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Understanding Academic Pressure and Perfectionism Among College Students
In today's fast-paced academic environment, college students often find themselves grappling with a silent force: academic pressure and...
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Maternal Suicide Awareness Week
As Maternal Suicide Awareness Week and Suicide Awareness Week come to a close, we remain committed to raising awareness and taking...
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Does EMDR help with anxiety?
Are you curious how EMDR and anxiety intertwine? Let’s talk about it! In the 1980s, Frances Shapiro first created a psychotherapy...
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The US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy released this week that parent's stress is a “urgent public health issue”.
Did you see the popular headlines this week? A headline that feels unsurprising, validating and distressing all at once. Muthy shared...
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Managing Back-to-School Anxiety: A Texas Therapist Shares Tips for Parents
Whether this is your first back-to-school season or you are entering into your child's senior year of High School we know the...
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5 Reasons for Orgasm Performance Anxiety. Tips from a Sex Therapist.
18+ please! Orgasm performance anxiety is a concern that can affect anyone- yet it's not a topic that we frequently talk about openly....
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Breaking the Stigma: College Students in Texas Are Overcoming Barriers to Finding a Therapist and Starting Therapy
In the whirlwind of college life, juggling classes, social life, and finding time to actually take care of your own mental health can...
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Under the Radar: How Eating Disorders Impact Athlete Mental Health
It’s a Friday night or Sunday afternoon, what are you doing? I’d be willing to bet many of us are watching our favorite sports teams...
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Why Leaders Need Therapy Too
“Do More”, “Be better”,“Complete this now” have been consistent phrases of US working culture since the Industrial Revolution. These...
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Financial Wellness: How to Manage Financial Anxiety
Money is more than just numbers and budgets; it’s deeply connected with our emotions, values, and behaviors.
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Happy Pride! Let's celebrate the gifts Queer people bring to our world!
This month, I hope we remember the importance of allyship, honoring queer history that has paved the way forward
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How to find a LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapist
Finding an affirmative therapist who is supportive and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues is essential for many individuals within the community
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Navigating PRIDE Events: Self-Care and Mental Health Tips
Amidst the excitement and festivities, it's essential to prioritize our mental health and practice self-care.
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The Importance of Pride: Celebrating Diversity & Inclusivity at The Couch Therapy
For therapy practices, Pride is also a time to highlight the importance of diversity and inclusivity, both in our client relationships
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Do I Hold On or Let Go? A Guide to Understanding Disorganized Attachment Style
Disorganized attachment style can be defined by inconsistent or unpredictable behavior.
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What is Attachment Focused EMDR?
Are you curious how attachment based therapy and EMDR can intertwine?
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Therapy for Men: Breaking the Stigma
Guys – going to therapy doesn’t make you weak. In fact, it’s pretty much the opposite.
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A Look at The “Summer Blues”
During the moments of the “summer blues” there may be a lot of change, which can impact anxiety or depression.
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The Benefits of Couples Therapy for New and Expectant Parents
Becoming a parent is one of life's most profound changes. It's a journey filled with joy, challenges, and unparalleled transformation.
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What is Couples Counseling?
Couples therapy can carry a negative conotation. Rarely do we consider couples therapy for nurturing a relationship.
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