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Grief Counseling

Have you lost someone or something important in your life? Grief refers to the suffering that a person goes through…
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First Responders and PTSD

First Responders are essential members of our community and include policy officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, rescue workers and their dispatchers.…
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Military, Veterans and PTSD

Given the important and stressful work of our military forces, both the media and advocates have raised significant concerns about…
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LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy

The Unique Challenges With Aging in the LGBTQIA+ Population

Aging isn’t easy for any population. But for people in the LGBTQIA+ community, aging can be a particularly difficult process.…
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5 Common Thought Traps and How to Escape Them

Thought traps are a type of cognitive distortion that worsens anxiety. These negative thinking patterns are hard to get out…
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EMDR: How Long Does It Take?

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) has become a hugely popular therapy in the realm of addressing trauma. Because EMDR…
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LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy

What Does It Mean To Be An LGBTQIA+ Ally?

As the world becomes increasingly polarized, LGBTQIA+ people are under attack. Though Obergefell v. Hodges was a landmark court case…
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How to Overcome Perfectionism

Perfectionism is more than just a desire to excel; it’s an irrational and unattainable pursuit of flawlessness. At its core,…
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4 Tips to Calm an Anxious Night

Once anxiety hits in the middle of the night, it can be hard to stop the racing thoughts. If you…