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Orthorexia Nervosa: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Treatment Strategies

By Katie Bendel - LCSW December 17, 2024

Orthorexia Nervosa: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Treatment Strategies Orthorexia nervosa symptoms, such as an obsessive focus on eating “clean” or “healthy” foods, can significantly impact…

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The Effects of Cyberbullying on Children’s Mental Health

By Sara Blevins-Ranes, MA, LPC, ATR December 6, 2024

The Impacts of Cyberbullying on Children’s Mental Health According to a Stanford study, children typically receive their first cell phones between 10.7 and 12.5 years of…

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Chronic Illness and Mental Health — A Guide for Clinicians

By Kaylee Kron, LMSW November 27, 2024

The Impact of Chronic Illness on Mental Health – A Guide for Clinicians The onset and formal diagnosis of a chronic illness undoubtedly brings about…

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Navigating the Challenges of Treating Co-Occurring Disorders

By Lindsay Rutter, MA, NCC, LPC November 21, 2024

Navigating the Challenges of Treating Co-Occurring Disorders An individual who has both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder (SUD) is said to…

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The Long-Term Effects of Bullying on Mental Health: What Therapists Should Know

By Lindsay Rutter, MA, NCC, LPC November 13, 2024

The Long-Term Effects of Bullying on Mental Health: What Therapists Should Know Bullying has long been a crisis for many children and young adults. Research…

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A Behavioral Health Clinician’s Guide to the Kids Online Safety Act

By Sara Blevins-Ranes, MA, LPC, ATR November 6, 2024

A Behavioral Health Clinician’s Guide to the Kids Online Safety Act Many parents are concerned about their children’s online safety. The internet can be a…

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A Clinician’s Guide to Understanding the Companioning Model of Grief

By Kaylee Kron, LMSW October 30, 2024

A Clinician’s Guide to Understanding the Companioning Model of Grief Grief is a deeply personal experience, which presents uniquely, not only from one person to…

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Social Determinants of Health and Substance Abuse: Understanding the Intersection

By Eric Patterson | MSCP, NCC, LPC October 24, 2024

Social Determinants of Health and Substance Abuse: Understanding the Intersection Social determinants of health (SDOH) significantly influence substance abuse patterns and outcomes. For behavioral health…

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Building an Inclusive Mental Health Practice

How to Build an Inclusive Mental Health Practice

By Rebecca Eyre, LMHC October 15, 2024

How to Build an Inclusive Mental Health Practice An inclusive mental health practice is committed to providing accessible, affirming, safe, and equitable mental health care…

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Tips for Conducting a Strength Based Assessment in Mental Health Treatment

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN October 7, 2024

Tips for Conducting a Strength-Based Assessment in Mental Health Treatment Strength-based assessment is a therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying an individual’s unique strengths. By…

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