Any time it’s an “awareness week,” the purpose is to shed light on something that people might not be familiar with or understand. November 13-19 is Transgender Awareness Week. If you’re new to learning about transgender experiences, there are several reliable and supportive resources that can help you understand the basics and explore the nuances […]
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I saw an AI depiction of anxiety today that looked a bit like a demonic version of Anxiety from Inside Out. It was striking because it captured something I’ve noticed time and again in my work with people dealing with anxiety—and in my own journey as an anxious person: anxiety robs us of opportunity when
Recent statistics from Gallup show that around 10% of people who identify as LGBTQ+ come out after the age of 30. There are many reasons why someone may come out later in life, and it’s important to recognize that everyone’s journey is unique. Society’s increasing acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community has played a significant role
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Okay, fellow people pleasers and recovering people pleasers— show of hands if you’ve ever said no but felt like you needed a reason or excuse to back it up? 🙋♂️ Has the stress of what to say been more overwhelming than the “no” itself? Somewhere along the way, we get the message that our “no”
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Ever feel like self-care advice is just another thing on your to-do list? “Treat yo self! Take a bubble bath! Get a massage! Girl, get that cold brew!” …If only it were that easy for those of us juggling a hundred invisible balls in the air. Just chill out and sip or soak your problems
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Hey there! Let’s talk about something that’s been a game-changer for many of us— mindfulness. Now, before you roll your eyes and think it’s all about chanting and incense, let’s break it down in a way that’s relatable. Mindfulness isn’t about escaping reality or becoming a zen master overnight. It’s simply about being present in
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We are thrilled to announce that our very own Practice Manager, Sam Liggett, was a winner of the Dunkin’ Donuts Brew Crew Top Pours Under 34 program! The program honors Pennsylvania individuals aged 34 or under that are making a positive difference in their communities. Sam was nominated for her work at a local community-based
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Life seems to be full of transitions. We often focus on talking about various transitions for children- starting school, holiday breaks from school, moving from school into summer, and so on in cyclical fashion. Those conversations are often celebrated, regarded as things to look forward to. As we grow older, we talk about the big
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been one of the gold standard treatments for depression in the mental health field. This treatment method follows the belief that if we can change our thoughts, we will experience changes in our emotions and actions as a direct result. CBT believes that each of us may have things that
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