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Brittany Harp Brittany Harp

Nurturing Self-Esteem in LGBTQ+ Teens: A Guide for Parents

Parenting plays a crucial role in shaping a child's self-esteem, and this is particularly important for LGBTQ+ teens who may face unique challenges in their journey of self-discovery and acceptance. Building self-esteem in LGBTQ+ teens requires creating a supportive, inclusive environment that celebrates their identity.

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Brittany Harp Brittany Harp

6 Romantic Spots to Reconnect in Dallas, TX

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Finding time to connect with your partner can be difficult between work, social obligations, and other responsibilities. Unfortunately, neglecting your relationship can lead to feelings of disconnection, frustration, and even resentment.

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Brittany Harp Brittany Harp

Debunking Depression: Unraveling Myths and Embracing Facts

Depression affects millions of people worldwide. Unfortunately, several myths and misconceptions perpetuate stigma and lead to misunderstanding. In this blog post, we will delve into the myths surrounding depression and present the facts that can help us better comprehend what depression really is.

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Jordan Richardson , MA LPC-A Jordan Richardson , MA LPC-A

5 Tips for Supporting Your Teen in Crisis

As a parent one of the scariest things to navigate through is a crisis with one of your kids. It can be an overwhelming and draining experience. When your teenager is talking about self-harm, suicide, or difficulties with substances, it is easy to enter into panic as a parent.

Here are five things to do when trying to support your teenager through a crisis.

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Drew Richard, LMFT-A Drew Richard, LMFT-A

9 Spots for Parents to Practice Self Care in Birmingham, AL

As parents, we can push our emotional and social needs to the side in order to meet the needs of our kids. Self-care is really important for not only taking care of you, but also to be able to meet other responsibilities. Check out these 9 spots in Birmingham, Alabama where you can focus on you.

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Rachel Innerarity, MA LPC Rachel Innerarity, MA LPC

Finding Calm in the Chaos: Tips for Managing Stress in Your Relationship

Living in today’s world goes hand-in-hand with living with a certain level of stress. In the context of a romantic relationship, stress can impact how you relate to your partner, how connected you feel to one another, and overall relationship satisfaction.

Your relationship should be a sanctuary from all life’s stressors, and in fact, it can be. If you feel that your threshold for stress tolerance has long been surpassed then you may benefit from what the Gottman Institute calls a “Stress-Reducing Conversation.”

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Addressing Communication Issues in Couples Therapy: Techniques for Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution in Relationships

Couples can seek couples therapy for many reasons, but one of the most common is to improve communication. Without effective communication, it can be more difficult to resolve conflicts. But also improve your relationship. Having the strategies and techniques to effectively communicate is a key component of couples therapy. In this blog, we will explore some communication techniques that can help improve your relationship.

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Jordan Richardson , MA LPC-A Jordan Richardson , MA LPC-A

SAD: When the weather and winter get you down

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons, however there are some great tools that can help get you through!

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Alexis Wade, MA LPC Alexis Wade, MA LPC

Teenagers: Under Pressure

Teens are experiencing higher levels of anxiety and depression due to the pressures of life.

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Brittany Harp Brittany Harp

Managing Anxiety and Depression in Adolescence: The Importance of Self-Care and Seeking Professional Help

As a parent, seeing your adolescent struggle can really be difficult. You want them to live well and be happy, but sometimes life throws them a curveball. Unfortunately, anxiety and depression are quite common in adolescents, but knowing the signs of these mental health struggles can help you determine when your adolescent might need some extra support.

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Tereza Sampululu, MC LPA Tereza Sampululu, MC LPA

6 Signs of an Abusive Relationship

Domestic Violence can happen in any relationship regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, socioeconomic status, nationality or religion—basically no one is immune to it.

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