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Online Counseling Rejected Me

 Why Wasn't Online Therapy An Option? Recently I came across a Reddit thread where an individual was outraged that they had been rejected (their word, not mine) by a popular online counseling provider. Naturally, many of the comments were of shock and bewilderment. As...

Mental Health in the Black Community & the Holidays

Stress and depression are frequent uninvited visitors during the Holiday season, a period beginning around Thanksgiving (November) lasting until the New Year (January). Which makes sense. The duties around the holidays can be overwhelming; the cooking, shopping,...

Your Feelings are Valid: Reasons We Offer Therapy for Black Men

Mental health stigma is a leading obstacle against the Black community seeking mental health care. Despite efforts to sensitize the masses, there is still much ground to cover. Statistics show that African American women are much more receptive to mental health care...
What is Low Self-Esteem – 10 Signs of Low Self-Esteem
What is Low Self-Esteem – 10 Signs of Low Self-Esteem

Everyone has talked about their self-esteem being low at some point, but do we really know what that means? Self-esteem describes an individual's overall sense of self-worth or personal value. It consists of one's beliefs and emotions, such as triumph, despair, pride,...

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What Are the Benefits of Group Therapy?
What Are the Benefits of Group Therapy?

Everyone needs a community to share things with; often, your community contains your closest friends or your family. But sometimes, we don't feel comfortable sharing our struggles or issues within our inner circle. That's where group therapy comes in a chosen...

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Managing Depression: What To Do When It Takes Over
Managing Depression: What To Do When It Takes Over

Simply put, depression is characterized by lingering sadness and a lack of interest. We all experience depressive symptoms at some point in our lives. We’ve felt low and unmotivated at different times in our lives. However, these depressed feelings are usually...

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Grief and Loss In The Black Community
Grief and Loss In The Black Community

Grief is an emotional reaction to loss and when ignored its impact can have a lasting effect. Moving past the pain of losing someone you cherish in a healthy and meaningful way can be challenging. Feelings of hopelessness, sadness, guilt, anger, and fear can overcome...

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How to Let Go of Control with ACT Therapy
How to Let Go of Control with ACT Therapy

Imagine your friend playfully throwing you into their pool and you desperately trying to rise afloat for fear of drowning, only to remember that you took swimming lessons. That fear of losing control and not being able to emerge from the water was terrifying. Still,...

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How to Hold Space For Others While Holding Space For Yourself

When it comes to caring, there are always two extremes of givers and takes. Learning the art of minding others as you mind yourself is not always easy to master. You can either love yourself too much and neglect others or vice versa.In therapeutic settings, the phrase...

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Is Online Therapy For You? What to Consider Before Logging On
Is Online Therapy For You? What to Consider Before Logging On

Online therapy or teletherapy may be a helpful treatment option for you if you're looking for psychotherapy for stress, relationship issues, grief, depression, anxiety, or another mental health issue. Here is everything you need to know. Technology has changed how...

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Holiday Self-Care Tips: 4 Steps To Peace
Holiday Self-Care Tips: 4 Steps To Peace

Last week we spoke about coping with difficult family dynamics during the holiday season, this week we’ll speak to general self-care practices that would benefit you in any situation.   Although these strategies are sure to help you adjust to last-minute changes,...

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