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Why It is Important to be in Therapy While Taking Medication

In my years of working as a therapist, I have found the topic of combining medication and therapy to be polarizing.  People tend to be divided into two camps. There are those who resort to medication to address the symptom(s) but do not believe that therapy would be helpful, and there are those who work… Continue reading Why It is Important to be in Therapy While Taking Medication

Common Fears of Starting Therapy

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The decision to seek out therapy can be wrought with fear, ambivalence and shame. You may be struggling with some issue or you may want to improve your own mental state. And while popular culture affirms the merits of wellness, too often mental health is still stigmatized, making the decision to enter therapy even more… Continue reading Common Fears of Starting Therapy

Meds for Mental Health?

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Picture this scenario: you are seeing your primary care doctor for your annual checkup and your doctor tells you that your blood pressure is high. You are frustrated as your blood pressure has been high over the last several years despite following your doctor’s recommendations of improving your diet and increasing your exercise. Your doctor… Continue reading Meds for Mental Health?