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How to Create a Treatment Plan for Therapy

WebA mental health treatment plan is a collaboratively written outline of goals, objectives, and interventions for therapy. Treatment plans should be client-centered, …

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Pros and Cons of Teletherapy (from a therapist’s perspective)

WebThis is one that I had not anticipated until growing more comfortable with telehealth. I started out on an online telehealth platform. This platform makes it quite …

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5 Questions to Boost Resilience

WebI feel that resilience has been a big topic in this field for the last several months. 2020/2021 seem to have thrown major hurdles our way, and bouncing back …

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Tips for Personalizing Your Self-Care Routine

WebIn Charles Duhigg’s book The Power of Habit (which I highly recommend!), Duhigg discusses the habit loop as marked by three things: (1) the cue, (2) the routine, …

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Taking Care of Your Mental Health During the Winter

WebWinter is arguably the toughest season on one’s mental health. Less sunshine and holiday stress can wear us down. Below are some tips to help keep your …

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5 Ideas For Taking A Mental Health Day

WebSometimes you just need a day to sort through your to-do list. If you have tasks that you've been putting off for a long time, and you know that you'll feel better …

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Ways to Boost Intellectual Self-Care

WebBelow are some ways to improve intellectual self-care. There are plenty of free or low-cost online courses available. Udemy and Skillshare are a few examples, but …

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20 Ways to Have Healthy Work Boundaries

WebDo not neglect your overall health. Work should not come before dental, medical, or mental health appointments. Even a 6-month checkup at the dentist …

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New Year's Resolutions Ideas for Mental Health

WebHappy New Year! 2020 has certainly been a challenging year for many, and I’m sure that many of us are happy to put the year behind us! I enjoy using this day to …

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Mental Health and the Holidays

WebThe holiday season can be both a source of joy and a source of stress. During this time of year, I often have clients who report intense levels of stress due to a variety …

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Financial Stress and Mental Health: 6 Tips for Managing Both!

WebThis includes both the symptoms and the triggers. Similar to anxiety, you might be experiencing issues such as difficulty with breathing, concentration, worry …

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5 Time Management Tips for Therapists

WebInstead, schedule blocks of time dedicated to administrative tasks such as emails, phone calls, or paperwork. Aim to check emails only at the beginning and end of …

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Therapist Development

WebEvery therapist is different when it comes to what time boundaries work for them. However, given the nature of the mental health field it

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Sleep Hygiene Tips

WebCurtains and eye masks can keep out the light. Add extra blankets for warmth or a fan to cool down the air. If needed, invest in a good mattress, pillow, and …

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How to Prepare for (and Pass) the Licensing Exam

WebIn my last blog post I reviewed mistakes to avoid when preparing for the licensure process. In this blog post, I’ll review strategies that helped me to prepare for …

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Using the Decisional Balance Technique for Ambivalence

WebForgoing or pursuing a form of health treatment. Basic instructions for use of decisional balance: Take a pen and piece of paper. (Or do this on an electronic …

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“I don’t really remember much of my childhood”

WebPeople at some points in their lives will face awful events, such as the loss of a loved one. It’s important to note that trauma is a very normal reaction to abnormal …

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When You Can’t Afford Therapy

WebDISCLAIMER: This post is meant to review ways on improving overall mental health. It does not address or speak to mental health crises.While the tips in this post …

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Tips to Keep in Mind When Saying “No”

WebAllow yourself the chance to sit with the emotion. Over time, it will reduce in intensity and go away. Try to also consider the alternative, which might be the …

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