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Aimee M. Hall

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Aimee M. Hall

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Aimee M. Hall is a therapist based in Georgia. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Aimee M. Hall's ethnic background is Black/African American and White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Georgia

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Alex A. Messbarger

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Alex A. Messbarger

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Alex A. Messbarger is a therapist based in New York. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Alex A. Messbarger's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

New York

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Alicia S. Lucas

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Alicia S. Lucas

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Alicia S. Lucas is a therapist based in Rhode Island. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, coping with life changes, depression, and more. Alicia S. Lucas's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Rhode Island, South Carolina

Specialties

Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management

Alison E. Burke

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Alison E. Burke

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Alison E. Burke is a therapist based in Idaho. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd), bipolar disorders, and more. Alison E. Burke's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Oregon

Specialties

Anxiety, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorders, Career Challenges, Chronic Health Conditions, Chronic Pain, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Personality Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Relationship Challenges, Schizophrenia / Psychotic Disorders, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Substance Use Disorder (SUD), Suicidality, Trauma and Abuse, Wellness

Amber L. Mckinney

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Amber L. Mckinney

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Amber L. Mckinney is a therapist based in Florida. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, coping with life changes, depression, and more. Amber L. Mckinney speaks English.

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Licensed in

Florida, Iowa, South Dakota, Utah, Virginia

Specialties

Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Amber M. Mattheus

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Amber M. Mattheus

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Amber M. Mattheus is a therapist based in Texas. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, compassion fatigue, depression, and more. Amber M. Mattheus's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Texas

Specialties

Anxiety, Compassion Fatigue, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

Andrea J. Reyes-Cuarenta

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Andrea J. Reyes-Cuarenta

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Andrea J. Reyes-Cuarenta is a therapist based in Arkansas. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Andrea J. Reyes-Cuarenta's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and she speaks English and Spanish.

Full bio and availability

Licensed in

Arkansas

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Ann Spencer

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Ann Spencer

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Ann Spencer is a therapist based in Ohio. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, cognitive behavioral therapy (cbt), depression, and more. Ann Spencer's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Ohio

Specialties

Anxiety, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Depression, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Grief & Loss, Phobias, Trauma and Abuse

Benjamin M. Elson

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Benjamin M. Elson

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Benjamin M. Elson is a therapist based in New York. His pronouns are he/him and he specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Benjamin M. Elson's ethnic background is Middle Eastern, and he speaks English.

Full bio and availability

Licensed in

New York

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Blaiz B. Streetman-Loy

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Blaiz B. Streetman-Loy

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Blaiz B. Streetman-Loy is a therapist based in South Carolina. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, compassion fatigue, coping with life changes, and more. Blaiz B. Streetman-Loy's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

South Carolina

Specialties

Anxiety, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Bobbi J. Ashley

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Bobbi J. Ashley

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Bobbi J. Ashley is a therapist based in Washington. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, coping with life changes, depression, and more. Bobbi J. Ashley's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Washington

Specialties

Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Brittaney A. Lacer

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Brittaney A. Lacer

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Brittaney A. Lacer is a therapist based in Colorado. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Brittaney A. Lacer's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Colorado, Virginia

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Brittany J. Franklin

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Brittany J. Franklin

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Brittany J. Franklin is a therapist based in Ohio. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Brittany J. Franklin's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Ohio

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Carmalita Johnson

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Carmalita Johnson

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Carmalita Johnson is a therapist based in Louisiana. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Carmalita Johnson's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Louisiana, Texas

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Christina E. Fischer

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Christina E. Fischer

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Christina E. Fischer is a therapist based in Georgia. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, compassion fatigue, and more. Christina E. Fischer's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Georgia

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Cody C. Nelson

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Cody C. Nelson

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Cody C. Nelson is a therapist based in Colorado. His pronouns are he/him and he specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Cody C. Nelson's ethnic background is White, and he speaks English.

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Licensed in

Tennessee

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Stress Management

Corinne J. Votaw

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Corinne J. Votaw

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Corinne J. Votaw is a therapist based in Alabama - PSYPACT. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd), autism spectrum disorder, and more. Corinne J. Votaw speaks English.

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Licensed in

Alabama, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin

Specialties

Anxiety, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar Disorders, Career Challenges, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Phobias, Relationship Challenges, Schizophrenia / Psychotic Disorders, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Suicidality, Trauma and Abuse, Wellness, Women's Health

Crystal Soto

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Crystal Soto

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Crystal Soto is a therapist based in Massachusetts. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, bipolar disorders, cognitive behavioral therapy (cbt), and more. Crystal Soto's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and she speaks English and Spanish.

