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Lessons from Trauma Therapy for After the Election
For many of us, the outcome of this month’s presidential election was a disturbing event that affected our sense of safety
Melanie Sivley
Nov 26, 20243 min read


Navigating the Storm: A Guide to Maintaining Mental Well-being During College Final Exams
As the semester draws to a close, college students find themselves navigating the tumultuous waters of final exams. While the pressure to...
Melanie Sivley
Nov 21, 20243 min read


The Influence of Culture on Latinx/e Mental Health
With the commencement of Hispanic Heritage Month across the country, we honor and recognize the cultures and contributions of Hispanic
Melanie Sivley
Sep 10, 20242 min read


Navigating Mental Health as You Start College: A Freshman’s Guide
Starting college is a monumental life event, filled with excitement, opportunity, and, understandably, a fair bit of anxiety
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Aug 30, 20243 min read


5 Self-Care Strategies for Busy Schedules
You deserve to take care of yourself. Self-care can have incredible impacts on your mental health. While it may be easier to put everyone
Melanie Sivley
Aug 22, 20244 min read


What it Means to “sit” with your Feelings
“Sit with that feeling” is a common therapy phrase used as an invitation for clients to begin developing acceptance towards feelings
Melanie Sivley
Jul 22, 20242 min read


Breaking the Silence: Why We Struggle to Ask for Help and How to Overcome It
In a world that often emphasizes independence and self-reliance, it's not uncommon for individuals to find it challenging to ask for help
Melanie Sivley
Jul 8, 20243 min read


Pride and Self-Care: Celebrating Identity for Mental Well-being
In recent years, Pride Month has evolved from a commemoration of the Stonewall Riots into a global celebration of LGBTQ+ identity,
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Jun 24, 20242 min read


Stonewall and LGBTQ+ Mental Health
June 28th marks the 55th anniversary of the Stonewall rebellion, a pivotal moment in the history of the LGBTQ+ rights movement.
Melanie Sivley
Jun 3, 20243 min read


5 ways to take care of YOU when school is out for the summer!
You just took your last final, submitted your last assignment, and said your goodbyes to your friends for the summer.
Melanie Sivley
May 17, 20243 min read


How to Cope with Mixed Emotions on Mother's Day: A Guide for Those Struggling with the Holiday
For some people Mother’s Day might be an uncomplicated chance to honor a beloved mother, stepmother, grandmother, or other caregiver
Melanie Sivley
May 10, 20243 min read


5 Ways to Support Yourself After Losing a Parent
The loss of a parent -- biological, adopted, or chosen -- is a profound and deeply individual experience.
Melanie Sivley
May 2, 20242 min read


Healing the Spiritual Wound: Seeking Therapy for Religious Trauma
Religious experiences can deeply shape our lives, offering a sense of community, identity, and purpose.
Melanie Sivley
Apr 23, 20242 min read


A Quick Guide to Finding A Therapist
Beginning the journey to finding a therapist can seem daunting and overwhelming. Whether this is your first time considering therapy or
Melanie Sivley
Apr 2, 20242 min read


The Importance of Voting
With rising political tensions and an upcoming election, 2024 has already been a time of worry, frustration, and fear for many
Melanie Sivley
Mar 7, 20242 min read


10 Ways for Singles to Be Their Own Valentine
Valentine’s Day can bury us under an avalanche of red and pink decorations, chocolates, greeting cards, and flowers.
Melanie Sivley
Jan 29, 20243 min read


How to Maintain your New Year’s Resolutions
The end of the year and the start of the new one bring a giddy mood for some of us. A new year! Full of possibilities!
Melanie Sivley
Jan 16, 20243 min read


Mental Health New Year’s Resolutions
New Year’s resolutions are, of course, a completely optional tradition. But if you like to use the occasion of a new calendar year
Melanie Sivley
Dec 27, 20233 min read


Validating Both Truths – The Happy and the Sad
Whether or not you celebrate any particular holiday this time of year, the holiday season has likely had some form of impact on your mood
Melanie Sivley
Dec 18, 20232 min read


Financial Anxiety During the Holidays
Congratulations on making it through Thanksgiving!! Hopefully, you were able to enjoy the holiday.
Melanie Sivley
Dec 13, 20233 min read
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