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The Power of Peer Support: How Teens Can Help Each Other with Mental Health

July 22, 2025/in Life Outside the Office

Peer support can reduce feelings of isolation in teens, as well as boost self-esteem, and encourage more help-seeking behaviors.

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Exploring Dyscalculia: The Emotional Toll of Math-Related Learning Disabilities

July 8, 2025/in Life Outside the Office

Dyscalculia is a learning disability that affects the ability to understand numbers, grasp mathematical concepts, and perform calculations.

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Digital Detox or Digital Redesign? How to Find a Healthy Relationship with Technology

July 1, 2025/in Life Outside the Office

If you’re overwhelmed by being online, you may have considered a digital detox. But a more sustainable approach could be a digital redesign.

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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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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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