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Licensed in

Massachusetts

Specialties

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorders, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Wellness, Women's Health

Cynthia S. Alexander

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Cynthia S. Alexander

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Cynthia S. Alexander is a therapist based in Texas. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Cynthia S. Alexander's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Texas

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Daniel G. Perez

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Daniel G. Perez

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Daniel G. Perez is a therapist based in California. His pronouns are he/him and he specializes in anxiety, career challenges, coping with life changes, and more. Daniel G. Perez's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and he speaks English and Spanish.

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Licensed in

California

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Dave L. Brashear

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Dave L. Brashear

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Dave L. Brashear is a therapist based in Louisiana. His pronouns are he/him and he specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Dave L. Brashear's ethnic background is White, and he speaks English.

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Licensed in

Louisiana

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Eliana N. Bonaguro

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Eliana N. Bonaguro

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Eliana N. Bonaguro is a therapist based in Florida. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, coping with life changes, and more. Eliana N. Bonaguro's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Florida

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Elizabeth C. Copes-Breidenbach

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Elizabeth C. Copes-Breidenbach

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Elizabeth C. Copes-Breidenbach is a therapist based in Alaska. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Elizabeth C. Copes-Breidenbach's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Alaska, New Hampshire, Texas, Utah, West Virginia

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Elizabeth E. Stolte

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Elizabeth E. Stolte

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Elizabeth E. Stolte is a therapist based in Texas. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Elizabeth E. Stolte's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Texas

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Elizabeth J. Toback

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Elizabeth J. Toback

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Elizabeth J. Toback is a therapist based in Florida. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, coping with life changes, depression, and more. Elizabeth J. Toback's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Florida

Specialties

Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Emily A. Curtis

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Emily A. Curtis

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Emily A. Curtis is a therapist based in New York. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, coping with life changes, depression, and more. Emily A. Curtis's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

New York

Specialties

Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Stress Management

Emma E. Valdovinos

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Emma E. Valdovinos

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Emma E. Valdovinos is a therapist based in California. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Emma E. Valdovinos's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

California

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Erica L. Washington

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Erica L. Washington

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Erica L. Washington is a therapist based in California. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Erica L. Washington's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

California

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Gina M. Del Prete

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Gina M. Del Prete

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Gina M. Del Prete is a therapist based in Massachusetts. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Gina M. Del Prete speaks English.

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Licensed in

Massachusetts, North Carolina

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Recovery from Sex Trafficking, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Haley E. Layton

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Haley E. Layton

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Haley E. Layton is a therapist based in Ohio. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, coping with life changes, depression, and more. Haley E. Layton's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Ohio

Specialties

Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Heather C. Craig

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Heather C. Craig

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Heather C. Craig is a therapist based in Texas. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, compassion fatigue, and more. Heather C. Craig's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Texas

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Heather K. Larimore

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Heather K. Larimore

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Heather K. Larimore is a therapist based in Arizona. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Heather K. Larimore's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Arizona, Nevada, Virginia

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Heather M. Schrag

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Heather M. Schrag

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Heather M. Schrag is a therapist based in California. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Heather M. Schrag's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

California

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Hilary Settlemire

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Hilary Settlemire

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Hilary Settlemire is a therapist based in Colorado. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Hilary Settlemire's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Colorado, Texas

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Jaimi E. Maldonado

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Jaimi E. Maldonado

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Jaimi E. Maldonado is a therapist based in Texas. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Jaimi E. Maldonado's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Texas

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Jamayla M. Gray

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Jamayla M. Gray

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Jamayla M. Gray is a therapist based in California. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Jamayla M. Gray's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

California

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management

Jenna M. Mortensen

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Jenna M. Mortensen

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Jenna M. Mortensen is a therapist based in California. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Jenna M. Mortensen's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

California

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Jo J. Cole

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Jo J. Cole

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Jo J. Cole is a therapist based in Virginia. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Jo J. Cole's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Virginia

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Jody M. Richter

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Jody M. Richter

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Jody M. Richter is a therapist based in Delaware. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Jody M. Richter's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Delaware, Washington

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Joshua R. Simpson

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Joshua R. Simpson

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Joshua R. Simpson is a therapist based in California. His pronouns are he/him and he specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Joshua R. Simpson's ethnic background is White, and he speaks English.

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Licensed in

California

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Kalisha M. Goodwin

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Kalisha M. Goodwin

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Kalisha M. Goodwin is a therapist based in California. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, family conflicts, grief & loss, and more. Kalisha M. Goodwin's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

California

Specialties

Anxiety, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Trauma and Abuse

Kathy D. Stringfellow

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Kathy D. Stringfellow

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Kathy D. Stringfellow is a therapist based in Texas. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd), and more. Kathy D. Stringfellow's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

Full bio and availability

Licensed in

Texas

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Career Challenges, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management

Kiera E. McClellan

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Kiera E. McClellan

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Kiera E. McClellan is a therapist based in Georgia. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Kiera E. McClellan's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

Full bio and availability

Licensed in

Georgia

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Krista M. Davis

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Krista M. Davis

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Krista M. Davis is a therapist based in Arkansas. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd), and more. Krista M. Davis's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

