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How To Do A Quick Self-Check To Feel Better Fast
Here’s a hack for figuring out why you don’t feel good. Now, this is a short term, in-the-moment hack, and it’s not meant to replace therapy or medication or any kind of longer-term plan. But if you’re having a day where you just feel terrible, this acronym can help you hopefully get some relief:
Six Steps to Maximize a Psychiatry Visit
An appointment with a psychiatrist is often difficult to get, so you really want to maximize that time. Here are six steps to help you communicate clearly and in language they will understand.
What can Straight Couples Learn from Queer Couples?
Hetero couples could learn a few things from queer relationships, according to a recent study of straight and gay couples.
Quiet Quitting is Actually Just Having Good Boundaries with Work
How to set good boundaries at work according to a therapist.
How to Honor Your Mental Health This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day: you either love it or love to hate it. Whether you are currently single, in a relationship, or somewhere in between, the holiday can trigger strong emotional responses. Valentine’s Day often comes with expectations and comparisons, which are never great for self-esteem. Here are some tips to protect your energy and mental health this February 14th.
Why Dating Sucks, According to a Couples Therapist
The real reasons why dating is so hard, from a psychotherapist's point of view.
What is OCD?
Information about OCD from virtual therapists in California, Laurel Therapy Collective.
Why Do Some People Like Scary Movies?
As Halloween approaches, we want to explore a fascinating question: Why do people enjoy watching scary movies?
On-The-Go Mindfulness Exercise for Busy Stressed People
Therapy mindfulness exercise for stressed and busy people.
How To Make Lasting Changes To Improve Your Mental Health
Four simple things you can do to make lasting healthy changes to your sleep, exercise, nutrition, and mindfulness habits.
From a Therapist: What Does Self-Care Really Mean?
Self-care gives you time & energy for everything that you love & allows you to keep up with all those things that you’ve chosen to prioritize in your life.
Therapist Advice: What To Do When You're Freaking Out
Usually, we’re freaked out about something that’s not actually happening in that moment. Here's an exercise to help you get grounded in the moment.
What’s the Difference Between Boundaries and Barriers?
The foundation of a boundary is a loving thing. Setting a boundary is saying “If you’re there and I’m here, we’re good.”
How Trauma Therapy is Different
California therapist from Laurel Therapy Collective explains how trauma therapy is different and how EMDR, ERP, and talk therapy work together.
Therapist Advice: It's Good To Laugh In Therapy
If we’re examining humanity, it stands to reason there would be plenty to laugh & cry about. There’s also research behind why laughter in therapy is a good thing.
Set Intentions, Not Resolutions
Resolutions set people up for feelings of failure. With public health, political & garden variety personal stressors, we don’t need more feelings of defeat.
Making the Most of the Holidays During Hard Times
End-of-year celebrations may be different this year. Here are some ways to help make this season as joyful as it can be, from Laurel Therapy Collective in California.
11 Things You Can Do Right Now to Lower Your Anxiety
Advice from feminist therapist Laurel Roberts-Meese on things you can do right now to lower your anxiety level - whether you’re at a 3 or a 10 - begin by breathing.
How Do You Start Your First Therapy Session?
As you approach your first therapy session, it can be helpful to think about the issues you want to discuss. Here’s a helpful guide.
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