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Know Your Psychological Blind Spot

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This is an uneasy time. Things feel unsettled. Ideas we believed in based on information we thought was correct are being questioned, debated and sometimes debunked on a daily basis. Since the beginning of life on this planet, change has … Read More

Understanding Mental Illnesses, Suicide

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In the wake of Robin Williams’ tragic death, and in preparation for International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, I have been engaged in a number of personal and professional discussions regarding the nature of suicide and the view some have … Read More

Navigating the Process of Grieving

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Maybe this sounds dark, but I’ve been thinking about grief lately. A lot. Grief is such a complex experience. I know of its complexities both professionally and personally. I am fairly certain the reason I am contemplating grief more than … Read More

Step Away from Old “Stories”

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This is a time of personal reflection. The ending of one year and the beginning of another prompts many of us to review where we’ve been and where we’re going. If you are undertaking such a task, I invite you … Read More

Finding Mental Health Providers

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Navigating mental health services in the CSRA can be a little tricky, especially if you have never used a counselor or psychiatrist before. Most likely you are already sad and nervous because you are the one struggling, or you are … Read More

Bodies Need Help With Anxiety

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Anxiety at its best keeps us out of harm’s way. Anxiety at its worst keeps us in a kind of psychological prison. Anxiety is necessary to our survival as human beings. It alerts us to danger and equips us for … Read More

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