Full bio and availability

Licensed in

Arkansas

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Coping with Life Changes, Grief & Loss

Lani Takaki

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Lani Takaki

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Lani Takaki is a therapist based in Illinois. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, depression, and more. Lani Takaki's ethnic background is Asian/Pacific Islander, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Illinois

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Leigh A. Rumberger

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Leigh A. Rumberger

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Leigh A. Rumberger is a therapist based in Virginia. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Leigh A. Rumberger's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Virginia

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Leslie J. Lass

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Leslie J. Lass

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Leslie J. Lass is a therapist based in Virginia. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, coping with life changes, and more. Leslie J. Lass's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Virginia

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Lisa Hargrove

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Lisa Hargrove

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Lisa Hargrove is a therapist based in Montana. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Lisa Hargrove's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Montana, Nevada, North Carolina, Vermont, Virginia

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Liz M. Wilson

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Liz M. Wilson

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Liz M. Wilson is a therapist based in Colorado. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Liz M. Wilson's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Colorado, Florida

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Luce Castellanos

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Luce Castellanos

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Luce Castellanos is a therapist based in Florida. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Luce Castellanos's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and she speaks English and Spanish.

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Licensed in

Florida

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Lucy C. Rocha

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Lucy C. Rocha

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Lucy C. Rocha is a therapist based in California. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, coping with life changes, depression, and more. Lucy C. Rocha's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

California

Specialties

Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Marcy B. Ruland

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Marcy B. Ruland

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Marcy B. Ruland is a therapist based in New York. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, coping with life changes, and more. Marcy B. Ruland's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

New York

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Stress Management, Women's Health

Marie Viscardi

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Marie Viscardi

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Marie Viscardi is a therapist based in New York. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Marie Viscardi's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

New York

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management

Marisa J. Logsdon

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Marisa J. Logsdon

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Marisa J. Logsdon is a therapist based in Michigan. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Marisa J. Logsdon's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Michigan

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Martha L. Freese

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Martha L. Freese

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Martha L. Freese is a therapist based in New York. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, coping with life changes, and more. Martha L. Freese's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and she speaks English.

Full bio and availability

Licensed in

New York

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Mary A. Rodriguez

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Mary A. Rodriguez

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Mary A. Rodriguez is a therapist based in Illinois. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Mary A. Rodriguez's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Illinois

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Mary C. Bryant

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Mary C. Bryant

Therapist

Mary C. Bryant is a therapist based in Montana. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Mary C. Bryant's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Montana

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Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Mary T. Leone

Therapist

Mary T. Leone

Therapist

Mary T. Leone is a therapist based in Florida. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in career challenges, family conflicts, grief & loss, and more. Mary T. Leone's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Florida, Michigan

Specialties

Career Challenges, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Maxine Cher

Therapist

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Maxine Cher

Therapist

Maxine Cher is a therapist based in Florida. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Maxine Cher's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English and Russian.

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Licensed in

Florida

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges

Meera Rastogi

Therapist

Meera Rastogi

Therapist

Meera Rastogi is a therapist based in Alabama - PSYPACT. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Meera Rastogi's ethnic background is Asian/Pacific Islander, and she speaks English.

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Alabama - PSYPACT, Arizona - PSYPACT, Arkansas - PSYPACT, Colorado - PSYPACT, Connecticut - PSYPACT, Delaware - PSYPACT, District of Columbia - PSYPACT, Florida - PSYPACT, Georgia - PSYPACT, Idaho - PSYPACT, Illinois - PSYPACT, Indiana - PSYPACT, Kansas - PSYPACT, Kentucky - PSYPACT, Maine - PSYPACT, Maryland - PSYPACT, Michigan - PSYPACT, Minnesota - PSYPACT, Mississippi - PSYPACT, Missouri - PSYPACT, Nebraska - PSYPACT, Nevada - PSYPACT, New Hampshire - PSYPACT, New Jersey - PSYPACT, North Carolina - PSYPACT, North Dakota - PSYPACT, Ohio, Oklahoma - PSYPACT, Pennsylvania - PSYPACT, Rhode Island - PSYPACT, South Carolina - PSYPACT, Tennessee - PSYPACT, Texas - PSYPACT, Utah - PSYPACT, Vermont - PSYPACT, Virginia - PSYPACT, Washington - PSYPACT, West Virginia - PSYPACT, Wisconsin - PSYPACT, Wyoming - PSYPACT

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management

Michele Leone

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Michele Leone

Therapist

Michele Leone is a therapist based in Florida. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, compassion fatigue, coping with life changes, and more. Michele Leone's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Florida

Specialties

Anxiety, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Stress Management

Monica R. Cwynar

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Monica R. Cwynar

Therapist

Monica R. Cwynar is a therapist based in Pennsylvania. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Monica R. Cwynar's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

