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Addressing Inequality in Mental Health Care
ArticlesAuthor: Toriann Clarke
Mental health care should be a place of healing, safety, and empowerment. But for many individuals, especially those from marginalized communities, the system is anything but equitable. Access, quality, and outcomes…
Masking in Autism: What It Is and Why It Matters
ArticlesAuthor: Sarah Wittman
April is Autism Acceptance month which celebrates and honors the unique experiences and identities of individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Autism is a complex, lifelong developmental condition…
The 3 C’s to Success in Any Relationship
ArticlesAuthor: Faith D. Gordon-Mazur, MA, LPC, NCC
For the past several years, I’ve had the privilege of overseeing the Center of Excellence for Couples Counseling at Equilibria. Since joining the practice in 2009, I’ve worked closely with couples,…
Burnout vs. Depression and When to Seek Support
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones
Understanding Work Burnout
Burnout is a form of chronic work stress defined by the World Health Organization as “feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion; increased mental distance from one’s job,…
How Caregivers Can Support Teens to Better Manage School Burnout
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones
Understanding Teen Burnout
Adolescent academic burnout, characterized by fatigue or exhaustion, lack of motivation, apathy, irritability and anxiety can be experienced at various points throughout the year.…
How to Find Balance Between Work and Life
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones
Finding the balance between work and life can be an exhausting balancing act in today’s fast paced world. We are immersed in grind culture, with never-ending to-do lists, and the constant pressure to “be…
5 Tips for Maintaining Mental Health at Work
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones
Work can be stressful, but prioritizing your mental health helps you remain present, flexible, and capable. It can be easy to become overwhelmed by a never-ending workload, so finding ways to preserve inner…
How to Handle Conflict Without Sacrificing Your Mental Health
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones
Conflict is a natural part of life, whether in relationships, at work, or within our own families. Although disagreements can be stressful, avoiding them altogether can create more issues and increase…
5 Facts to Better Understand the Neuroscience of Addiction
ArticlesAuthor: Sam DeFilippo, MS, LPC, NCC, CAADC
There are several theories on how to define addiction; some state that addiction is a “brain disease” while others consider it a “moral failing”. Addiction is a complex issue that…
How to Overcome Obstacles to Your Mental Health Goals
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones
Setting mental health goals is an essential step toward achieving emotional well-being, but the journey isn’t always smooth. Life’s challenges, both internal and external, can make progress difficult. Understanding…
How to Stay Mentally Balanced Throughout the Year
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones
Maintaining mental balance throughout the year requires intentional effort and flexible strategies. As life’s demands shift with seasons and circumstances, the following approaches can help you sustain emotional…
Radical Body Acceptance: The Importance of Accepting Our Bodies As They Are
ArticlesAuthor: Sarah Wittman
Since the explosion of social media, people of all ages find themselves constantly taking in airbrushed images, heavily filtered photos, and unrealistic body expectations. Now, more than ever, the idea of radical…
