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Overcoming Anticipatory Anxiety

How many times in your life has the thought of a potential future caused you problems in the here and now? Or maybe a troubling hypothetical has caused you to…

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What is Gaslighting?

Gaslighting, named word of the year in 2022, is a serious issue in which one person manipulates another into questioning their own reality. The word “gaslight” originated from the movie…

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5 tips to Manage Holiday Stress

Why are holidays so stressful? 45% of Americans report feeling stressed about their mental health during the holiday season. While the winter holidays and their traditions can certainly bring joy,…

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Working with the Inner Critic

Learn how to work with your inner critic and build up your inner champion. Meet the Inner Critic Have you ever been excited about a new venture? Perhaps you have…

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Functional vs Dysfunctional Anxiety

Why do we have anxiety? As humans, we are hardwired to experience emotions. While we like to think we are driven by reason, our limbic system (emotional brain) kicks on…

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What is Exposure Therapy?

Exposure Therapy is a type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) used in talk therapy to treat people struggling with fear or anxiety.  Exposure therapy can be used to treat the…

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Why is My Anxiety Worse at Night?

What is anxiety? Anxiety usually involves both frequent worry and uncomfortable physical symptoms. Worry is associated with a feeling of impending doom, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and difficulty sleeping. The physical…

3 life changing benefits of mindfulness

3 Life-Changing Benefits of Mindfulness

What is mindfulness exactly? It’s a state of open awareness and acceptance of whatever is going on for you internally and externally in the present moment. Some people tend to…