Psychology and Emotional Well-being Blog |Calma Psicólogos
Welcome to the Psychology blog Calma Psicólogos, a space where you will find clear and close information about mental health, anxiety, stress, self-esteem and personal growth. Each article is designed to help you better understand your emotions and feel accompanied in your process of emotional wellbeing.
Short tips for self-diagnosis prior to requesting assistance, brief and understandable readings, which will help you feel better.
Couples Therapy: Before Divorce, A Fling or a New Love
Many people come to couples therapy with a very specific idea: “this is the last resort before we separate.” However, reality is different. Couples therapy is not the end of a relationship, but often the first step towards a more...
What is agoraphobia
Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder that can significantly limit the life of the person who suffers from it. It's not just about a fear of open spaces, but an intense feeling of vulnerability in situations where escape or receiving help could prove...
7 types of anxiety
Anxiety is one of the main reasons why many people seek psychological therapy. Understanding the different types of anxiety is key to being able to identify what is happening and how to address it effectively. At CALMA Psicólogos, in Fuengirola and...
What is PTSD?
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder? Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a serious psychological disorder that can appear after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. At CALMA Psicólogos, we treat people in Fuengirola and Mijas...
What is anxiety?
Understanding what anxiety is is the first step to being able to manage it. It is a natural response of the body to situations perceived as threatening, but when it becomes intense or constant, it can affect emotional well-being and quality of life....
Anxiety upon waking
Anxiety upon waking is a frequent experience that can significantly affect the start of the day. Many people in Fuengirola and Mijas describe a feeling of distress, negative thoughts, or physical activation as soon as they open their eyes. Understanding what...
Are eyes the mirror of emotions?
In recent years, the question of whether pupils can express emotions has generated significant interest in both research and clinical practice. Understanding the extent to which the body reflects what we feel is key to better understanding the...
What is trauma?
Trauma is an overwhelming emotional and physical response to stressful or threatening events that surpass a person's coping capacity, leaving lasting marks on the psyche and body. Unlike a difficult experience which we can process...
EMDR Therapy: Find out more
What is EMDR Therapy? Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an effective and extensively researched psychotherapy method. It has been shown to help people recover primarily from trauma and other...
What does NOT work for managing anxiety
.Are you trying to control anxiety as if it had an ON/OFF switch? It's common to think we can get rid of it quickly: distract ourselves, stop thinking, or force ourselves to be well. However, many of the strategies we use to manage anxiety not only...
Reconnect with your partner
We are inaugurating a section of CHALLENGES to improve your psychological health #retosenpareja. The aim of the section is to provide guidelines, tips, exercises and therapeutic activities, to make a repository of resources with psychological safety. It is usual, you talk every...
Infidelity: Why do some people cheat and others don't?
Infidelity is one of the most painful experiences within a couple's relationship. It not only involves the breakdown of trust, but also affects attachment, self-esteem, and emotional security. Understanding the profiles of infidelity allows us to analyse...