Reflections: Clinical & Human

The depths of the human experience is endless. Here on our blog, our therapists explore and share their ideas around psychotherapy and what it means to be a human.

Men & Depression
Dorothy Hayden June 24, 2021
Depression is often considered a "woman's disease." Men experience it, too. The difference is that society tells men who are suffering that they should not seek help.
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Father’s Day Appreciation
Peter Douglas, LCSW-R June 20, 2021
This Father’s Day, I find myself reflecting on what it means to be a father. I want to get fatherhood right, and, admittedly, I will not most of the time.
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Juneteenth & The Stress of Racism
Humantold June 18, 2021
Whether experiencing it first-hand or witnessing it in the media, racism is incredibly damaging to mental and physical health of people of color.
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It’s OK If You’re Not There Yet
Nayera Elsayed June 15, 2021
You are exactly where you are meant to be.
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The New Masculinity
Humantold June 9, 2021
Over the last several years, ideas about "manliness" have been evolving. Modern masculinity is expansive. It allows for men to be open, experience emotional equality and health, and be in touch with their inner lives while becoming attuned to the world around them.
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Pride Month Isn’t Canceled: Reframing Inclusion During a Pandemic
Michele M. Ulerio, MA, LMHC June 1, 2021
Pride Month isn't just about parades. It's about self-acceptance, owning who you are, and finding solace in a community
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Mental Health & The Military
Kristjana McCarthy, Mental Health Counselor May 27, 2021
As we celebrate Military Appreciation Month, I encourage service members to honestly and non-judgmentally reflect on their mental health needs.
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How Culture Affects Therapy
Cheryl Lim, LMHC May 19, 2021
Culture, social-economic status, area of residence, and other aspects of our identities play into how (or even if) we seek help for our mental health. Here’s how your culture impacts your experience of therapy.
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I Heard You: An Open Letter On Finding A Therapist
Dee Nicole, Intake Director May 14, 2021
I want to tell you this journey of finding a therapist is personal, entirely about you, and our interest lies solely with helping you find what you seek.
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Motherhood: A Celebration of Childhood and the Absurd
Christina Jeffrey, LMHC May 9, 2021
The emotional life of motherhood is weird, equal parts intensity, love, ferocity, protection, patience, and an inexhaustible appreciation for the absurd. No one ever really prepares you for the absurdity of motherhood.
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