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Five Easy, Simple Ways You Can De-stress THIS weekend.
No need to sugarcoat it or provide a fluffy intro – there are five easy, simple ways you can de-stress THIS weekend. No special equipment or material required. No wild costs. The only requirement? Follow through! Say “no” to something. Having less on the calendar, and fewer obligations to run around to, does in fact…
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How to say NO without feeling bad, guilty, or selfish – including examples
Saying “no” without knowing how to say no can make us feel guilty, selfish, or like we’re letting someone down. People-pleasing sound familiar?! The why behind people-pleasing and having so much trouble saying a simple “no” is more complex than actually just saying NO. Let’s start with how to get this done and then some…
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The real secret to managing stress.
The secret to managing stress is not adding more self-care. It’s not squeezing in another yoga class, relaxing “treat-yo-self” moments, or soothing essential oils. It’s something entirely different. I’m not saying these enjoyable things aren’t helpful, I’m just saying that they’ll only help you so much in your battle against stress. When I was in…
The differences between therapy, counseling, and coaching (and when you need each).
When you’re feeling stuck, you have quite a few choices of where to seek help, and what types of help to use. If you’re feeling stuck one way or another, your feet may start to feel even heavier if you’re not even sure what kind of help you need. The differences between coaching, therapy and…
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As a therapist, these are 5 things I’m doing to cope with stay-at-home and the pandemic.
The uncertainty, fear, and stress of the pandemic are hard to handle – let alone being cooped at home to do so, while worrying about loved ones, friends, and family who you may not be able to help. Even as a therapist, it’s hard to give consoling words – we’re all having a rough time,…
Why therapy is expensive, and why it’s a worthy investment in yourself
Ever wonder why therapy is expensive?! One of the top reasons I hear from people for not going to therapy is “It’s too expensive.” I’m not going to lie – therapy can be expensive if you can’t use your insurance or an HSA. But what’s the cost of not going to therapy if you’re not…
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How to find a therapist who is a good fit for you
I’ve heard it said that finding a therapist who is a good fit for you is a little like dating (ugh!). It doesn’t have to be as stressful, though – if you’re anything like me, you might not actually enjoy dating. With these quick tips, you can start your search for the right therapist with…
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The Process of How Therapy Helps You
The most important part of therapy is your relationship with your therapist. Multiple studies and research projects over time have shown this. That’s why important that you find the right therapist for you. (There’s item #1 for how therapy works!) Read on to know how else therapy can help you. Or, click here to find…
Insurance: The Difference between Superbills & Invoices
Insurance billing is weird and confusing. I don’t think that’s up for debate, right? So let’s make it a little easier. If you’re using insurance to pay for therapy, you may receive two different types of documents – and they may have two different costs on them. The Invoice The invoice is like any other…
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