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Most of us present different sides of ourselves depending on the situation. We generally would not make jokes or use curse words in a corporate boardroom, just as we would likely not show our buttoned-up, professional side at home with loved ones.
When does adaptation turn into disconnection? When does the “False Self” become unhealthy?
Therapy is not a shortcut; it is a relationship, a process, and in many cases, a confrontation with parts of yourself you have spent years avoiding.
If it feels like it isn’t “working,” the question isn’t who is to blame—it’s whether factors like the match, the style, and the timing are aligned with the person you are becoming. Here is how to audit your clinical journey.
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High performers are often the leaders in their field, and have had success overcoming the common psychological reasons keeping people from setting big goals and following their dreams (See How to Set Unrealistic Goals). They have the admiration, validation and respect from the people around them, so they must be
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Talking about the stuff we all think about but rarely share aloud.
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At some point in their therapeutic journey, many clients ask me, “Why do I still feel like this?” and “When will it get better?” In this article, I will combine experience and research to explore how emotions impact therapeutic progress and what it means to navigate your personal journey.
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This article explores the mental health needs of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI), shedding light on unique challenges such as cultural expectations, stigma, and barriers to care. It offers insight into the cultural factors that shape mental health experiences and provides strategies for improving access to care, fostering healing, and reducing stigma in the AAPI community.
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Recognizing the power of asking for help is a transformative step in improving mental health and well-being. In this blog post, we explore how seeking support—whether through therapy, friends, or family—can alleviate emotional burdens and foster personal growth.
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Addiction is more than drugs and alcohol, and includes food, codependency, self sabotage, perfectionism, self harm, and more. This is how you can break free from your addictive cycle and find healthier ways to cope with life.
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