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The Transformative Power of Compassion

Compassion Doesn’t Mean People Get to Treat you Poorly; The Transformative Power of Compassion

Compassion and Boundaries: Understanding When Kindness Isn’t Acceptance Compassion is an inherent aspect of human nature, encompassing the profound ability to empathize with others and translate that empathy into care, […]

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Religion, Spirituality, and Mental Health…What’s The Connection?

Religion, Spirituality, and Mental Health…What’s The Connection?

Is there a connection between Religion, Spirituality, and Mental Health? Religion and spirituality hold significant sway in the lives of many individuals, and their profound impact on mental health should […]

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Is Self Care Selfish?

Is Self Care Selfish?

Is Self-Care Selfish? The summer season is upon us, bringing with it the celebrations of summer madness! It’s the perfect time to kick back, relax, and carve out some well-deserved […]

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What is EMDR Therapy and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?

What is EMDR Therapy and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?

What is EMDR? …And why is everyone talking about it? By Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT If you’ve been exploring the world of therapy and mental health, you may have come […]

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Self-Compassion

How To Make Changes With Self-Compassion

How to Make Changes with Self-Compassion Often, when we begin to identify that we’d like to change one or more aspects of our life, whether that’s our habits, our coping […]

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What Is Self-Compassion?

What is Self-Compassion? You might have heard the term “self-compassion” from people in the mental health and wellness world – but what does it really mean, and how can you […]

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Analysis of a “Good Therapist”

Analysis of a “Good Therapist”

Finding a good Therapist in Austin, TX Have you ever thought about what a “good therapist means to you”? In the mental health realm, as a therapist, the relationship is […]

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Tips for Finding an Actually Affirming Therapist for LGBTQIA+ Folks

Tips for Finding an Actually Affirming Therapist for LGBTQIA+ Folks

Find an Affirming Therapist in Texas Competent, affirming mental health care is crucial for the LGBTQIA+ community, who experience higher rates of mental health struggles like suicidal thoughts, depression, and […]

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Gender Affirming Care as a Therapist

Gender Affirming Care What first comes to mind when you hear “Gender affirming therapist?” What does it mean to you? I remember when I was in graduate school, and all […]

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Boundaries: Home for the Holidays

Boundaries: Home for the Holidays

Setting Boundaries with Family over the Holidays For many of us, the holiday season is often filled with so many emotions: joy, love, gratitude, stress, grief, and tension. Visiting home […]

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The True Cost: Money and Mental Health

Money is a complicated topic, and money issues are so prevalent that for many it can feel like an unavoidable part of life. Whether you are a therapist or a […]

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Is a support group the same as therapy?

Support Groups Versus Group Therapy-Which is Right for You? When you begin considering options to improve your mental and emotional well-being, there are many options available, meaning there is something […]

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