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ASMR: The Unexpected Mental Health Benefits

April 4, 2025

The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article on ASMR is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP. If you’ve spent enough time online, you’ve probably found it full of videos that can have a negative impact on...

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Strategies to Manage Anxiety: Therapist-Approved Tips

February 11, 2025

For this article on strategies to manage anxiety, we consulted Nystrom & Associates providers: Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP; Brett Cushing, MA, LMFT; and Christa Overson, LMFT. Have you...

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Graduation: Adjusting to an Older Sibling's Leaving for College

July 10, 2024

The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article on the transition after graduation is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, Outpatient Therapist Graduation: a time of celebration, accomplishment, and excitement for...

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How Gratitude Improves Anxiety

July 1, 2024

Have you ever stopped to consider the impact gratitude can have on your life? It is being thankful for the positive aspects of your life. It's not about ignoring challenges or pretending everything is perfect, but rather taking a mindful...

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How to Have Less Arguments With Your Partner

June 24, 2024

The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article on arguments is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, Outpatient Therapist. Do you ever find yourself talking in circles while arguing, with the...

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How Parenthood Changes You

June 10, 2024

The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article on effects of parenthood is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, Outpatient Therapist. Parenthood can be exhilarating yet terrifying at the same time....

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Practical mental health tips from real therapists.

ASMR: The Unexpected Mental Health Benefits

Strategies to Manage Anxiety: Therapist-Approved Tips

Graduation: Adjusting to an Older Sibling's Leaving for College

How Gratitude Improves Anxiety

How to Have Less Arguments With Your Partner

How Parenthood Changes You

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