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Relationship Anxiety: Why Dating Feels So Hard & What Therapy Can Do About It

If you have ever cancelled a date because you convinced yourself it would go wrong, spent three hours analyzing a two-word text, or ended a relationship that was actually good because the vulnerability felt unbearable, you know what relationship anxiety feels like from the inside. It is not dramatic. It is exhausting. And it is…
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Autism in Women, Girls, and Adults: Why Late Diagnosis Is So Common & What It Changes

For most of the history of autism research and clinical practice, autism was studied almost exclusively in male subjects. The diagnostic criteria were developed from observations of boys. The earliest clinical descriptions centered on boys. The landmark studies cited in training programs were conducted predominantly on male populations. And the result of that century-long blind…
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Mental Health & LGBTQ+ Relationships: What Affirming Therapy Actually Looks Like

Pride Month is a time of celebration, visibility, and community. It is also, for many LGBTQ+ people, a time of complicated feelings, grief, anger, exhaustion, joy, and longing all mixed together. And for those navigating relationships, identity, and mental health simultaneously, it can feel like a lot to carry. This post is for LGBTQ+ individuals…
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Make the most out of your insurance benefits: Introducing Thrizer 💙

If you’ve ever hesitated to start therapy because of insurance, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions we hear: “Do you take my insurance?” The honest answer is that Evolve Psychological Services is an out-of-network practice, but that doesn’t mean your insurance can’t help cover the cost of your care. In fact,…
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Support for Women Navigating Life Transitions, Career Stress & Anxiety

by Caroline Camarena, LSW Every year, March arrives with a noticeable shift in energy. There’s a sense of movement, of things beginning to open up again. I’ve come to think of it as a natural point for reflection, especially when it comes to the decisions women make about their time, their roles, and their relationship…
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Protect Your Peace: How to Set Healthy Boundaries & Avoid Emotional Burnout

By Jennifer Pitman, LCSW Life is full of stress and obligations. We are pulled in multiple directions at once. Work, kids, friendships, family. They all require our time and attention. But how much can we take on and still maintain our sanity? The needs, desires and expectations from others can be exhausting and very often…
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When the Cap Comes Off: What Comes Next for You & Your Teen

by Allison Dickens, LPC, LCADC As the school year comes to a close, we should take the time to acknowledge the successes and progress of the students closest to us.  Whether they be our own children, or beloved family members, friends, or members of our community, it is so important to recognize the hard work…
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From Endurance to Empowerment:  Reclaiming Mental Health in AANHPI Families

by Kailani Akana Murphy, LCSW May carries many meanings. It is recognized as both Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, two important designations that are rarely spoken about in tandem. In many AANHPI households, emotional struggles are often met with silence, shaped by cultural expectations to…
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Creating a Safe Space: Recognizing Bullying and Helping Kids Thrive

by Allison Dickens, LPC, LCADC Happy Women’s Month!  Let this be a time to affirm, support, and recognize the important women in our lives and in our world.  Please take the time to celebrate the women in your life who uplift, inspire, and change our world every day. It’s also a time to reflect on…
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Helping Children Learn About Gender: A Guide for Parents

By Allison Dickens, LPC Happy Pride Month! During this month, alongside the celebrations honoring the LGBTQIA+ community, there may be questions from children about the meaning of some of these acronyms and terms.  Specifically, gender has become a more prominent and important topic to many youths and adolescents.  More and more, young people are questioning…
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Breaking Down Barriers: Understanding Men’s Mental Health

by Liza Ibrahim, LPC Mental health is an integral component of overall well-being, yet it remains shrouded in stigma, particularly for men. Throughout history, societal expectations have compelled men to suppress emotions, leading to a significant gap in our comprehension of men’s mental health needs. Consequently, there’s a concerning disparity in suicide rates, substance abuse,…
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