Working with Work Anxiety
Work anxiety impacts Chicagoans across the city, but is it avoidable? Do you think about work even in your free time? Ever have worries about...
The Power of Boundaries: Navigating Relationships with Addicted Loved Ones
Living with a loved one who is struggling with addiction can be incredibly challenging. The chaos, unpredictability, and stress that comes with addiction can wreak...
Overcoming Sex Anxiety
Sex anxiety is a common but often misunderstood issue that can affect individuals across all ages, genders, and backgrounds. It refers...
Seasonal Affective Disorder: Strategies to Boost Mood During the Winter
It’s normal to have a bad day once and awhile, but if you’re feeling down a lot throughout the Chicago winter, you might be suffering...
Supporting Your Child Who is Trans
Isolated house with a transgender pride flag Parenting a transgender child can be a challenging and sometimes overwhelming experience, but it...
Gray Area Drinking: Should I Be Worried?
The normalization of excessive drinking in Chicago and among the LGBT population is a concerning trend that can have serious consequences for individuals and communities,...
Impacts of Childhood Trauma on Adult Mental Health
Childhood trauma is often a misunderstood experience. When many people in Chicago hear the word trauma, they associate it with gun violence, car accidents, or...
Worry and Anxiousness: What’s the Difference?
People often confuse worry and anxiousness, but they are distinct psychological states. Both cause general unease, but the way we experience them and the impact...
Complex Trauma and the Brain
In Chicago and throughout the United States, the impact of complex trauma on our lives remains an often-overlooked issue. Here, we delve into the complex...
The Surprising Benefits of Meditation
Meditation has been practiced for centuries, but in recent years it has gained widespread popularity as a way to reduce stress and improve overall well-being....
Myths about Therapy Debunked
Many people have misperceptions of therapy in Chicago. The increased media portrayal of therapy has normalized seeking help and reduced stigma, but has also created...
The Paradox of Happiness
The pursuit of happiness is often considered a fundamental human goal, but the notion of chasing happiness can be paradoxical. When people focus too intently...
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