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Post-Quarantine Anxiety
Written by therapist Clair MillerAfter the weirdness of the last year and a half, as things are opening back up and the COVID concerns are lessening, have you noticed a spike in your own anxiety? If you have, trust me- you’re not alone! A Sudden Spike I’ve been having...
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[VIDEO] African American Teens in Foster Care
Hosted by therapist Alexandra Hoerr Candace is a clinical resident at Optimum Joy talking with Alex about The Mental Health Crisis in the Foster Care System. Alex and Candace unpack stories about trauma that connect to systematic oppression in our world and further...
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[VIDEO] Intrusive Thoughts
Hosted by therapist Alexandra Hoerr Intrusive thoughts can be jarring and distressing, especially if they stick in your mind! Pete Marlow is a therapist at Optimum Joy and works to normalize intrusive thoughts as something everyone has. However, they can inhibit your...
Intentional Rest
Written by therapist Fallyn LaraNow, I am a high achiever myself and I will say the word “rest” can be such a difficult word for me to wrap my head around. It can be easy to find my identity in what I do and what I can accomplish, but was it meant to be that way? I...
Guilt and Shame and The Journey of Letting Go
Written by therapist Roslyn JordanMeet Elsa and Anna from the movie Frozen. They are sisters and their parents are the king and Queen of Arendelle. Elsa possesses magical powers that allow her to create and control ice and snow. Anna is the exuberant one who delights...
Expectations of Couples Therapy
Written by therapist Bria McCalpinWhen deciding to go to therapy, you may have multiple anticipations of what will occur. Everyone is different depending on the reasons they seek counseling, but it is safe to assume couples are looking to improve their relationship in...
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