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What to Look for in a Private Practice
Not all private practices are created equal. If you're a therapist looking for a team that gets it, you’ve probably seen both extremes: Rigid agency-style setups with overwork, low pay, and no say in how you practice Or the burnout that comes from drowning in the...
Does Your Family Need Healing?: A Quick Guide to Ecosystemic Family Therapy (ESFT)
What Is Ecosystemic Family Therapy? Ecosystemic Family Therapy is a way of helping kids and teens by working with the people and environments that shape their lives. Instead of focusing only on the child, this approach brings in parents, schools, and other supports to...
What’s Actually Important When Choosing a Practice to Join?
When you’re looking to join forces with a practice that respects your autonomy — whether it’s your first post-licensure role or a move away from burnout — it’s easy to focus on surface details: hourly rates, office space, or how many referrals they promise. But those...
Private Practice vs. Agency Work: Pros, Cons, and What to Consider
Whether you're newly licensed or rethinking your current role, you might find yourself comparing agency work with private practice. Both paths offer real benefits — and real challenges. What matters most is which model fits you best right now. This guide will help you...
Helping in the Law Enforcement Selection Process
-Anthony Tzoumas, Ph.D. Psychologists play a crucial role in conducting conditional employment psychological evaluations for candidates applying for law enforcement roles in Texas. The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and State law require that a qualified...
Choosing to be Grateful: Finding the Positive Amid Negativity & Conflict
We’re living in uncertain times. Our world often seems dark, dangerous, and difficult. Needless to say, it’s not always easy choose to be grateful and to find the positive amid negativity and conflict. But, gratitude can go a long way. There are still plenty of good...
Living with Apprehension Tension? Tips for Coping with Uncertainty.
To say we’re living in uncertain times would be an understatement. From pandemics and wars to social unrest and economic struggles, it seems no matter where you look there’s something to worry about that makes our future seem filled with uncertainty. So, it should...
How Nature Soothes Us
Being out in nature is one of the best ways to destress and manage your mental health. Multiple studies have showcased the healing benefits of nature. It reduces stress, improves your mood, and can help with issues like depression and anxiety. If there was one...
Could You be a Compulsive Shopper?
What is compulsive shopping? It’s not uncommon to treat yourself to a shopping trip every now and then. You might even feel a burst of happiness when you make a purchase, or you’re able to get something you really want. The idea of ‘retail therapy’ is really something...
Body Image: Loving the Skin You’re In
Body image is more than just body positivity and focusing on loving your appearance. An important part of body image goes much deeper. There’s nothing wrong with loving the way you look. When you see yourself in a mirror, you should be confident in your appearance and...
Managing Emotional Burnout
You’ve probably heard of getting burnt out by things like work or extra responsibilities. But, have you ever heard of emotional burnout? It’s more common than you might think and occurs when what's draining you is more than what you are “depositing” into your overall...
Satisfying Ways to Match Your Self-Care to Your Love Language
Most people have at least heard of popular book "The 5 Love Languages" by Gary Chapman, even if you’re not sure what all of them are. Love languages are most commonly used when it comes to dealing with your relationship, but did you know you can also link your love...
Learning to “Practice the Pause”
There’s no denying that we live in a busy, hectic society that rarely slows down to take a pause. It’s easy to fall into the pressure “trap” of trying to always be "productive" or packing your schedule too full. Unfortunately, that’s become the norm for far too many...
Is Your Partner Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder? Here’s How to Help
You’ve likely heard about “the winter blues ” or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). You probably know that many people are deeply affected by the shift from warmer weather to the dark days of winter. The change of seasons elicits emotions that make some feel...
Time for a Change? Why it is OK to Slow Things Down & Think it Through
Many people think that making a change requires an instant decision, followed by instant action. But, change doesn’t have to happen “overnight”. Taking your time, slowing down, and thinking things through doesn’t make you lazy or unmotivated to make a change. Rather,...
Self-Compassion & Forgiveness Go Hand in Hand
It takes a lot of courage and empathy to forgive someone after they’ve hurt you. Sometimes, we also have to forgive ourselves for the times when we’ve made mistakes. Forgiving ourselves for our past mistakes is one of the most challenging things we can do. But there...
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
The holidays are supposed to be a time filled with joy, laughter, and excitement. But, if you’re experiencing a loss around any holiday, it’s difficult to feel that kind of joy that those around you might be sharing. Grief around the holidays isn’t uncommon....
Holidays Reimagined: Coping & Getting Creative Amid COVID Limitations
It’s never too early to start thinking about the holidays. The season will be here before you know it. While that might typically bring feelings of excitement and joy, it could also bring some hesitation, or even grief, this year. Last year, at the height of the...
Assertive Communication Skills: How to Find Your Voice
Some people think of being assertive as the same as being aggressive. They might not want to “come off” a certain way, so they hold themselves back from speaking what’s really on their heart and mind. The reality? Assertiveness is often helpful. But, that doesn’t make...
Animals Make Us Better: Exploring the Power of Pets
There have been multiple studies to show the mental and physical health benefits of pets. It has even been found that simply being around a dog or petting it can boost your mood and make you feel better. That’s one reason why pet therapy has become so popular...
How to Choose to NOT be Offended
It is human nature and so easy to become offended. Someone may say something that rubs you the wrong way. Maybe what they say feels like an “attack” on something you’ve done or that you value. Sometimes it's necessary to evaluate your role in being offended. This is...
Write for Relief: Journal Prompts to Help You Cope With Anxiety
Writing in a journal is a great way to manage your anxiety. There are several positive aspects to journaling that can make coping with your fears easier. First, you can work out your fears on paper. You’ll learn why you might jump to conclusions and which things...
What to Do if You’re Prone to These Common Thinking Errors
Everyone has areas of struggle when it comes to balanced thinking. It is so common that you may not even recognize it as a thinking error at all! Consider whether any of the following common thinking errors sound familiar, so that you can lessen the impact they have...
Stumbling Blocks or Stepping Stones? How to Grow From Your Difficulties
Stumbling blocks are a natural part of life. Some people struggle with mental health conditions like depression or anxiety that feel crippling at times. Others have to deal with the pain of a chronic condition or illness. Even sudden or unexpected life changes can...