What is Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy

By Merle Maynard

“I thought I was crazy/stupid/lazy/broken.” I can’t count the amount of times I have heard these words, even from the sound of my own voice. The idea that normal is…

The Power of Gratitude

Years ago my family started this tradition of creating a Gratitude Tree each November. This…

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How My Hobby Improved My Mental Health

When Covid-19 forced me to spend my days indoors, I quickly learned that I didn’t…

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Breaking Free from Anxiety: A Guide to Managing Panic Attacks

You feel your heart racing, your palms begin to sweat, and your thoughts spiral out…

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FIND A SAFE SPACE

My Safe Space Imagine, you are taking a walk in a quaint little village in…

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(Re)Learning How to Grieve Death Loss by a Grieving Therapist

Most folks look forward to the summer months. What’s not to love about barbeques, days…

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My Path to PRIDE

Like many members of the LGBTQ community, I didn’t feel prideful when I first realized…