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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.
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Published on: 10 Jun 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
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Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 

What to Do When Your Parent Has Cancer

Published on: 10 Jun 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Jun 10, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
When a parent says, “I have cancer,” it shakes your world in an instant. Parents are our anchors,…
Side Effects of Wellbutrin to Be Aware of
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Published on: 16 May 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
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Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

Side Effects of Wellbutrin to Be Aware of

Published on: 16 May 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • May 16, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
Wellbutrin (bupropion) is an atypical antidepressant in the class of drugs known as norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitors (NDRIs). It’s…
Signs You Might Need Antidepressants
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Published on: 09 Jan 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
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Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 

6 Signs You Might Need Antidepressants

Published on: 09 Jan 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Jan 09, 2024
Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD 
Updated 6/15/2025 Reader’s Note: If you or someone you love is having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, reach…
Alternatives to Abilify
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Published on: 28 Dec 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
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Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

7 Abilify Alternatives to Consider

Published on: 28 Dec 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Dec 28, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
Updated 06/12/2024 Abilify (aripiprazole) is a medication prescribed to treat conditions like schizophrenia, major depressive disorder (MDD), and…
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Published on: 28 Dec 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC
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Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC

How to Find a Therapist Covered by Your Insurance

Published on: 28 Dec 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Dec 28, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC
Updated 6/12/2024 Though the thought of it might feel overwhelming, learning how to find a therapist covered by…
Teen Grief
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Published on: 15 Dec 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
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Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Teen Grief 101: How You Can Help

Published on: 15 Dec 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Dec 15, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
Grief is tricky at any age, no matter how often you’ve experienced it. It becomes even more complicated…
Alternatives to Cymbalta
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Published on: 30 Nov 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Muhammad Munir, MD
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Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Muhammad Munir, MD

9 Alternatives to Cymbalta

Published on: 30 Nov 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Muhammad Munir, MD
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Nov 30, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Muhammad Munir, MD
Cymbalta (duloxetine) is a common antidepressant for treating depression and anxiety. It’s also sometimes prescribed for diabetic peripheral…
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Published on: 18 Sep 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC
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Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC

Insurance Billing 101 for Therapists

Published on: 18 Sep 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Sep 18, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC
Knowing how to bill insurance for therapy can be a confusing process filled with complexities and nuances. It…
Best Vitamins for Stress Relief
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Published on: 29 Aug 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
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Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

9 Best Vitamins for Stress Relief

Published on: 29 Aug 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Aug 29, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
Stress is inevitable from time to time. How you manage it, though, can determine what impact it has…
How to Build a Therapeutic Relationship with Clients
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Published on: 24 Aug 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • 6 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

How to Build a Therapeutic Relationship with Clients

Published on: 24 Aug 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Aug 24, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
Learning how to build a therapeutic relationship with a client can be overwhelming, but forming a solid bond…

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