The Parent’s Guide to Play Therapy: What It Is and How It Works
You searched, “my child won’t stop having tantrums” at 11 p.m. Or maybe it was, “anxious 6 year old won’t go to school.” Whatever brought you here, you’ve probably landed on the …
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6 tips to talk to your child about going to therapy
You’ve done the research, made the decision, and found a therapist. Now comes the part that trips up so many parents: how do you actually …
What Is Mindfulness — and How Do I Actually Practice It?
Let’s get one thing out of the way: mindfulness is not about emptying your mind, sitting cross-legged on a meditation cushion, or achieving some blissed-out …
Do I Actually Have an Anxiety Disorder — or Is This Just Normal Anxiety?
You’ve been feeling it: the tight chest before a big meeting, the racing thoughts at 2 a.m., the dread that something could go wrong. You …
5 Worst Sleep Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)
If you’re lying awake at night wondering why you can’t sleep, the answer might not be complicated — it might just be one of these …
Stress vs. Anxiety: How to Tell the Difference
You already know what stress and anxiety feels like. But knowing the difference between them helps you find the right kind of care. Athena Care …
How Chronic Stress Affects Your Brain — And Why Self-Care Has Limits
You already know stress feels bad. But knowing what’s actually happening inside your brain when stress becomes chronic makes it easier to get the right …
Preparation Tips for Your Court-Ordered Psychological Evaluation
Feeling anxious about an upcoming court-ordered psychological evaluation? You’re not alone. Undergoing a mental health evaluation as part of a legal case can feel stressful …
When Stress Becomes Too Much: Signs It’s Time to Talk to a Therapist
Stress is part of life. Deadlines, difficult relationships, financial pressure, health scares — everyone deals with them. Most of the time, we push through. But …
Stress Awareness Month: What Chronic Stress Does to Your Body (And When to Seek Help)
April is Stress Awareness Month — and if you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you already know what stress feels like. The tight chest. …