Dan Bates, PhD, LMHC, LPCC, NCC

About

Dan Bates is a doctoral student at University of Cincinnati, a Licensed Professional Counselor and certified nationally. He has been practicing for over 10 years and has extensive experience working with families involved in the justice system who are dealing with addictions, abuse, and building relationships.

Books by Dan Bates, PhD, LMHC, LPCC, NCC

Recent Posts

Making Goals More Manageable

Setting and achieving goals can be overwhelming. It doesn't have to be.

Multidimensional Self-Care

Self-care is not about the latest trends; it extends to every dimension of your life.

How Your Food Choices Affect Your Mental Well-Being

If you’re struggling with stress, depression, or anxiety, consider changing your diet.

6 Ways to Take Control Back From Anger

When you're angry, you don't function at your best because you aren’t in control of yourself. How can you get it back?

Help for Stressed-Out Parents

Stressed-out parents say and do things they regret afterward, asking “Why did I yell?” “Why did I immediately get defensive?” Instead, it helps to have a plan.

How to Build Resilience

More now than ever you are needed. Meet the challenge, face the day, and make tangible steps to foster resilience in your life.

How You Talk to Yourself Matters

The most important conversation you are having is the one in your head.

Deep Listening

In an age of disconnection, listening can be a powerful force that brings people together.

6 Ways to De-Escalate a Heated Argument

An escalated person is not receptive to problem-solving or redirection until they’ve been heard, validated, and de-escalated.

Don't Take It Personally

If you want your conflict to be productive, make it about the problem and not the person.