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This week is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (#NEDAwareness). Each year the goal is to shine the spotlight on eating disorders by educating the public, spreading a message of hope, and putting lifesaving resources into the hands of those in need.

Here is just a glimpse of what someone w...

Ever hear of Toxic Positivity?

It's a phrase that's catching a lot of attention and prompting polarized reactions. Some people read the two words and immediately relate to the concept it implies. Others see it and don’t think the word “toxic" belongs anywhere near positivity.

No matter what s...

What happens when our thoughts or feelings begin to rule our life? Is there a way to reduce the intensity or change the impact of these experiences? Yes! Through a technique called defusion (sometimes referred to as cognitive defusion).

Our inner experiences can become the filter by which we see...

Today is MLK Day. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had a lot to say about love and I think this is because he knew that love is the pathway to a healthy community.


Love is such a powerful and important factor in relationships. Research has shown that approaching people with certain skills can actual...

Don’t be emotionally manipulated by a gaslighter. Here are some things to say in response to gaslighting statements.

Pro Tip: When practicing these statements, be mindful of the way the message is conveyed. Being able to communicate in an assertive (calm & confident) manner can make a big differ...

Is it possible for anxiety to cause skin problems, blurred vision, and sexual dysfunction? Yes! Quite simply, it can do all of that and more.

Though many assume anxiety is something that only affects the mind, you might be surprised to learn about the physical symptoms that can come with it.

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Gaslighting is oftentimes difficult to identify given its insidious nature. It typically begins very subtly by having another person “correct” your thinking, contradict your statements, or invalidate/dismiss your emotions. This continues happening until you are gradually questioning or doubting y...

Family get-togethers amidst this dumpster fire 🔥 of a year are uhh-- interesting. And some of us are gonna need powerful coping skills to effectively navigate the nuances of it all. Dr. Jen Sincore Gallagher put some tips and strategies together in this blog post to help if feel more tolerable. ...

The question: “Have you ever considered therapy?” is not an insult!  Mental illness awareness is so important and so often shrouded in misunderstanding.

This year’s theme of Mental Illness Awareness Week is a special opportunity to give voice to those whose experiences are often misunderstood: ...