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Why Healing Isn’t Linear: Understanding Setbacks

When we think about healing—whether emotional, mental, or physical—it’s easy to imagine a smooth, upward journey toward feeling better. In reality, healing isn’t linear. Progress often comes with ups and downs, and setbacks are a natural part of recovery. Understanding this truth can make the process less frustrating and more compassionate. Progress Doesn’t Mean Perfection

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Changing Our Thought Patterns

As people, we tend to think the way we think, and rarely do we spend time wondering why we think that way or how we got to think in that perspective. These strings of thoughts we have, our thought patterns, begin to develop from the time we are infants and change and adapt as we

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When the Days Get Shorter: Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

When the Days Get Shorter As fall turns to winter and the days grow shorter, many people notice a change in their mood and energy. If you’re feeling low, unmotivated, or find it harder to get out of bed on dark mornings, you may be experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — sometimes called the “winter

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Importance of Sleep on Mental Health

Adequate sleep isn’t a luxury; it’s a key part of mental health. It’s a two-way street: the quality of your sleep affects your mental state, and mental health issues can mess with your sleep. According to sources like Psychology Today and the American Psychiatric Association, a lack of sleep can lead to serious emotional problems.

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Why Couples Counseling Works

Couples counseling, or therapy, is an effective tool for many relationships facing challenges. It works primarily because it provides a structured, neutral, and safe environment for partners to communicate, understand each other, and learn healthier ways to interact. Neutral Guidance and New Skills A licensed therapist is a neutral third party who doesn’t take sides.

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Suicide Prevention Week

According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S. In 2023, almost 50,000 Americans died by suicide. In that same year, 1.5 million suicide attempts were made. Knowing more about suicide can help to prevent further loss. There are several factors that can increase the risk

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How to Create a Realistic Self-Care Routine for the Fall

Embrace the Autumn Shift: Crafting a Realistic Fall Self-Care Routine As the days shorten and the air turns cooler, the change of seasons presents a perfect opportunity to reassess and reset our self-care habits. Fall’s cozy, introspective energy invites us to create a routine that truly nourishes us, rather than one that feels like another

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Live Your Best Life

The Journey to Empowerment Therapy is a powerful tool for personal growth, and it’s not just about coping with problems—it’s about empowering you to live your best life. It’s a dedicated space where you can gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your patterns, and the obstacles that are holding you back. By working with a

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Forgiveness: Letting Go of Grudges

Forgiveness and letting go of grudges can be a difficult task to take on mentally and emotionally, especially if it seems like it is being done for the other person and not for oneself.  Being able to forgive is a process that can contribute to personal healing, as well as growth. Breaking up the process

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Hurricane Season: Mental Health Outlook

The period of June 1st to November 30th might not mean much to the averageperson, but to Florida residents we all know that means hurricane season. Heavy rainsand strong winds become more frequent and with that, a whole set of potentialproblems of varying degrees. When thinking of hurricanes, we often consider how it willaffect work,

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