Michael A. Hoyt, MA, LPC

04/25/2020

Motivation and depression mix like oil and water. Yet cleaning up can make you feel a lot better. Follow these helpful tips to stay motivated and on top of chores.

Depression can affect all parts of our lives. That includes the motivation to do housework. Explore a few simple tricks to keeping your home clean.

04/22/2020

Therapy can be a great help when you're under stress. If you've been feeling burnt out, call us.

Scottsdale, AZ Therapy for Depression and Anxiety. Michael A. Hoyt provides Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Parenting Support, Grief Counseling, Work and Career Issues, Stress Management, and Addiction & Recovery to the following locations: Phoenix, AZ Tempe, AZ , and Mesa, AZ

04/22/2020

We only have one planet, why not celebrate it? Happy Earth Day, from Michael A. Hoyt.

04/22/2020

Did you know that severe anxiety can do a number on your body? Often times, people have mistaken an anxiety attack for a heart attack.

Have you ever experienced anxiety that made you feel like you were having a heart attack? You're not alone. Anxiety chest pain can be a symptom of anxiety or a panic attack, and can be scary if you're not sure why it's happening. We explain why this happens, how to manage your anxiety, and when to s...

04/17/2020

Older recovering addicts spent much of their younger years thinking they'd never grow old. Recovery in your 40's and further on brings its own set of unique challenges.

I entered recovery in handcuffs. I had chipped teeth, abscesses, a fresh diagnosis of Hepatitis C. But there I was, sitting in my County orange-colored jumpsuit, breathing in the fragrance of fresh opportunities.

04/15/2020

An effective apology will acknowledge the other party's hurt and take ownership. Doing this allows you to resolve conflicts instead of letting them fester.

Power dynamics within any kind of relationship can lead to hurt, even if the damage wasn't intentional. Here's how to repair these hurts when they occur.

04/14/2020

Don't make the mistake of brushing off your self-care needs. By taking of yourself and your mental health, you reduce your risk of burnout and stress.

Science shows that prevention is less costly than repair.

04/12/2020

Hop to it bright and early to find all the treats left behind by the Easter bunny! You never know what kind of surprises you'll find! Happy Easter, from Michael A. Hoyt.

04/11/2020

When parents divorce and remarry, they create what is called a "blended family." This consists of siblings, stepsiblings, parents, and stepparents. A newly blended family is a transitional period for all. Everyone must work together to create a healthy infrastructure. http://bit.ly/2FvQFLV

04/09/2020

During Passover, people who participate in Jewish beliefs honor the exodus of the Jewish people from their slavery in Egypt. Matzah is the celebratory dish, bread that didn't have the chance to fully rise before the exodus. Happy Passover, from Michael A. Hoyt.

04/07/2020

A young person with a substance abuse disorder may have issues with other substances as well. Researchers are hoping that greater awareness of that fact will lead to better treatment.

Two in every five young adults reported a past-year substance use disorder, according to an Iowa State University study. Photo courtesy of Pixabay

04/04/2020

When you're depressed, you have very little energy. It's easy to fall into bad habits, like not exercising or eating right. Try to take the first few steps in the right direction by working slowly towards small goals.

Negative habits can easily grow when you live with depression, but we should work toward healthy ones. Learn to change negative habits at HealthyPlace.