A Glossary of Therapy Terms
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If you’re not familiar with therapy, the various terms of its vocabulary can be confusing, which means they…
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Is Autism Spectrum Disorder a Mental Illness?
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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has, thanks to the hard work of advocates, become much more well known in…
Suicide Prevention: A Therapist’s Guide to Talking About Suicide
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Content Warning: This article discusses suicide but we believe difficult conversations around how best to discuss mental health…
How Therapists Handle Their Own Sleep Issues
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A poor night’s sleep affects us all occasionally, and therapists are not immune. We, too, experience sleepless nights…
How Therapists Deal With Their Own Stress Over the Holidays
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Holidays put pressure on everyone, but therapists face unique challenges this time of year. Not only are they…
The Importance of Therapy, Even If You’re Not Ready
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Updated on 3/2/21 Starting therapy can be a daunting task, especially if you don’t feel ready. When life…
What Therapists Wish They Could Say to Parents
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People usually wonder what their therapist is really thinking. This is especially true for parents, who already feel…
4 Ways to Overcome the Stress of Learning Disabilities
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If you have a learning disability, school can be a tremendous source of stress. A learning disability, not…
Mental Illness Awareness Week: The Benefits of a Mental Health Checkup
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https://www.talkspace.com/online-therapy/October 10th is the World Health Organization’s World Mental Health Day and all week long is recognized as…
Is There A Link Between Trauma and Addiction?
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Addiction is a complex process with numerous variables at play, but trauma may be one of the most…