What Is Therapy For? Here Are 4 Areas of Your Life It Can Support
A therapist is someone who can give you that outside perspective and guide you in finding solutions and resolving issues. Therapists have a wide array of specialties. They can focus on eating disorders, managing sadness or grief, getting a handle on anxiety or stress, building communication in your relationships, and so much more. When you […]
This article is not meant to be a replacement for medical advice. We recommend speaking with a therapist for personalized information about your mental health. If you don’t currently have a therapist, we can connect you with one who can offer support and address any questions or concerns. If you or your child is experiencing a medical emergency, is considering harming themselves or others, or is otherwise in imminent danger, you should dial 9-1-1 and/or go to the nearest emergency room.
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