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The (Sometimes Harmful) Ways People Cope with Depression
Depression can be difficult to tolerate. It can run the spectrum from a gnawing feeling of low and constant fatigue and worry to feeling hopeless, despairing, trapped, and desperately alone. ... Read More
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Disclosing Health Issues at Work: To Tell or Not to Tell
Jake, who has been seeing me for therapy for some time, is sliding further into depression. He is struggling to get up in the morning, complete daily living tasks, and concentrate at work. ... Read More
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7 Ways to Help Your Strong-Willed Gifted Child Thrive
A trait parents of gifted children often struggle with is the incredibly strong will within their sweet and thoughtful child. This trait, an intensity often associated with giftedness, ... Read More
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Complex Trauma: Yes, EMDR Can Help, but It’s No Quick Fix
Fourteen years ago, when I was first trained in EMDR therapy, there was less of an understanding of its benefits, as well as a lot of confusion about what eye movement desensitization and ... Read More
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12 Skills and Strategies to Add to Your Anxiety Toolbox
If you struggle with anxiety, regardless of whether you’ve been given an official diagnosis, one of the most powerful things you can do is to construct a toolbox of skills and strategies ... Read More
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5 Co-Parenting Tips for Newly Divorced Parents
Any divorcing parent knows that one of the hardest parts of a marital ending is feeling forced to stay connected to someone you don’t particularly want to see or spend time with. Not ... Read More
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Married with Undiagnosed ASD: Why Women Who Leave Lose Twice
Author’s note: A caveat before we get into the substance of this article: couples counseling with a skilled therapist can greatly help couples in which one partner has the symptoms or ... Read More
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4 Characteristics That Shape Your Therapist’s Identity
Do you know what type of therapist you are seeing or are about to see? Not all therapists are the same—they have different perspectives and training. Therapists need to know what motivates ... Read More
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Overcoming FOMO: What Fuels Your Fear of Missing Out?
Earlier this year, the Powerball jackpot soared to $1.5 billion dollars. Ticket sales went through the roof. People who never played the lottery before were suddenly buying handfuls of ... Read More
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Thinspiration: The Dangers of a Pro-Ana/Pro-Mia Lifestyle
Editor’s note: The subject matter in this article may be triggering for those who experience body image issues, those coping with an eating disorder, and those who are in recovery. The ... Read More
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The Stigma Behind the Clutter: 7 Myths About Hoarding
If you’ve watched television in the last few years, you’ve likely come across a reality show about hoarding. Rather than truly educating the public on the condition, reality TV tends ... Read More
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Does Hurting Someone Make You a Bad Person?
When I work with people who have difficulty expressing what they want and need, especially to their significant others, it is apparent feelings about hurting the other can create a fierce ... Read More