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Amy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC

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Dr. Amy Cirbus is the Director of Clinical Content at Talkspace, the leading online therapy platform. She is a New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor. Her areas of interest include women’s health and wellness, young adulthood, and relationships. She is a contributor to national podcasts and publications, most notably the New York Times, Forbes, Glamour and Business Insider.
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Published on: 05 Jan 2022
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • 7 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Supporting a Child With Gender Dysphoria: Tips for Parents

Published on: 05 Jan 2022
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byAmy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
  • Jan 05, 2022
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
Gender dysphoria support for parents can be difficult to find when you’re first starting your journey. Regardless of…
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Published on: 02 Nov 2021
  • 7 minute read

How Long Is Premarital Counseling?

Published on: 02 Nov 2021
  • Written byAmy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
  • Nov 02, 2021
Looking to start your premarital counseling journey today? Sign up here to get ready for your big day!…
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Published on: 25 Oct 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
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Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

What is Imago Relationship Therapy?

Published on: 25 Oct 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • Written byAmy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
  • Oct 25, 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
Imago relationship therapy (IRT) is a therapy technique that focuses on conflict in relationships. It claims that conflict…
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Published on: 25 Oct 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
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Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 

Relationship Anxiety: Signs, Causes, and Tips to Overcome it

Published on: 25 Oct 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
  • Written byAmy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
  • Oct 25, 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
Relationships can be wonderful. They can be fulfilling, joyful, and…yes, stressful. In fact, few things in life can…
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Published on: 20 Oct 2021
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What Is a Child Psychiatrist?

Published on: 20 Oct 2021
  • Written byAmy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
  • Oct 20, 2021
A child psychiatrist is a physician who focuses on the mental health of children and adolescents up through…
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Published on: 20 Oct 2021
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Divorcing a Narcissist: What to Expect

Published on: 20 Oct 2021
  • Written byAmy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
  • Oct 20, 2021
Narcissism, or narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), is a personality disorder that results in someone having an intense, inflated…
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Published on: 07 Oct 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
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How to Deal With Divorce: A Therapist’s Guide to Coping

Published on: 07 Oct 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
  • Written byAmy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
  • Oct 07, 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
Even under the best circumstances, certain aspects of your divorce process are probably going to be difficult. At…
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Published on: 28 Sep 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
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Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

What Are the Different Types of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Published on: 28 Sep 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byAmy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
  • Sep 28, 2021
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
Updated on 3/3/2022 All types of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are based on the cognitive model of emotional…
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Published on: 23 Jul 2021
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Dysphoria vs Dysmorphia: The Difference Between Gender and Body

Published on: 23 Jul 2021
  • Written byAmy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
  • Jul 23, 2021
In order to truly understand the difference between gender dysphoria vs. body dysmorphia, we need to first look…
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Published on: 23 Apr 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
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Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Diary of a Therapist During the Coronavirus Outbreak: Dr. Amy Cirbus

Published on: 23 Apr 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byAmy Cirbus Ph.D, LMHC, LPC
  • Apr 23, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
Diary of a Therapist During the Coronavirus Outbreak is a new series bringing you insight into the daily…

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