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Pennsylvania

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Myra B. Corley

Therapist

Myra B. Corley

Therapist

Myra B. Corley is a therapist based in Ohio. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Myra B. Corley's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Ohio

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Natalie Cruz

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Natalie Cruz

Therapist

Natalie Cruz is a therapist based in New York. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Natalie Cruz's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

New York

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Paige Smart

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Paige Smart

Therapist

Paige Smart is a therapist based in Idaho. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Paige Smart's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Idaho, Missouri, Washington

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Sally Millsap

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Sally Millsap

Therapist

Sally Millsap is a therapist based in California. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, coping with life changes, and more. Sally Millsap's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

California

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Samantha J. Gioia

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Samantha J. Gioia

Therapist

Samantha J. Gioia is a therapist based in New York. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Samantha J. Gioia's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

New York

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Samantha M. Ueberroth

Therapist

Samantha M. Ueberroth

Therapist

Samantha M. Ueberroth is a therapist based in New York. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Samantha M. Ueberroth's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

New York

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management

Selin Santos

Therapist

Selin Santos

Therapist

Selin Santos is a therapist based in Alabama - PSYPACT. His pronouns are he/him and he specializes in addiction, anxiety, bipolar disorders, and more. Selin Santos's ethnic background is Hispanic/Latinx, and he speaks English and Spanish.

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Alabama - PSYPACT, Arizona - PSYPACT, Arkansas - PSYPACT, Colorado - PSYPACT, Connecticut - PSYPACT, Delaware - PSYPACT, District of Columbia - PSYPACT, Florida, Georgia - PSYPACT, Idaho - PSYPACT, Illinois - PSYPACT, Indiana - PSYPACT, Kansas - PSYPACT, Kentucky - PSYPACT, Maine - PSYPACT, Maryland - PSYPACT, Michigan - PSYPACT, Minnesota - PSYPACT, Mississippi - PSYPACT, Missouri - PSYPACT, Nebraska - PSYPACT, Nevada - PSYPACT, New Hampshire - PSYPACT, New Jersey - PSYPACT, North Carolina - PSYPACT, North Dakota - PSYPACT, Ohio - PSYPACT, Oklahoma - PSYPACT, Pennsylvania - PSYPACT, Rhode Island - PSYPACT, South Carolina - PSYPACT, South Dakota - PSYPACT, Tennessee - PSYPACT, Texas - PSYPACT, Utah - PSYPACT, Vermont - PSYPACT, Virginia - PSYPACT, Washington - PSYPACT, West Virginia - PSYPACT, Wisconsin - PSYPACT, Wyoming - PSYPACT

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorders, Career Challenges, Chronic Health Conditions, Chronic Pain, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Insomnia, Men's Health, Mindful Eating, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Phobias, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Substance Use Disorder (SUD), Trauma and Abuse, Wellness, Women's Health

Shari L. Schaffer

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Shari L. Schaffer

Therapist

Shari L. Schaffer is a therapist based in New Mexico. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Shari L. Schaffer's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

New Mexico

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Stephanie A. Novak

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Stephanie A. Novak

Therapist

Stephanie A. Novak is a therapist based in Illinois. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, compassion fatigue, and more. Stephanie A. Novak's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Illinois

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Taylor Hinton

Therapist

Taylor Hinton

Therapist

Taylor Hinton is a therapist based in Texas. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, coping with life changes, depression, and more. Taylor Hinton's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Texas

Specialties

Anxiety, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Tiffany Wynn

Therapist

Tiffany Wynn

Therapist

Tiffany Wynn is a therapist based in Georgia. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Tiffany Wynn's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Georgia

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management

Tony L. Thomas

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Tony L. Thomas

Therapist

Tony L. Thomas is a therapist based in Tennessee. His pronouns are he/him and he specializes in addiction, anxiety, depression, and more. Tony L. Thomas's ethnic background is Black/African American, and he speaks English.

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Licensed in

Tennessee

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Ty N. Tate

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Ty N. Tate

Therapist

Ty N. Tate is a therapist based in Georgia. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, compassion fatigue, coping with life changes, and more. Ty N. Tate's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Georgia

Specialties

Anxiety, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management

TyKera J. Williams

Therapist

Accepting new clients

TyKera J. Williams

Therapist

TyKera J. Williams is a therapist based in Washington. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, compassion fatigue, and more. TyKera J. Williams's ethnic background is Black/African American, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Washington

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Victoria L. Becker

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Victoria L. Becker

Therapist

Victoria L. Becker is a therapist based in New York. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in addiction, anxiety, career challenges, and more. Victoria L. Becker's ethnic background is Indigenous Peoples (Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

New York

Specialties

Addiction, Anxiety, Career Challenges, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Trauma and Abuse

Wendy A. Dunwody

Therapist

Wendy A. Dunwody

Therapist

Wendy A. Dunwody is a therapist based in Georgia. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Wendy A. Dunwody's ethnic background is White, and she speaks English.

