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What to Do When Your Therapist Is on Vacation

It’s completely normal to feel a ripple of anxiety, or even frustration, when you hear your therapist is taking some time off. Therapy can become a grounding part of your weekly rhythm. So when that routine shifts, you may suddenly feel untethered.
If you’re struggling between sessions or during therapist vacations, please know you’re not alone. With preparation, support, and self-compassion, you can stay connected to your healing, even when your therapist is away.

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Setting Goals for Yourself in the New Year: A Gentle, Intentional Approach

Resolutions often set us up for failure. Goals set us up for success. January often brings pressure to make resolutions and big promises or strict plans to “fix” yourself. Starting the new year with clear, achievable goals for yourself can set a positive tone and create momentum for growth, self-care, and fulfillment throughout the year.

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Using Your Out-Of-Network (OON) Benefits: A Guide for Clients

Navigating insurance doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With a little guidance, you can make your therapy sessions more accessible and ensure you’re using your benefits to support your mental health.

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Using HSA and FSA Accounts to Pay for Therapy

Therapy is an investment in your mental health, and many clients can make it more affordable by using Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). Here’s what you need to know if you wish to pay for therapy this way:

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Holiday Family Stress: A Guide To Staying Grounded

The holidays can bring warmth and connection, but they often also bring heighten stress, anxiety, and old family patterns. Feeling tense before gatherings is common. From a systems perspective, the holidays can reactivate familiar roles and expectations that make it hard to stay grounded.

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An AI Chatbot Isn’t Your Therapist And That’s Actually Really Important

Let’s be honest, when you’re stressed, overwhelmed, or awake at 1 a.m. with your thoughts spiraling, turning to an AI chatbot can feel like the easiest thing in the world. It’s quick, it’s always there, and it never seems to judge. But here’s the truth, and the part that’s important to remember: An AI Chatbot is not a Licensed therapist, and it doesn’t play by the same safety, privacy, or ethical rules that Licensed Therapists do. And that matters, especially when you’re sharing really personal things about yourself and your life.

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