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Traci Shoop

Counselor/Therapist

Traci Kochendorfer in Dayton, OH Traci Offers spiritual holistic educational consultation and resources by remote services online in guidance for health and well- being.
Traci Shoop
  • Dayton, OH
  • Accepting new patients

Can bipolar ADHD be treated with therapy?

There are many avenues with this. Medication or mental health treatments, if you been diagnosed first by your provider. A lot of times, it is something of a soul agreement and READ MORE
There are many avenues with this. Medication or mental health treatments, if you been diagnosed first by your provider. A lot of times, it is something of a soul agreement and dealing with other souls causing the symptoms. Research has shown spiritual holistic health can help along with what medication works for you and then eventually maintaining control and in hopes to be off medication. Spiritual counseling could be a good benefit, they can provide the tools and sessions.

Is online psychotherapy effective?

It is the ones covered under insurance mostly. But you can find counselors who are extended in other areas if those tools help.

How do you help someone with social anxiety?

See if he will try online talk therapy. He needs a checkup, meaning update on his physical and then speak to his doctor about best steps from there.

Does group counseling work?

Depends on the individual, but I think finding others who have similar issues and a support system is a good thing.

Can therapy help with nightmares?

I would say yes. Find the trigger also journaling. Include are you eating late at night, what were you watching on TV, there could be lots of things causing. When you have a nightmare, READ MORE
I would say yes. Find the trigger also journaling. Include are you eating late at night, what were you watching on TV, there could be lots of things causing. When you have a nightmare, wake up take three deep breaths, and recall your experience, write it down, do this for as long as you need. Then discuss it.

What kind of therapy is best for bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder is a chemical imbalance. You know YOU. It is two souls sharing one body. I would get tested see if certain medication can help start with controlling one side, READ MORE
Bipolar disorder is a chemical imbalance. You know YOU. It is two souls sharing one body. I would get tested see if certain medication can help start with controlling one side, then seek therapy like adult coloring books which I have on amazon. Research has shown that it can be from some deep deep trauma that needs released. Kundalini...remember, it is not you are crazy, you just are plunged into the subconscious.... This is not a treatment, just an educational answer.

How do you relax when stressed?

One great way I like to do myself is EFT (emotional freedom tapping). Working on balancing your energetic paths help with protecting against stress-related energy. Also, a simple READ MORE
One great way I like to do myself is EFT (emotional freedom tapping). Working on balancing your energetic paths help with protecting against stress-related energy. Also, a simple technique is simple breath work. Three deep inhales and exhales. You would be surprised how it helps. For longer treatment, try spiritual vibration.

Does counseling work for anxiety?

I would say yes. Talk therapy helps with pinpointing the cause and breaking through to help as time goes on for it to be less and less.

Can you stay on antidepressants for life?

It depends on the case and your issues. I would consult with whomever has prescribed you antidepressants. Do your research on what you are taking and talk with your provider on READ MORE
It depends on the case and your issues. I would consult with whomever has prescribed you antidepressants. Do your research on what you are taking and talk with your provider on how you feel.

Does talking therapy help anxiety?

It does. Some people just need to reflect and renew.

How long can you stay on fluoxetine?

I would consult your provider and have them do tests to see how your blood is and all those check-ups. Consult with your provider these questions or pharmacy.

What are the different types of psychological tests?

Well, it depends on your goal. Here is a link to help for self tests: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/tests

How can I control my emotions in the moment?

You are not coming of transition for a woman, but best answer is to get tested with a good checkup. Hormones, blood, urine and woman checkup. You may have a sensitive or thin aura. READ MORE
You are not coming of transition for a woman, but best answer is to get tested with a good checkup. Hormones, blood, urine and woman checkup. You may have a sensitive or thin aura. You maybe empathic. There are techniques to help strengthen you energy chakras and aura cleanse.

Can a psychologist help with chronic pain?

The word psychology derives from Greek roots meaning study of the psyche, or soul (ψυχή psychē, "breath, spirit, soul"). You could benefit from talking with someone about your READ MORE
The word psychology derives from Greek roots meaning study of the psyche, or soul (ψυχή psychē, "breath, spirit, soul"). You could benefit from talking with someone about your spiritual pain to release the past so you can reflect and then renew.

How do you tell your partner is a narcissist?

Oh boy. Communication is a way to learn how to deal with this type of person. There are energy medicine techniques and nlp strategies in getting a positive benefit from this type READ MORE
Oh boy. Communication is a way to learn how to deal with this type of person. There are energy medicine techniques and nlp strategies in getting a positive benefit from this type of person. If it is not dangerous, maybe a marriage family therapist would help.

Why have I gained so much while during the lockdown?

Oh, you are not alone, myself included, but quickly changed that. We find comfort in snacking to feed the area of the brain that deals with fight or flight. So, when we are stressed READ MORE
Oh, you are not alone, myself included, but quickly changed that. We find comfort in snacking to feed the area of the brain that deals with fight or flight. So, when we are stressed or dealing with anxiety, you can find as like a baby sucking on a pacifier...we tend to get our bodies raising in cortisol. Try and spiritual and physical cleanse.

Does overeating mean you don't care about yourself?

Look at your question; it seems you have answered your own question. You know YOU. Work on self growth techniques for self esteem. You are wonderful and awesome, remember that. READ MORE
Look at your question; it seems you have answered your own question. You know YOU. Work on self growth techniques for self esteem. You are wonderful and awesome, remember that.

Does therapy help after divorce?

If you find the right one YES. And don't look at divorce as trauma. Celebrate your new self. Maybe get together with friends and celebrate. This is a trauma and hard, especially READ MORE
If you find the right one YES. And don't look at divorce as trauma. Celebrate your new self. Maybe get together with friends and celebrate. This is a trauma and hard, especially since it breaks your lifestyle and pattern. Healing the heart may take time, but remember, it starts with self love. Go get a mani-pedi, massage, hair, hike or yoga. Find YOU, and celebrate YOU.

Stress and anxiety?

I do not prescribe traditional medication suggestions you need to get a check up with your health provider first. There maybe something going on

What happens if anxiety is left untreated?

Untreated anxiety can increase your risk of more severe, even life-threatening conditions to include a possible harm to others or yourself depending on the cause