Like with all relationships, your time with your therapist may come to an end. It can be hard to rationalize, especially since your therapist is probably the person you would go to for a breakup. However, sometimes it is for the best. It can be difficult to end the relationship, but sometimes it means cutting off something that...
We are constantly coming across this idea of believing in ourselves and what that means. We believe that we can ace that test or nail that presentation. It is easier to believe in ourselves when it comes to smaller, less scary tasks. However, even though we cannot be superheroes flying through the air or all marry into a royal family, we can believ...
Stress is something we will all encounter in our day-to-day lives. However, when an emotional response to extreme stress or a disturbing event is so strong it impairs someone's ability to cope, this is a form of trauma. While trauma does not always result in developing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), it is important to un...
Bipolar disorder is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. It is estimated that every year 5.7 million Americans are struggling with the disorder (about 2.6% of adults). Typically, individuals are diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder between the ages of 18-29, then 30-44, and finally, 45-59. Although more commo...
What is Mental Health Actually? There is a misconception that mental health is the absence of mental illness. This could not be further from the truth. Mental health is your psychological and emotional well-being. When your mental health is doing well, you feel positively-relatively happy, healthy. Your menta...
When we are talking about psychedelic therapy, we are referring to the use of psilocybin. Psilocybin is the main drug researchers are interested in as it carries less cultural baggage than LSD, so participants are more willing to work with it.The FDA has recently approved a small number of clinical trials for Psilocybin.Although these r...
When you start your journey with therapy, it can feel daunting. The most common questions involve how often one should go, and how effective the practice actually is. However, the frequency of your therapy sessions is specific to you and your needs. Typically, once a week is standard, especially in the beginning of your journey....
So, you are ready to start your journey with therapy! Luckily, there is an excess of talented, qualified mental health professionals. The question is, who is the perfect fit for you? We have the privilege to choose and you should not take this choice lightly. The task becomes finding someone who matches your needs, health insura...
Therapy is a journey full of trial and error, but can be the most rewarding process you can subscribe to. If you have decided you want to begin attending therapy, but are unsure how to get started, you have come to the right place! The most difficult part of this process is coming to the decision to look for a therapist, and now that you have that...
We are all aware of the devastating effects of COVID-19, but how about the impact it is having on our mental health? While the loneliness and isolation can feel overwhelming, COVID-19 has forced us to pay more attention to our mental health. However, the constant feeling of uncertainty and grief has led to a 20% uptick in prescriptions for anti-anx...
