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February 18, 2022 About Therapy, Stress Management Post a Comment

3 Reasons You Should Go To Therapy Before It’s a Crisis

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When I first started practicing as a therapist, many people that reached out for therapy were in crisis.  They were in dire need of help.  We saw people in our practice who were dealing with intense depressive or anxiety symptoms, severe trauma, life crises and intense substance use.  I’m so grateful people did reach...

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February 4, 2022 About Therapy Post a Comment

Let’s Take the Blame Game Out of Therapy

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It is not uncommon for people to start playing the blame game when they first start therapy.  It may include blame directed at our family or parents, or the blame may be directed at the past and outside circumstances.  This is a normal response and it’s all a part of the process.    I’m sure...

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