It may have taken months or even years to take this step forward. But you’ve finally decided that you want to tackle your mental health struggles head on and work with a therapist. Now, you’re seeing that booking your first session isn’t really that simple. There are so many therapists specializing in different areas and […]
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It isn’t easy to talk about body image. Almost all of us have faced body image challenges. We have struggled with our self-esteem in relation to how we perceive our own bodies. We have faced challenges in how body image is dealt with in our society. If we’re lucky, we’ve worked through those issues over […]
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Disturbing thoughts are among the most frustrating symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Of course, all intrusive thoughts are frustrating. You don’t want to keep obsessing about anything at all. However, disturbing thoughts are even worse, because they feel so shameful. You don’t know why you’re thinking what you’re thinking. You wish that you weren’t. […]
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You have a child with OCD. It feels like you have tried everything. Nevertheless, your child needs more support. Have you thought about trying group therapy? Some children may be hesitant about trying group therapy. However, research shows that there are immeasurable benefits. Of course, you can’t encourage your child to try group OCD therapy […]
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Social anxiety disorder is not as unusual as you may think. About 12% of Americans have social anxiety at some point in their lives. Extreme fear of social interaction can lead people to avoid social situations, even if it means losing a job or contact with family and friends. And, like many mental disorders, it’s […]
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No family is picture perfect. Everyone deals with conflict in the house sometimes, and it is frustrating for all parties involved. After all, we always want to feel like home is a place where we can be ourselves and feel at ease. But if you’re immediately greeted by tension and arguing when you walk in […]
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Understanding selective mutism is no easy task. After all, there is no physical reason why the person can’t talk. In fact, you may see it as “they won’t” when in reality they can’t. Yes, physically they can speak, but emotionally there is a block. Nevertheless, it seems like they should be able to talk. As […]
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Most people don’t like being told what they’ve done wrong. Even if we try to keep an open mind, negative feedback can lead to counter-criticism and argument that ruins relationship communication. In fact, often, poor communication between couples leads to blaming, fights, and damage to the relationship. It’s difficult to tell your partner that you’re […]
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Even the most loving couples can struggle with communication, compromise, and figuring out the next steps in their relationship. Couples counseling can be effective whether you’re going through a rough patch or entering a transitionary period in your relationship such as engagement or pregnancy. If you’re preparing for the future or dealing with a pressing […]
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