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Licensed in

Georgia

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management

Yocasta D. Almonte

Therapist

Accepting new clients

Yocasta D. Almonte

Therapist

Yocasta D. Almonte is a therapist based in New York. Her pronouns are she/her and she specializes in anxiety, career challenges, compassion fatigue, and more. Yocasta D. Almonte speaks English.

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Licensed in

New York

Specialties

Anxiety, Career Challenges, Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management

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Recognizing Burnout and What to Do About It

The demands of adulthood can feel relentless. The constant juggle of work and home responsibilities along with the expectation to be available online constantly makes achieving work-life balance increasingly elusive. It’s a surefire recipe for burnout. Recognizing the signs of burnout and learning how to manage can be essential for maintaining mental health and overall well-being. {MiniWidget:Generic} What is burnout? Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged or excessive stress. It often occurs when individuals feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands. While it's commonly associated with work, burnout can also stem from other areas of life, such as caregiving, relationships, or academic pressures. Causes of burnout Several factors can contribute to burnout, including: Excessive workload If you’re consistently overloaded with work or responsibilities, it can lead to chronic stress and burnout. Lack of control Feeling like you have little or no control over your work or life circumstances can contribute to burnout. Unclear expectations When expectations are not clearly defined or constantly changing, it can create confusion and stress, leading to burnout. Dysfunctional workplace dynamics A toxic work environment, characterized by poor communication, lack of support, or unfair treatment, can significantly increase the risk of burnout. Work-life imbalance When work consistently takes precedence over personal life, it can lead to neglect of self-care, relationships, and hobbies, increasing the likelihood of burnout. Insufficient rewards Lack of recognition or inadequate compensation can decrease motivation and increase feelings of frustration. Lack of Support A lack of supportive relationships at work or home can exacerbate feelings of isolation and stress. Signs of Burnout Recognizing the signs of burnout is the first step toward addressing it. Common symptoms include: Physical Symptoms: Chronic fatigue, insomnia, headaches, and gastrointestinal issues. Emotional Symptoms: Feelings of helplessness, detachment, and a lack of motivation or satisfaction. Behavioral Changes: Increased irritability, withdrawal from responsibilities, and a decline in performance. The differences between burnout and depression Burnout and depression share similar symptoms, but they are distinct conditions. Burnout is usually linked to specific stressors (work, school, caregiving roles, etc) leading to exhaustion and decreased efficacy. On the other hand, depression is a broader mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness, a lack of interest in activities, and a pervasive sense of hopelessness. Tips for dealing with burnout If you're experiencing burnout, there are a few strategies you can implement to better manage it: Prioritize self-care: Make time for activities that nourish your mind, body, and soul, such as exercise, healthy eating, and relaxation techniques. Set boundaries: Learn to say no to additional work or commitments when you're already feeling overwhelmed. Delegate tasks: If possible, delegate tasks to others to reduce your workload. Take breaks: Step away from work regularly to recharge and avoid mental fatigue. Connect with others: Talk to friends, family, or a therapist about how you're feeling. Seek professional help: If self-care strategies aren't enough, consider seeking professional therapy to address burnout and develop coping mechanisms. How to prevent burnout Preventing burnout requires proactive measures to maintain a healthy work-life balance and manage stress effectively. Some preventive strategies include: Time management: Prioritize tasks, set realistic goals, and avoid procrastination. Stress management: Practice relaxation techniques, such as meditation or deep breathing exercises, to manage stress levels. Healthy lifestyle: Get enough sleep, eat nutritious meals, and exercise regularly to support your physical and mental well-being. Work-life balance: Set clear boundaries between work and personal life, and make time for activities you enjoy. Assertive communication: Learn to express your needs and concerns clearly and respectfully. How professional therapy can support your mental health If you're grappling with burnout, professional therapy may be able to support you in feeling better. A therapist may help you delve into the root causes of your burnout, exploring the underlying factors that have contributed to your current state. They may also equip you with healthy coping mechanisms to manage stress effectively and prevent future burnout. Additionally, a therapist may guide you in creating strategies to improve your work-life balance, establish clear boundaries, and prioritize self-care. Prolonged stress and burnout can happen to anyone. Overcoming burnout and reclaiming well-being may be possible by recognizing the signs, taking proactive steps to manage it, and seeking professional help when needed. *The information in this blog is provided as a general educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purpose. This information should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis and treatment and does not create any patient-physician relationship between you and Cerebral. Please consult your health care provider before making any health care decisions or to get guidance about a specific medical condition.

