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Depression and Anxiety

Online Therapy for Moms in Florida

Online Therapy for Moms in Florida- Being a mother is both lovely and demanding. Amidst the sunshine and building sandcastles there’s a balancing act between work, family and self care. At times the load can feel quite heavy. You might notice yourself getting easily frustrated, feeling moody or losing interest in activities that once brought

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Navigating Imposter Syndrome as a Minority: Understanding the Challenges and Strategies for Overcoming Anxiety
Depression and Anxiety

Navigating Imposter Syndrome as a Minority: Understanding the Challenges and Strategies for Overcoming Anxiety

Witnessing firsthand the profound impact that imposter syndrome can have on individuals, particularly among minorities is a very impactful experience. Imposter syndrome, characterized by feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy despite evident success, is a pervasive phenomenon that can undermine one’s confidence and sense of self-worth. When experienced within the context of being a minority, imposter

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Nurturing the New: Prioritizing Mental Health in Postpartum Pregnancy
Depression and Anxiety

Prioritizing Mental Health in Postpartum Pregnancy

Nurturing the New: Prioritizing Mental Health in Postpartum Pregnancy. The birth of a baby is an event, filled with happiness, love and the hope for a start. However, amidst the joy there can be another side to the story. Many new moms struggle with a mix of emotions. Tiredness, worry and sometimes even feelings of

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motherhood
Motherhood and Mental Health

6 Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders in Motherhood

The journey to parenthood is often portrayed as a time of joy and excitement, but for many individuals, it can also be marked by feelings of anxiety, sadness, and overwhelm. Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are a group of mental health conditions that can affect individuals during pregnancy and up to one year postpartum.

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women friendships
Depression and Anxiety

Understanding People-Pleasing Tendencies in Friendships

Friendships are invaluable relationships that bring joy, support, and companionship into our lives. However, like any relationship, friendships can be influenced by various dynamics, including people-pleasing tendencies. Understanding these tendencies within the context of friendships is essential for fostering healthy and fulfilling connections. People-pleasing tendencies in friendships often stem from a desire to maintain harmony

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postpartum moms and relationship struggles with spouses.
Motherhood and Mental Health

Navigating Postpartum Anxiety: Understanding its Impact on Marriage

As a therapist specializing in women’s mental health, I’ve seen firsthand the profound impact postpartum anxiety can have on both individuals and their relationships. While welcoming a new life into the world is undeniably joyous, it can also bring in a wave of emotions, including anxiety, that can strain even the strongest of marriages. Today,

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Depression and Anxiety

Challenging Mental Health Misconceptions and Stigmas

Imagine the misfortune of living with mental illness in Salem, Massachusetts during the late 1600’s — you would likely be accused of witchcraft and executed. Or in Bedlam in the 18th and 19th centuries – you would possibly be put on display for public entertainment. Or in a number of countries that supported eugenics in

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Depression and Anxiety

Snapping Out Of A Bad Mood: 10-Step Guide

Have you ever found yourself in a bad mood, but you don’t know why? Or maybe you know exactly why you’re in a bad mood, but you’re having a hard time shaking it. We have all been there. Everyone experiences bad moods from time to time — it’s an inevitable part of the human experience.

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Depression and Anxiety

How Do You Cope With Difficult Situations?

Defense mechanisms are your personal mental security detail. They are employed to protect your mind from threats and harm. Picture them like the secret service and your brain is the president—they blend in almost unnoticed, pacing around and checking for potential threats, ready to jump in front of the proverbial bullet when necessary. Defense mechanisms are automatic, instinctual responses that are

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Depression and Anxiety

Thinking About Starting Therapy?

Therapy. What are your thoughts on it? Positive? Uncertain? Neutral? Curious? Therapy and mental health are becoming less of a taboo subject and much more widely embraced as another necessary component of overall wellness. Perhaps if you have never tried therapy, you have questions about the process. Starting therapy can be an intimidating experience for

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