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Dec 5, 2022
3 min

20 Ways to Have Healthy Work Boundaries

Is the thought of going to work starting to fill you with dread? Do you find yourself calling out sick more often because you "just can't...

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Nov 7, 2022
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Mental Health and the Holidays

The 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 ...

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Oct 3, 2022
4 min

Dealing with Burnout as a Therapist

In a previous post on burnout, I noted general recommendations for combating burnout during stressful circumstances. However, I feel that...

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Jul 11, 2022
2 min

What Self-Gaslighting is and How to Combat It

Gaslighting is a term that often comes up in my therapy sessions, usually within the context of problematic relationships. It refers to a...

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Jun 6, 2022
3 min

What Our Communication Styles Tell Us About Ourselves: How to Practice Assertive Communication

One of the top reasons my clients report for seeking out therapy services is relationship issues. When exploring these issues, I like to ...

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May 2, 2022
3 min

4 Reasons to Have Time Buffers Between Therapy Sessions

In a previous post on time management, I’ve mentioned implementing a buffer between sessions as a way to better manage one’s schedule...

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Mar 7, 2022
7 min

When You Can’t Afford Therapy - 10 Ways to Boost Mental Health without a Therapist

If you are unable to access therapy just yet, here are some tips to improve emotional/mental wellness.

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Feb 7, 2022
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Ways to Combat Burnout

Psychology Today defines burnout as “a state of emotional, mental, and often physical exhaustion brought on by prolonged or repeated stress”

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Mar 29, 2021
2 min

5 Time Management Tips for Therapists

Every 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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Oct 26, 2020
2 min

Tips to Keep in Mind When Saying “No”

The topic of setting healthy boundaries is a common one that comes up in therapy. Interestingly, I’ve found that it’s also a common one b...

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