Aug 19, 2024

Self-care

Understanding Parental Burnout and How to Cope

The job of parenting is rarely ever easy. Work responsibilities, household chores, and childcare, coupled with societal expectations, can leave parents feeling exhausted, stressed, and emotionally drained. This state of chronic exhaustion and detachment from parenting is commonly called parental burnout. {MiniWidget:Generic} What is parental burnout? Parental burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by the prolonged and overwhelming stress of parenting. Unlike typical stress, burnout leaves parents feeling completely drained, detached from their children, and doubtful of their parenting abilities. What causes parental burnout? Parental burnout is a complex condition influenced by various factors, which often intertwine, compounding the stress. Here are some common causes: Societal expectations The pressure to be the "perfect parent" and raise "perfect children" can be immense. Social media often portrays an idealized version of parenthood, creating unrealistic expectations and feelings of inadequacy. Financial factors The rising costs of childcare, education, and housing can create significant financial stress for parents. The need to work full-time to make ends meet can further exacerbate the challenges of balancing work and family life. Health factors Postpartum depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions can make parenting even more challenging. The lack of support and understanding for parents struggling with mental health issues can contribute to feelings of isolation and burnout. Signs of parental burnout Recognizing the signs of parental burnout is a key to protecting your mental health and well-being. Some common signs include: Emotional exhaustion: Feeling constantly drained, overwhelmed, and emotionally detached from your children. Physical exhaustion: Experiencing chronic fatigue, sleep problems, and physical symptoms like headaches and stomachaches. Loss of motivation: Feeling a lack of enthusiasm for parenting and a sense of detachment from your children. Irritability and anger: Feeling easily irritated, frustrated, and angry with your children and partner. Guilt and shame: Feeling guilty for not being the parent you want to be and ashamed of your struggles. Preventing parental burnout Implementing the following strategies may help you prevent parental burnout: Set realistic expectations Accept that it’s okay not to be perfect. Focus on being a good enough parent rather than striving for perfection. Prioritize self-care Carve out time for activities that rejuvenate you, such as pursuing a hobby, exercising, connecting with nature, or simply taking a break. Seek support Don’t hesitate to ask for help from family, friends, or professional services. Sharing responsibilities can lighten your load. Stay organized Plan and organize your daily activities to reduce chaos and stress. A structured routine can make managing tasks easier. How to manage parental burnout If you're experiencing parental burnout, there are several strategies you can use to better manage it: Acknowledge your feelings Accept that it’s okay to feel overwhelmed. Recognizing your feelings is the first step toward addressing them. Take breaks Regularly take breaks to recharge. Short, frequent breaks can help you stay balanced and refreshed. Practice mindfulness Mindfulness techniques, such as meditation and deep breathing exercises, may help reduce stress and improve mental clarity. Connect with others Engage with other parents who understand what you’re going through. Sharing experiences can provide emotional support and practical advice. Focus on the positive Celebrate your successes as a parent and cherish the moments of joy with your children. Seek professional help A credentialed therapist can provide support and guidance in developing coping mechanisms and managing stress. How professional therapy may support overall mental health Therapy may be a helpful resource for parents struggling with burnout. It provides a safe and supportive environment to explore your feelings, develop coping mechanisms, and improve your overall mental health. The benefits of couples therapy Couples Therapy is designed to help partners communicate more effectively, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their relationship. It can also provide a space to discuss parenting challenges and develop strategies for co-parenting. Exploring individual therapy Individual Therapy may help you address underlying issues contributing to burnout, such as anxiety or depression. It can also provide a space to focus on your own needs and develop self-care strategies. If you're struggling with parental burnout, don't hesitate to reach out for support. With the right tools and strategies, you can overcome burnout and focus on the joy of parenting. *The information in this blog is provided as a general educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purpose. This information should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis and treatment and does not create any patient-physician relationship between you and Cerebral. Please consult your health care provider before making any health care decisions or to get guidance about a specific medical condition.

