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The Therapist’s Couch
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Rewiring Your Brain for Joy: Strategies for Combatting Anxiety and Cultivating a Positive Mindset
Rewiring the brain for joy is about consciously choosing our thoughts and behaviors to promote happiness and well-being. We will explore specific strategies and techniques that can aid in this process and ultimately help combat anxiety and foster a more positive outlook on life.
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Understanding Postpartum Depression and Anxiety: A Guide for New Moms
Understanding the challenges of postpartum anxiety and depression. Focusing on ways to cope, how to practice self-care, and when to seek more help through family, friends, counseling, and/or medication.
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Breaking the Cycle of Avoidance: How Sitting with Your Feelings Can Break the Grip of Anxiety
Breaking the cycle of avoidance requires facing one's fears head-on rather than running away from them. This process can be challenging but ultimately leads to increased self-awareness and emotional resilience.
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Finding Peace of Mind: Three Practical Techniques to Cope with Health Anxiety
Anxiety, a silent battle fought by millions worldwide, becomes even more challenging when health concerns enter the picture. In this blog post, we delve into the world of managing anxiety amidst health issues and offer practical tips to reclaim control over your mental well-being.
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Exploring 5 Thought Patterns that Keep Us Anxious
Are you tired of being held hostage by your thoughts? Do you find yourself constantly trapped in a cycle of stress and anxiety, unable to break free? In this blog post, we delve into 5 common thought patterns that fuel our anxieties and explore strategies that help to decrease their power over us.
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Navigating the Rollercoaster of Emotions: How New Relationships Can Trigger Anxiety
Have you ever experienced the whirlwind of emotions that comes with starting a new relationship? The excitement, the butterflies in your stomach, and the anticipation of what's to come can be exhilarating. Amidst all this euphoria, there can be an undercurrent of anxiety that can throw us off balance.
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Finding Joy in Simplicity: 7 Ways to Reduce Anxiety and Embrace a More Relaxed Holiday-Post-Season
The holiday season has come and gone, leaving behind a whirlwind of festivities, gatherings, and endless to-do lists. As we bid farewell to the chaos and welcome the calmness of post-season life, it's time to rediscover the joy in simplicity. In this blog post, we will explore seven effective ways to reduce anxiety, let go of stressors, and embrace a more relaxed and fulfilling post-season.
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Navigating the World of Mental Health with Confidence: The Complete Glossary for Counseling and Therapy
Whether you're seeking professional help or simply curious to expand your knowledge, our complete glossary for counseling and therapy is here to clarify the terminology that surrounds these practices. Join us as we equip ourselves with the tools needed to embark on a path toward inner growth and resilience. From cognitive-behavioral therapy to mindfulness techniques – let's explore mental wellness together!
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The Art of Prioritizing You: Unraveling the Distinction between Self-Care and Selfishness
This week from the therapist's couch we are looking to understand the difference between self-care and selfishness. In a fast-paced world that glorifies hustle culture, it's easy to overlook the crucial aspect of prioritizing ourselves. But here's the thought-provoking truth: understanding this distinction is not only vital for our well-being but also plays a significant role in nurturing healthier relationships with those around us. So, let's embark on an illuminating journey together as we unravel "The Art of Self-Care," exploring why self-care isn't synonymous with selfishness, but rather an indispensable act of self-love and empowerment. Get ready to redefine your perspective and nurture a better version of yourself!
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How does untreated trauma affect you over time?
Explore how untreated trauma affects you over time and the different types of trauma that exist. Additionally, we'll discuss treatment options for those who are struggling with the aftermath of traumatic events.
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For anxiety and depression, is the recommended treatment therapy or medication? Surprise, both!
We'll explore both therapy and medication as options for treating anxiety and depression, looking into the challenges and benefits of each so that you can make an informed decision on what's right for you. If you're struggling with anxiety or depression and wondering how best to tackle it, read on!
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Will therapy help my anxiety?
Let's explore the various types of anxiety and discuss how therapy can help those struggling with anxiety, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder (SAD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and phobias.
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Tips to Decrease Anxiety
Improve your mental health by reducing your stress and anxiety levels. Therapist, Caitlin Walsh, LPC, shares tips on how to manage your anxiety and stress.
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Welcome to The Therapist’s Couch!
Welcome to the Themes From a Therapist’s Couch blog. We will explore anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem improvement and grief.