Christina P. Kantzavelos

Licensed psychotherapist, Writer, Travel Blogger

San Diego, CA

Please visit www.christinakantzavelos.com for her complete e-portfolio :)

Christina P. Kantzavelos

Licensed psychotherapist, Writer, Travel Blogger

San Diego, CA

Please visit www.christinakantzavelos.com for her complete e-portfolio :)

What Are the Underlying Causes of Eating Disorders and Co-Occurring Substance Abuse?
anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorders—are serious but treatable mental illnesses that feature disturbances in both eating behavior and weight regulation. They are associated with significant adverse psychological, physical, and social consequences. It is not uncommon for people with eating disorders to also abuse drugs or alcohol.
Begin Again with Ibogaine
What if we told you there was an alternative and natural way to free yourself from your addiction? What if we told you that this treatment could provide you with a clear reflection on the sources of your addiction, and allow you to find closure in a therapeutic healing manner resulting in a lower chance of relapse?
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Is Challenging
Having a loved-one with Alzheimer’s or Dementia can be quite the challenge, whether you’re a family member or a caregiver. Progressive brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s can make it difficult to think clearly, remember things, communicate and to take care of yourself. It can also cause mood swings and change one’s personality and behavior.
5-reasons-refinance-home-2017
Afraid to re-fi? It isn’t sci-fi. It’s both easy and good for your bottom line. The time is ripe to refinance your home. Perhaps the days of record low interest rates are gone, but the current rates are still attractive, which means you should act on them as soon as possible while the getting is good.
15 Things the world needs to be thanking California for
Both you and the ’50’s-to the present can thank us for this invention. In 1971, Jacob W. Davis in partnership with the Levis Strauss & Co., created jeans as workman’s clothing. Now celebrities will rip their blue jeans for fashion — you know, just like a real workman. We got you to stop smoking.
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10 places Californian residents won’t tell you about
California seems to have it all: a beautiful, accessible and often surfable coastline; intriguing deserts with phenomenal sunsets and moonrises; world-class mountains peaks; national parks, including Yosemite, a rock-climbers’ paradise. California’s diver
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10 quintessential facts for first time travelers to California
Do not expect warm tropical water when visiting the Pacific Ocean — even in the summer. Although the ocean is beautiful, it averages 51-60 degrees Fahrenheit. If visiting outside of the summer months, pack or rent a wetsuit. Earthquakes are frequent, but often of negligent magnitude. Although we have small earthquakes daily, a lot of Californians have never actually felt a quake.
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Gluten and Dairy Free in Reykjavik, Iceland
Prior to heading on my adventure to Iceland, I was a little concerned about what I would eat. Per Google, Icelanders primarily eat bread with a side of Minke whale, and pay in Viking’s gold for it. Kind of kidding… I essentially got the impression that Iceland didn’t have many options, and that I might as well bring Clif Bars, along with a loaf of bread in order to sustain my body for the two weeks of traveling.
Volunteering as a Mental Health Professional for the Red Cross
Most know that the American Red Cross responds to international disasters. But did you know that the Red Cross also responds to local and domestic disasters? Whether it’s a house fire down the street, a California wildfire, or a flood in Louisiana, the Red Cross is there to provide immediate services to those affected by disasters.
10 Characteristics Of The Hipster Sub-Group: Hymnsters
It all may have started around 2009-2010, when you would see them dressed head to toe in Urban Outfitters (I mean, weren’t we all?) , complete with a “Jesus Is My Homeboy” or “Mary Is My Homegirl” t-shirt, peek-a-boo/paneled streaks in girls’ hair, long side swept hair for the boys, playing guitar and looking a-little-too-happy around campus.

About

Christina P. Kantzavelos

Christina Kantzavelos is a writer, travel blogger, licensed psychotherapist (LCSW), library and archive professional, humanitarian, and an artist. Her passion is in communicating, traveling and helping others.

She received her Bachelor’s and Masters of Social Welfare (MSW) from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and her Masters of Library and Informational Science (just like your local librarian!) from San Jose California State University (SJSU). She has visited over 30 different countries, and documented most of it on social media. However, it was in completing the Camino de Santiago (500-mile pilgrimage across Spain) at the end of 2015, where she realized her strong affinity with writing. She decided to start BuenQamino and has written and published articles and edited content for various sites ever since (with some very positive feedback).

Living a successful renaissance lifestyle allows for an environment that caters to her different passions. In her free time, she loves to read, write, craft, hike, travel, volunteer, plan community events and cuddle with her cat, Banana. She considers herself to be confident, comfortable, hard-working and warm.

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