Addiction Isn't What You Think It Is
Nobody wakes up one day and thinks, “You know, in about three to four years, I plan to become an addict.” Addiction isn’t usually something that is planned for or intentionally added to life. The...
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Suicide Prevention Means Making Room For Real Emotions
When we think of suicide prevention, we often think of people sharing statistics, warning signs, and hotlines, or picture people making posts saying things like, “Check in on your friends and check...
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Five Benefits of Failure
Everybody fails. Failing is an inevitable part of life, but feeling like a failure shouldn’t be. If you can separate failing at something from feeling like you are the failure, and can bounce back...
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Is My Grief Normal? A Closer Look at the Elephant in the Room
Experiencing a big loss can leave our internal lives feeling a bit like a Jackson Pollock painting. This can feel so unpleasant that we take great strides to avoid thinking about or acknowledging...
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7 Strategies For Navigating Therapy Waitlists
Being on a waiting list can feel frustrating and disheartening, especially when you're seeking support during a challenging time in your life. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression,...
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Stages of Grief
Hi, I'm Mary Helen, a licensed professional counselor with Lifeologie Midlothian, and wanted to just send a few tidbits about the topic of grief. While grief is complicated, I have found in sessions...
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5 Reasons To Consider Couple’s Counseling
Have you ever seen a rosebush in full bloom? Ah, the allure, the romance, the captivating dance of petals in the breeze. But think for a moment; what would it look like without regular watering,...
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Reasons to Prioritize Therapy as a Young Adult
You’ve recently graduated. The world is full of endless options for your future – college, trade school, travel, a gap year, or whatever else you are considering. Everyone you meet wants to know your...
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Transitioning Back to School for Children with ASD
The transition from summer break to a new school year can be a challenging time for children. Children often experience excitement about seeing their friends and meeting their new teacher but may...
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Do You Really Want to Change?
I was first introduced to the Transtheoretical Model of Behavior Change, or TTM, while interning at an in-patient addiction treatment center during the final hours of my counseling degree. The model...
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The Importance of Dreaming Together
Growing up, dreaming about your future comes naturally. When you met your partner, how did you dream together? You probably dreamt about your wedding, buying a beautiful house together, and creating...
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Back to School, Back to You: Nurture Your Mental Health
Back-to-school season is in full swing. As a parent, you’re preparing for a significant shift in household dynamics. While a new academic year can bring excitement (or maybe relief), it's also an...
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