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Motherhood and Identity Loss: Finding Yourself Again
Gabrielle Moskovitz Gabrielle Moskovitz

Motherhood and Identity Loss: Finding Yourself Again

No one tells you that becoming a mother might mean losing sight of who you are. Alongside love and joy, there is often grief, confusion, and a deep questioning of identity. If you find yourself saying “I don’t know who I am anymore,” keep reading to learn tips for finding yourself from a maternal mental health therapist.

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5 Therapist-Approved ADHD Hacks That Actually Work for Adults
Nicole Ivelevitch Nicole Ivelevitch

5 Therapist-Approved ADHD Hacks That Actually Work for Adults

Managing ADHD as an adult can feel like a constant game of catch-up—whether it's forgetting appointments, procrastinating on simple tasks, or struggling to finish what you start. The good news? With the right strategies, living with ADHD doesn’t have to mean chaos. Keep reading for 5 therapist-approved hacks that actually work for adults with ADHD.

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Insight, Not Indoctrination: What Therapy Should Actually Do
Max Kirshblum Max Kirshblum

Insight, Not Indoctrination: What Therapy Should Actually Do

Therapy has become a mainstream part of life. More people than ever—especially teens and young adults—are seeking help for their mental and emotional struggles. That’s a good thing. But as therapy culture grows, so does confusion about what therapy is actually meant to do.

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Four Misconceptions About Trauma
Max Kirshblum Max Kirshblum

Four Misconceptions About Trauma

Trauma is often misunderstood, even by those who experience it. While mental health awareness has grown, certain misconceptions persist, preventing individuals from seeking help or fully understanding their struggles. The following are four of the most common and damaging misconceptions I’ve come across recently in regards to trauma. Hopefully by speaking about them, it will help limit the number of people getting stuck in pain instead of moving toward healing.

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What is Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)?
Nicole Ivelevitch Nicole Ivelevitch

What is Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)?

If you've ever struggled with trauma, anxiety, or distressing memories, you may have heard of various therapeutic approaches designed to help people heal. One such method gaining recognition is Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). But what exactly is ART, and how does it work?

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How Do I Stop Being a Perfectionist?
Nicole McQueen Nicole McQueen

How Do I Stop Being a Perfectionist?

Striving to do your best is great—but are your high expectations keeping you from fully enjoying life? Keep reading to learn how to recognize harmful perfectionism and discover strategies to overcome its negative consequences.

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