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Acedia: An Ancient Term for Existential Emptiness

October 7, 2025/in Life Outside the Office

Acedia describes a profound sense of detachment, or a lack of purpose or connection. Here’s what you should know.

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What is Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) and How Does It Differ from PTSD?

September 30, 2025/in Individual Therapy

Complex PTSD develops in response to chronic, prolonged exposure to trauma, often during childhood. Here’s how it differs from PTSD.

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Should I Fire My Therapist? How to Evaluate Therapist Fit

September 23, 2025/in Individual Therapy

If you’re wondering if it’s time to fire your therapist, here are some things to consider about evaluating your therapist fit.

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How to Talk to Your Teen About Therapy Without Making It a Big Deal

September 19, 2025/in Individual Therapy

Here’s how to talk to your teen about therapy without making it a big deal, but still showing care, support, and understanding.

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The Imaginary Conversations in Your Head Known as Jouska

September 16, 2025/in Life Outside the Office

If you’ve had an imaginary conversation in your head, you have experienced what’s known as jouska. Here’s what you should know about it.

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How Your Environment Affects Your Mental Health

September 9, 2025/in Life Outside the Office

Being aware of how your environment affects your mental health can make it easier to create spaces that support rest and healing.

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  • A Black woman at desk looking at a computer in front of a painted wall, looking stressed.
    High-Functioning Anxiety: The Quiet Struggle No One Talks AboutAugust 28, 2026 - 2:20 pm
  • A white therapist sitting across from a Black patient in a therapy office.
    In-Person vs Online Therapy in Chicago: Which Is Right for You?August 26, 2026 - 5:44 pm
  • A man in a field at dawn holding a lantern.
    Nodus Tollens: The Feeling That Your Life No Longer Makes SenseAugust 14, 2026 - 5:38 pm
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    How Sleep Deprivation Affects Teenage Mental HealthAugust 12, 2026 - 1:42 pm
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    Why Some People Develop Depersonalization & Derealization DisordersJuly 31, 2026 - 9:49 pm

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