Aug 2, 2024

Anxiety

Anxiety and Memory Loss

Do you often struggle to recall a recent conversation or the details of an important task? You might think it's just forgetfulness, but anxiety could be the cause. Anxiety disorders affect millions of people worldwide, not just through its emotional toll but also by impairing cognitive functions like memory. Understanding how anxiety impacts memory can help you manage your symptoms of anxiety better and take proactive steps to improve your memory. In this informational article, we'll explore how anxiety affects memory, discuss various types of anxiety-related memory loss, and outline strategies and treatment options that could help manage these effects. {MiniWidget:Anxiety} Types of anxiety-related memory loss Anxiety-related memory loss can manifest in various ways. Understanding these types can help in identifying the symptoms and seeking appropriate help. Short-term memory and anxiety Do you have trouble remembering things that happened recently? Anxiety can interfere with short-term memory by making it difficult to focus and concentrate on the present moment, leading to lapses in recalling recent events or information. When your mind is preoccupied with worry, paying attention and retaining new information becomes harder. For example, you might forget where you placed your keys or miss important points in a meeting. Working memory and anxiety Working memory is crucial for tasks that require you to process and analyze information, such as problem-solving and decision-making. Anxiety can reduce the capacity of working memory, making it challenging to perform these tasks effectively. If you find it hard to keep track of multiple tasks or struggle with mental arithmetic, anxiety might be impacting your working memory. This can make everyday tasks feel overwhelming and contribute to a cycle of stress and forgetfulness. Long-term memory and anxiety Long-term memory can also be affected by anxiety. The stress and distraction caused by anxiety can make it difficult to encode new information into your long-term memory and retrieve that stored information. Chronic anxiety can interfere with the consolidation of memories, meaning you might struggle to remember events from your past. How anxiety affects memory Anxiety impacts various cognitive functions, with memory being particularly vulnerable. The brain's response to anxiety can alter how memories are formed, stored, and recalled. This is primarily due to the body's stress response, which includes the release of cortisol and other stress hormones. These biochemical changes can hinder the processes necessary for effective memory retention and retrieval. How anxiety impacts the brain Anxiety can have several effects on the brain, which in turn impact memory: Overstimulation: When you experience anxiety, your brain is in a state of heightened arousal, which can lead to overstimulation. This overstimulation can interfere with the brain's ability to process and store information effectively, leading to memory problems. Heightened cortisol levels: Anxiety often results in elevated cortisol levels, a hormone released in response to stress. Chronic high cortisol levels can damage the hippocampus, the part of the brain responsible for forming new memories and retrieving old ones. Understanding these mechanisms can provide deeper insight into how anxiety disrupts memory. How anxiety affects memory formation and recall Anxiety can impact how our brain processes and stores information in the following ways: Short-term memory and anxiety: When you're anxious, your brain prioritizes immediate threats over other information. This means essential details and tasks can slip through the cracks, leading to gaps in your short-term memory. The constant state of alertness makes it challenging to focus on and remember recent events. Working memory and anxiety: Anxiety can also impact your ability to hold and manipulate information in your mind, making multitasking or following complex instructions particularly difficult. The mental clutter caused by anxiety can crowd out the information you need to retain. Long-term memory and anxiety: The stress hormones released during anxious episodes can interfere with the processes that consolidate memories, making it harder to build a robust memory bank. Anxiety can significantly disrupt short-term, working, and long-term memory, making everyday tasks and information retention more challenging. However, you could improve your memory and overall cognitive function by recognizing these effects and implementing interventions like relaxation techniques, regular exercise, and seeking professional help. Other contributing factors In addition to the physiological impacts of anxiety on memory, some other factors can contribute to memory loss or challenges with recollection. Distracted thinking Anxiety often leads to distracted thinking, where your mind is preoccupied with worries and fears. This distracted thinking can disrupt the cognitive processes involved in memory formation, leading to forgetfulness and confusion. Stress-related fatigue Chronic anxiety can lead to physical and mental exhaustion, making it hard to focus and remember information. When you're constantly tired, your brain has to work harder to process information, which can further impair memory. Panic attacks and memory loss Panic attacks are intense episodes of fear that can cause physical anxiety symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, and dizziness. During a panic attack, your brain's 'fight-or-flight' response activates and floods your body with stress hormones. This acute stress can disrupt the functioning of the hippocampus, leading to temporary memory loss. People often report difficulty recalling details of their surroundings or what happened during a panic attack. Other potential causes of memory loss While anxiety can significantly impact memory, it's essential to consider other potential causes of memory loss, such as: Depression: Depression can also affect memory and cognitive function. Sleep disorders: Lack of sleep can impair memory and concentration. Medications: Certain medications can have side effects that impact memory. Medical conditions: Conditions like thyroid disorders, vitamin deficiencies, and neurological diseases can affect memory. If you're experiencing persistent memory issues, it's essential to consult with a healthcare professional for a comprehensive assessment. How to improve memory under stress There are strategies that can be used to improve memory and manage the stress caused by anxiety. Try relaxation techniques Relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and meditation can help reduce anxiety and improve your ability to concentrate and remember things. The goal of these practices is to help calm your mind, making it easier to focus and retain information. Increase exercise Regular physical activity can reduce anxiety and improve cognitive function. Exercise increases blood flow to the brain, promotes the growth of new neurons, and helps release endorphins, which can boost mood and mental performance. Improve sleep Quality sleep is crucial for memory consolidation. Anxiety can disrupt your sleep patterns, making it harder to get the rest you need. Establishing a regular sleep routine and creating a calming bedtime environment can help improve sleep quality and enhance memory. Try journaling Writing in a journal often benefits your mental health by helping you process emotions, organize thoughts, and reduce anxiety. Journaling can also serve as a tool for tracking your memory and identifying patterns or triggers that may be affecting your cognitive function. Try these memory strategies For some people, using certain strategies makes it easier to remember things by creating associations and breaking down complex information into manageable parts. Use mnemonics: Mnemonics are memory aids that help you remember information through association. Stay organized: Keeping a planner or to-do list can help you remember important tasks and appointments. Break tasks into smaller steps: Breaking tasks into smaller, manageable steps can make them less overwhelming and easier to remember. Visualization: Visualizing information or creating mental images can enhance memory retention by making abstract concepts more concrete. Chunking: Grouping information into smaller chunks can help you remember more by reducing cognitive load. For instance, breaking down long numbers into groups of three or four digits makes them easier to recall. Some may work better for you than others, so experiment and find out which techniques are most effective for improving your recall and cognitive function. Treatment options There are various treatment options available for managing anxiety and improving memory. Therapy Therapy is a highly effective treatment for anxiety and its impact on memory. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help you identify and change negative thought patterns that contribute to anxiety. A licensed therapist in your state can also work with you to implement tools and strategies to manage anxiety and improve cognitive function. Medications Medications can be an effective part of anxiety treatment. Antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, and beta-blockers are commonly prescribed to help manage anxiety symptoms. It's essential to work with a licensed provider to assess what treatment options might work for your specific needs. Taking proactive steps Anxiety can significantly impact memory, affecting both short-term and long-term recall. Understanding how anxiety influences memory and adopting strategies to manage it can help improve cognitive function. Incorporating relaxation techniques, exercise, good sleep habits, and journaling into your routine could help you mitigate the effects of anxiety on your memory. Additionally, therapy and medication generally provide added support. Cerebral provides a convenient and accessible way to receive therapy, medication, and support for anxiety. Remember: It's important to address anxiety and memory issues early to prevent them from interfering with daily life. Do I have anxiety? While only a licensed professional can make a diagnosis, if you’re asking yourself this question because you feel anxiety could be impacting your memory, you can get some initial insights before seeking a professional assessment. Take our free 3-minute anxiety self-assessment to help you understand more about possible anxiety symptoms and their severity. Images by Drazen Zigic, katemangostar, and drrobotdean on Freepik. *The information in this blog is provided as a general educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purpose. This information should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis and treatment and does not create any patient-physician relationship between you and Cerebral. Please consult your health care provider before making any health care decisions or to get guidance about a specific medical condition.

