Author: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities encompass a diverse array of cultures, languages, and traditions. Yet, beneath this diversity lies a common thread: a pervasive mental health crisis often veiled in silence. Despite comparable or higher rates of mental health issues compared to other racial groups, AAPI individuals are significantly less […]
Author: Emma Sadler, LPC Grief is a natural response to a loss or death. However, the experience of grief following an abortion remains a complex and often under-discussed and under-researched phenomenon. How does abortion impact the person who was pregnant? How does abortion impact the partner? The Guttmacher Institute found that in the USA, there […]
Program Description: This is a training series aimed to provide a broad overview of eating disorders and the corresponding front line evidence-based treatment model for adults. The first portion of this series will focus on the introduction to eating disorders, including prevalence, assessment, diagnosis, presentation, etiology, and impact. The second portion of the series will […]
Author: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones Mental health is more than just an individual experience, it is deeply influenced by social, cultural, and political factors. One key framework that helps explain these layered influences is intersectionality, a term coined by legal scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw. Intersectionality refers to how different aspects of a person’s identity, such as race, gender, […]
Author: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones Rock climbing is a sport celebrated for its mental focus, physical challenge, and the deep sense of community it often fosters. But behind the adrenaline and achievement, there’s a growing awareness of a quieter struggle: the prevalence of disordered eating and body image concerns within the climbing community. While climbing can promote […]
Author: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones The concept of “Hot Girl Summer,” which originated from rapper Megan Thee Stallion’s 2019 song, is often seen as a celebration of confidence, freedom, and self-expression, particularly in relation to women embracing their bodies and enjoying their lives. However, some argue that the idea of a “Hot Girl Summer” can be more […]
Let’s Celebrate Lifestyle Medicine Week 2025! Author: Erika Kawamura Lifestyle Medicine Week 2025 is going on now, from May 18th-May 24th! Let’s use Day 1 to familiarize ourselves with Lifestyle Medicine and to set 1 intention for each of the pillars below. Then, devote each day to 1 pillar and practice that intention for that […]
What is it? This group will be run by a licensed therapist who is trained in Perinatal Mental Health. Topics will include coping with Postpartum Anxiety and Depression, Communication between partners and Navigating self care as a new parent. When is it? Mondays from 7:00 to 8:00pm July 14th, July 21st, July 28th, August 4th […]
Author: Jonathan Mauger Since the release of Pong on the Magnavox Odyssey in 1972, home video games have become an ever-growing presence in the lives of children, adolescents, and teens. The Entertainment Software Association estimates that in 2023, 76% of children under the age of 18 play video games. As tablets, phones, and consoles continue […]
Author: 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, and more recently, I’ve been supporting, supervising, and consulting with other clinicians who share this passion for […]
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