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Understanding the Types of Counselors

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You’ve reached the decision to seek support from a counselor. You have healing to do, and you understand that you can’t do it alone. But when you start looking for a counselor, you find it’s not as easy as you thought. There are many different types of counselors, and the…
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What to Pack for an Inpatient Recovery Program

Addiction and Recovery

You’ve decided to get help at an inpatient recovery program and now you have to figure out what to pack. Just like packing for a trip, packing for a treatment center can feel overwhelming and it can be stressful. We can’t take away the anxiety you may be feeling by…
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Medical Marijuana and Mental Health

Conditions and Illnesses

Should you use medical marijuana as a treatment for mental health issues? The answer to that question depends on which medical professional you ask. While medical marijuana is illegal at the federal level, as of April 2023, it’s legal in 38 states, plus Washington DC, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana…
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Maintaining Your Mental Health in a Recession

Transitions and Change

The United States is expected to enter into a recession sometime in 2023. A recession is two consecutive quarters of negative economic growth with a decrease in spending that can result in job loss and other financial concerns. Recession and mental health are inextricably linked. Financial stressors related to a…
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How to Cope When a Loved One is in Palliative Care

Transitions and Change

Every year, an estimated 56.8 million people need palliative care. This number includes 25.7 million people in the last year of their life. It can be difficult to see someone you love at the end of their life, and it may even result in you starting your grieving process while…
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Recovering and Healing from Religious Trauma

Conditions and Illnesses

A religious community is meant to be a safe environment full of people who share the same beliefs and love one another according to those beliefs. But for some people, their religious community and house of worship are anything but safe. Some people experience abuse and emotional damage in the…
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6 Types of Eating Disorders

Conditions and Illnesses

Do you have an uncontrollable relationship with food, obsess about your body image or weight, or feel anxious about eating certain foods? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might have an eating disorder. Eating disorders can impair your physical, psychological, and social functioning and diminish your…
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What is Disordered Eating?

Conditions and Illnesses

Disordered eating is not an eating disorder, per se, but an abnormal eating behavior that can become dangerous if not addressed. Many people obsess over healthy eating. We label certain foods as good and others as bad, count calories, celebrate weight loss, and use certain foods as rewards. Often this…
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Is Working from Home Bad for Your Mental Health?

Careers and Work

Research shows that there may be a link between working from home and depression. Studies show that remote workers may experience feelings of isolation and loneliness, which can contribute to depression. Additionally, the blurring of boundaries between work and personal life can lead to increased stress and pressure to be…
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Accreditation and Licensing for Therapists and Counselors

Therapy Tools

In addition to obtaining a degree from a university or college, a therapist must also complete the necessary requirements to obtain professional licensing in the state where they plan to practice. We've listed some basic information on the various licenses and certifications, as well state board of examiners. Accreditations, Certifications,…
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What Is Addiction?

Addiction and Recovery

If you or a loved one struggle with addiction, you are not alone. Around 21 million people in the United States are believed to suffer from alcohol or substance addictions, and gambling addiction alone impacts at least 2 million people. But what is addiction, and why does it happen? Addiction…

Can a Blended Family Survive Different Parenting Styles?

Relationships and Family

Blended families are increasingly common today, with the Pew Research Center reporting that 40% of families have at least one partner with a child from a previous marriage or relationship. So, how do parents come together to make their perhaps different parenting styles work in blended families? Blended families can…

How to Know When It’s Time for a Divorce

Relationships and Family

All relationships go through rough patches. But when considering a permanent separation, how do you know when to call it quits? How do you know when it’s the time for divorce versus staying in the relationship and trying to make things work? This post will discuss some common reasons people…

What is Binge Eating Disorder?

Conditions and Illnesses

Binge eating is an eating disorder where a person has a pattern of intentionally and regularly eating large amounts of food to the point of discomfort at least once a week for at least three months. Binges are the rapid consumption of abnormally large amounts of food followed by feelings…

Coming to Terms with a Terminal Illness Diagnosis

Transitions and Change

If you or someone you know was diagnosed with a terminal illness, you may be looking for wisdom about how to feel or react. The truth is, there is no one way to respond to receiving such news. This post outlines some common experiences among people who are coping with…