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Start by clarifying your specific therapy goals, be it addressing anxiety, relationship issues, or personal growth. Research therapists' credentials, specialties, and treatment approaches to find a match that aligns with your needs. When meeting with a therapist, trust your instincts and prioritize a strong therapeutic connection with someone you feel comfortable talking to. Additionally, consider practical factors such as location and fees to ensure that logistical considerations align seamlessly with your emotional and therapeutic needs throughout your mental health journey.

How does working with a therapist on Cerebral work?

At Cerebral, therapy begins with understanding your mental health goals and preferences so we can help you select the right therapist for you. In your initial sessions, you and your chosen therapist will exchange information, discuss their approach to care, and outline a treatment roadmap with realistic milestones so you know what to expect. In weekly meetings, your therapist will work with you to overcome your mental health challenges. Cerebral's flexible scheduling options, including online video chat or phone sessions, ensure convenient access to therapy that fits your lifestyle, with many therapists available throughout the week, including days, nights, and weekends.

What are the options for therapy - traditional or online?

You can opt for traditional face-to-face therapy or choose the convenience of online therapy. Online therapy is increasingly popular due to its accessibility and effectiveness, especially for issues like depression and anxiety. Studies show that online therapy is just as effective at treating depression and anxiety as in-person therapy.

What questions should I ask myself when looking for a therapist?

Questions you should ask yourself include:

What issues do I want to address?
What therapy experience am I looking for?
How far can I travel to see a therapist?
Am I only interested in finding a mental health therapist near me?
What’s my budget?

What are the types of therapy?

There are multiple types of therapy, including:

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
Behavioral therapy
Humanistic therapy

Learn more about the different types of therapy

What types of therapists are there?

There are different types of therapists with different kinds of credentials, specialties, and years of experience. Once a therapist completes their education, they’re required to pass a clinical exam and counsel under the supervision of a licensed therapist. This lasts for at least two years and at least 3,000 client contact hours.

Where can I find a therapist?

The following websites have online databases that can help you find a therapist:

Therapy Directory Psychology Today

Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies

Recommendations or Referrals

Your primary care physician or psychiatrist can help refer you to a reputable mental health professional. If you have a friend or family member who has experience with therapy, you could ask them if they have any recommendations for a good therapist. Their therapist may also have a list of recommendations for other therapists you could consider.

How can Cerebral help in finding a therapist?

Cerebral provides access to a deep, diverse pool of therapists who have the experience to help you reach your mental health goals. Plus, we allow you to switch therapists for any reason, at any time if you so choose. All of our plans are affordable, insurance-free, and FSA/HSA eligible, so you can get started in no time. Click to see therapists in your area.

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