Talkspace Author Bisma Anwar

Published on: 26 Jul 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Famous Erwin, LMHC, LPC

9 minute read

Clinically Reviewed by Famous Erwin, LMHC, LPC

11 Common Challenges That Counselors & Therapists Face

Published on: 26 Jul 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Famous Erwin, LMHC, LPC

Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
Jul 26, 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Famous Erwin, LMHC, LPC

Mental health counselor challenges are an often-overlooked aspect of the profession, and they can significantly impact both physical…

Published on: 28 Jun 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

4 minute read

Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

How Much is Propranolol With & Without Insurance?

Published on: 28 Jun 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
Jun 28, 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Propranolol is a prescription medication for high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, tremors, and other conditions, including off-label uses…

Published on: 23 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC

4 minute read

Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC

Does Buspar Cause Weight Gain?

Published on: 23 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC

Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
May 23, 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC

Note: The branded medication Buspar has been discontinued. However, its generic counterpart (Buspirone) is available. Though it’s been…

Published on: 23 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

4 minute read

Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

How Much is Trazodone With & Without Insurance?

Published on: 23 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
May 23, 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

Trazodone is an FDA-approved antidepressant that’s prescribed to treat depression in adults and can also be used off-label…

How Long Does it Take for Abilify to Wor

Published on: 22 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD

5 minute read

Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD

How Long Does It Take for Abilify to Work?

Published on: 22 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD

Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
May 22, 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Karmen Smith LCSW, DD

Abilify is an antipsychotic medication used to treat symptoms of conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. Similar…

Published on: 22 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Dion Metzger

8 minute read

Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Dion Metzger

Lexapro Withdrawal: All You Need to Know

Published on: 22 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Dion Metzger

Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
May 22, 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Dion Metzger

Updated 5/5/2025 Lexapro (Escitalopram) is an antidepressant medication indicated to treat mental health conditions like major depressive disorder…

Published on: 22 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Muhammad Munir, MD

7 minute read

Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Muhammad Munir, MD

Side Effects of Prozac to Be Aware of

Published on: 22 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Muhammad Munir, MD

Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
May 22, 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Muhammad Munir, MD

Prozac (Fluoxetine) has become one of the most common psychiatrist prescribed medications for treating symptoms of mental health…

How Much is Abilify With & Without Insurance

Published on: 19 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW

4 minute read

Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW

How Much is Abilify With & Without Insurance?

Published on: 19 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW

Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
May 19, 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW

Abilify — or aripiprazole — is an antipsychotic medication used to treat several mental health conditions, including schizophrenia,…

How to Start an Online Therapy Practice Successfully

Published on: 11 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

7 minute read

Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

How to Start an Online Therapy Practice Successfully

Published on: 11 May 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
May 11, 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

Knowing how to start an online therapy practice successfully doesn’t have to be as overwhelming as you might…

Published on: 03 Apr 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

7 minute read

Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Side Effects of Lexapro to Be Aware of

Published on: 03 Apr 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
Apr 03, 2023

Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Lexapro (Escitalopram) is a popular medication for treating depression, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and other mood disorders. It…