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Archive for category: Life Outside the Office

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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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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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Self-Care for Busy People: Simple Strategies for Taking Care of Your Mental Health

May 16, 2023/in Individual Therapy, Life Outside the Office

Self Care is often something last on our minds. Here are some tips on how to incorporate self-care into your busy life.

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How to Support a Partner with ADHD

January 26, 2023/in Couples Therapy, Life Outside the Office

Living with a partner who has ADHD can be difficult at times, especially if you don’t know how to properly support them through your relationship while still focusing on yourself. Take a look at some tips for supporting a partner with ADHD and how to work through their ADHD symptoms together.

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5 Tips for Creating a Healthy At-Home Work Environment 

January 20, 2023/in From the Therapist's Chair, Individual Therapy, Life Outside the Office

Working from home is great if you remember to keep your mental health in mind! Here are five essential tips for working from home

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Therapist Spotlight: An Interview with Claudia Hernandez

October 19, 2022/in From the Therapist's Chair, Life Outside the Office, Therapist Spotlight

Claudia Hernandez is in the spotlight sharing what brought her to the therapy profession, what challenges her clients face and more.

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Therapist Spotlight: Interview 2.0 with Dana Norden

October 10, 2022/in From the Therapist's Chair, Life Outside the Office, Therapist Spotlight

Dana Norden is in the spotlight again talking about challenges her clients face and her favorite self-care activities.

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Therapist Spotlight: An Interview with Joslyn

Therapist Spotlight: An Interview with Joslyn 2.0

August 27, 2019/in From the Therapist's Chair, Life Outside the Office, Therapist Spotlight

Joslyn Meissner is in the spotlight again sharing what challenges her clients face, her favorite self-care activities and more.

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Adriane Spotlight Interview

Therapist Spotlight: A Second Interview with Adriane Barton

August 22, 2019/in From the Therapist's Chair, Life Outside the Office, Therapist Spotlight

Adriane Barton is back in the spotlight sharing what challenges her clients face, what a therapy session is like with her, and her self-care activities.

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