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Orthorexia Nervosa: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Treatment Strategies

By Katie Bendel - LCSW | December 17, 2024

Orthorexia Nervosa: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Treatment Strategies Orthorexia nervosa symptoms, such as an obsessive focus on eating “clean” or “healthy” foods, can significantly impact…

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The Effects of Cyberbullying on Children’s Mental Health

By Sara Blevins-Ranes, MA, LPC, ATR | December 6, 2024

The Impacts of Cyberbullying on Children’s Mental Health According to a Stanford study, children typically receive their first cell phones between 10.7 and 12.5 years of…

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Chronic Illness and Mental Health — A Guide for Clinicians

By Kaylee Kron, LMSW | November 27, 2024

The Impact of Chronic Illness on Mental Health – A Guide for Clinicians The onset and formal diagnosis of a chronic illness undoubtedly brings about…

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Navigating the Challenges of Treating Co-Occurring Disorders

By Lindsay Rutter, MA, NCC, LPC | November 21, 2024

Navigating the Challenges of Treating Co-Occurring Disorders An individual who has both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder (SUD) is said to…

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The Long-Term Effects of Bullying on Mental Health: What Therapists Should Know

By Lindsay Rutter, MA, NCC, LPC | November 13, 2024

The Long-Term Effects of Bullying on Mental Health: What Therapists Should Know Bullying has long been a crisis for many children and young adults. Research…

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A Behavioral Health Clinician’s Guide to the Kids Online Safety Act

By Sara Blevins-Ranes, MA, LPC, ATR | November 6, 2024

A Behavioral Health Clinician’s Guide to the Kids Online Safety Act Many parents are concerned about their children’s online safety. The internet can be a…

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A Clinician’s Guide to Understanding the Companioning Model of Grief

By Kaylee Kron, LMSW | October 30, 2024

A Clinician’s Guide to Understanding the Companioning Model of Grief Grief is a deeply personal experience, which presents uniquely, not only from one person to…

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Social Determinants of Health and Substance Abuse: Understanding the Intersection

By Eric Patterson | MSCP, NCC, LPC | October 24, 2024

Social Determinants of Health and Substance Abuse: Understanding the Intersection Social determinants of health (SDOH) significantly influence substance abuse patterns and outcomes. For behavioral health…

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How to Build an Inclusive Mental Health Practice

By Rebecca Eyre, LMHC | October 15, 2024

How to Build an Inclusive Mental Health Practice An inclusive mental health practice is committed to providing accessible, affirming, safe, and equitable mental health care…

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Tips for Conducting a Strength Based Assessment in Mental Health Treatment

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | October 7, 2024

Tips for Conducting a Strength-Based Assessment in Mental Health Treatment Strength-based assessment is a therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying an individual’s unique strengths. By…

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Understanding Narcissistic Abuse Tactics in Intimate Partner Violence

By Kaylee Kron, LMSW | September 24, 2024

Understanding Narcissistic Abuse Tactics in Intimate Partner Violence Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) affects millions, leaving victims-41% of women and 26% of men-feeling unsafe in relationships…

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Telehealth and Virtual Addiction Treatment

By Eric Patterson | MSCP, NCC, LPC | September 10, 2024

Telehealth and Virtual Addiction Treatment: Transforming Therapeutic Practices Toward Evidence-Based, Ethical, and Legal Care The world of online and virtual therapy has been growing and…

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Trauma-Informed Therapy Techniques That Build Trust & Safety

By Kaylee Kron, LMSW | September 6, 2024

Trauma Informed Therapy Techniques: A Clinician’s Guide to Healing Practices Trauma informed therapy techniques provide clinicians with the framework and tools to help clients process…

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Exploring Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy for Treatment-Resistant Disorders

By Lindsay Rutter, MA, NCC, LPC | August 29, 2024

Exploring Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy for Treatment-Resistant Disorders If you’re a clinician or mental health professional, you understand the challenges of treatment-resistant depression, anxiety…

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Bridging the Gap: Addressing Sexual Desire Discrepancy in Couples Therapy

By Lindsay Rutter, MA, NCC, LPC | August 16, 2024

Bridging the Gap: Addressing Sexual Desire Discrepancy in Couples Therapy Couples seek therapy for various reasons, including emotional disconnection, infidelity, poor communication and financial challenges.…

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