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The Power of Journaling for Mental Health

June 3, 2025/in Individual Therapy

While there are many ways to improve mental health, one simple yet powerful tool stands out, and that’s journaling. Here’s how it can help!

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Why You Feel Nighttime Anxiety (and What You Can Do About It)

May 27, 2025/in Life Outside the Office

Do you experience nighttime anxiety? You’re not alone. Discover why, and what you can do to get a restful night of sleep.

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Embracing Change: How to Maintain Friendships Through Life Phases 

May 22, 2025/in Life Outside the Office

It can be tricky but not impossible to maintain friendships through different life stages. Here are some things to keep in mind.

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Misophonia: When Everyday Sounds Trigger Emotional Responses

May 20, 2025/in Life Outside the Office

Misophonia can be frustrating, but there are several strategies that can help you manage your symptoms and lower your distress toward sounds.

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Orthorexia: When Healthy Eating Becomes an Obsession

May 13, 2025/in Individual Therapy

Orthorexia can have serious physical, emotional, and social consequences. Here’s what to do when healthy eating has become an obsession.

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The Great Debate: Hobbies vs. the Side Hustle

May 9, 2025/in Life Outside the Office

Do you have to turn your hobbies into a new business? Here are some pros and cons of monetizing your hobbies via a side hustle.

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Navigating the Challenges of OCD: How to Manage Intrusive Thoughts

May 6, 2025/in Individual Therapy

Breaking free from the grip of OCD starts with learning how to respond to intrusive thoughts in ways that weaken their hold.

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Mindfulness Practices for Managing Daily Stress

April 29, 2025/in Individual Therapy

Mindfulness practices provide effective tools to help you handle daily stress and create calmness in your everyday life.

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Therapist Spotlight: An Interview with Adult Therapist Clara Gay 2.0

April 22, 2025/in Therapist Spotlight

DK Therapy is growing! Learn more about DK Therapy clinician and adulttherapist Clara Gay, LSW in the rest of her interview.

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Therapist Spotlight: Interviewing Adult Therapist Clara Gay

April 15, 2025/in Therapist Spotlight

DK Therapy is growing! Learn more about DK Therapy clinician and adult therapist Clara Gay, LSW in this interview.

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