four aspects.

  • Self-Worth is the level of importance you place on yourself. It is emotional outlook that determines how and what you feel about yourself in comparison to other people.
  • Self-Awareness is being aware of your thoughts, how they affect your emotions, and how emotions cause you to act. Having self-awareness helps you understand yourself and is a big part of your personal development and is a key part to achieving success.
  • Self-Esteem is a positive or negative orientation towards oneself. To boost your self-esteem, do things you enjoy, spend time with people who make you happy, and take care of yourself.
  • Self-Care is the practice of taking action in protecting your own well-being and happiness, especially during times of stress. There are many ways can practice self-care, but it typically looks different for each individual. Start a healthy self-care routine that works for you!
Learn More

Guide to be Alcohol Free

by Ryan PeacockJanuary 6, 2023 Uncategorized0 comments

Whether its Dry January or a total lifestyle change, everyone has the choice and ability to be alcohol free!  If this is your path, here are some tips to keep in mind along the way:

1. No one cares that you aren’t drinking. Sure, they may ask and be curious because they see a change in your routine, but you not drinking has no bearing on them. And if it does, might be time to reconsider the time you invest in that relationship.

2. Mocktails are delicious! Thank God its 2023 and there are many delicious and not super sugary options in the world, along with some great local establishments that have booze free options. Check out Mingle Mocktails (https://www.minglemocktails.com) and Spiritless (https://spiritless.com) for drinks at home and The Volstead (https://volsteadzeroproof.com) is a great hang out in Philly

3. Create a menu of coping skills: Alcohol is the go-to stress reducer for many. It’s also a social lubricant.  Being alcohol free means you have to change your automatic responses to certain stimuli. What’s going to be your new way to unwind after a hard day? How are you going to celebrate a siblings milestone birthday? Get out your menu:

1. Hot bath or shower
2. Mocktails
3. Guided Meditation
4. Get Outside/ Be active
5. Praying/ Spiritual connection
6. Get creative/ Find a hobby

4. Move your body! Moving your body is one of the best responses to stress and coping skill available to you at any time. I specifically use the phrase move your body as opposed to exercise because going to the gym feels like a chore. Moving your body can mean yoga in your living room, snow tubing with friends, dancing in your kitchen, or shooting hoops at the park. Moving your body releases endorphins, makes you feel good, and makes intoxicating drinks less attractive.

5. Remember your WHY: Slap a post it on the bathroom mirror or set reminders on your phone.  Keep your eye on the prize… reasons might include:

1. Sleep better
2. Less anxiety
3. Support heart health
4. Increase focus
5. Clarity with decision making
6. Increase patience
7. Engage in mindfulness (see benefits here: https://www.apa.org/monitor/2012/07-08/ce-corner)
8. Be a trailblazer among your peers

If your use of alcohol feels out of your control, these tips may not be effective for you. Be sure to consult with a therapist or physician.

Learn More
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
Individual | Couples | Family | Group Therapy

LATEST NEWS AND ARTICLES

  • We Cannot Control Others Who Show Up in Our Relationship
    We Cannot Control Others Who Show Up in Our Relationship
    We have no control over others behavior, even...
    March 6, 2023
  • Alcohol Equals Permanent Consequences
    Alcohol Equals Permanent Consequences
    Alcohol equals temporary fun with permanent...
    February 16, 2023
  • Want to feel confident about yourself?
    Want to feel confident about yourself?
    Self-esteem refers to whether you appreciate...
    January 19, 2023
  • Have Self-Love in your Life
    Have Self-Love in your Life
    Self-Love comprises four aspects which include...
    January 12, 2023
  • Guide to be Alcohol Free
    Whether its Dry January or a total lifestyle...
    January 6, 2023

Quick Links

  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Request Appointment
  • Services
  • Articles | News