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National Counseling Awareness Month

April is Counseling Awareness Month, a time to recognize the valuable role that counselors play in promoting mental health and well-being. Counseling is a form of therapy that involves a trained professional helping clients overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals. Counselors provide support and...
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Do You Have a Toxic Friend?

The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, and Outpatient Therapist. Our friendships have a significant impact on our well-being, at any age in our lives. When they are good, they lift us up, protect our mental...
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How to Maintain Friendships

The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, and Outpatient Therapist. Friendships are some of the most valuable relationships that we have in our lives. They provide us with emotional support, encouragement, and a sense of belonging. This increases...
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5 Reasons To Go To Therapy

There are several reasons to go to therapy, aside from specific mental health challenges that may come to mind. Therapy, also known as counseling or psychotherapy, is a treatment that can benefit all ages and backgrounds. It is a process in which you work with...
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6 Tips to Build Authentic Connections

 Research has found that loneliness can lead to feelings of low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. Those who feel lonely may have difficulty forming meaningful connections with others and be more susceptible to developing mental health issues. Some studies have found that loneliness can be just...
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Suicide Prevention: Warning Signs, Risk Factors, and Ways to Help

The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, and Outpatient Therapist.       Suicide is a serious public health concern in the United States. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide is the 10th leading...
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