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Bisma Anwar, LMHC

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Bisma Anwar, LPC, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and the Team Lead for the Talkspace Council of Mental Health Experts. She has worked in various mental health settings such as hospitals, clinics, non-profit organizations, and mental health startups. A major focus in her work is anxiety management and helping her clients develop healthy coping skills, reduce stress, and prevent burnout. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, Buzzfeed, Well + Good, Bustle, and Self magazine.
Gray Divorce
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Published on: 22 Oct 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
  • 7 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 

Gray Divorce: Overcoming a Split in Your Older Years

Published on: 22 Oct 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Oct 22, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
The term “gray divorce” was coined to describe the growing trend of older couples ending their marriage. While…
Nurse Burnout
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Published on: 22 Oct 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
  • 7 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW

Nurse Burnout: Causes, Symptoms, and Strategies for Recovery

Published on: 22 Oct 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Oct 22, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
Nurse burnout is a real (and growing) concern in the healthcare industry. Fueled by increased workloads, long hours,…
Benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Published on: 26 Sep 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • 5 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

11 Powerful Benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Published on: 26 Sep 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Sep 26, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the gold standard of therapy modalities today. It’s an effective form of talk…
Group Therapy vs Individual Therapy
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Published on: 18 Sep 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • 10 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

Group Therapy vs. Individual Therapy: Which Is Right for You?

Published on: 18 Sep 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Sep 18, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
Updated 09/16/2025 Quick Summary: Deciding to start therapy is commendable—it’s the first step toward bettering your mental health.…
Battling Single Parent Burnout
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Published on: 18 Sep 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • 8 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Battling Single-Parent Burnout

Published on: 18 Sep 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Sep 18, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
Parenting is hard, but parenting on your own is even harder. As a single parent, you’re often juggling…
Conquering Mom Guilt
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Published on: 26 Aug 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
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Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Conquering Mom Guilt: Causes & How to Deal with It

Published on: 26 Aug 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Aug 26, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
The journey of motherhood is full of moments that run every inch of the gamut — from incredible…
Understanding & Healing Broken Family Dynamics
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Published on: 24 Jul 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
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Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW

Understanding & Healing Broken Family Dynamics

Published on: 24 Jul 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Jul 24, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
Family dynamics shape who we are, offering love, support, and a sense of belonging. But what happens when…
How to Be a Single Mom
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Published on: 24 Jul 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
  • 8 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW

How to Be a Single Mom: 8 Strategies for Raising Kids on Your Own

Published on: 24 Jul 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Jul 24, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
Recent research found that more than 15 million homes in the United States have a female head of…
Breathing Exercises to Help You Fall Asleep
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Published on: 18 Jun 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • 11 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

8 Best Breathing Exercises to Help You Fall Asleep

Published on: 18 Jun 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Jun 18, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
Research by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that more than 14% of adults had difficulty falling…
How to Cope With a Cancer Diagnosis
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Published on: 10 Jun 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
  • 9 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW

How to Cope with a Cancer Diagnosis

Published on: 10 Jun 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Jun 10, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be an incredibly challenging moment, filled with a mix of intense emotions such…

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