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The Science And Joy of Happiness: Why Real Change Happens When We Feel Good
Change doesn’t only come from struggle — it often begins when we feel good. This post explores the science behind why joy and happiness create the ideal conditions for personal growth, and how therapy can help you harness those moments to build lasting change. Learn how positive emotions shape the brain, open us up to possibility, and why feeling good isn’t a distraction from the work — it is the work.

Elevate Mental Health
3 days ago3 min read
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"I didn't know I was stressed." How Stress Shows Up In Disguise
Stress shows up in sneaky ways—irritability, fatigue, or mental fog. Learn how to spot hidden stress and when therapy might be the support you need.

Elevate Mental Health
Jun 274 min read
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You’re Not Broken: Understanding Trauma’s Impact and How Healing Begins [Client Spotlight: Maya's Story]
Understanding trauma's impact can be the first step to healing. Discover how trauma shows up, why you're not broken, and how support can help you recover.

Elevate Mental Health
Jun 204 min read
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Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health During Summer Break (Without Burning Out Yourself)
Practical, manageable steps you can take to support your child’s emotional well-being while also caring for your own mental health.

Elevate Mental Health
Jun 54 min read
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Balancing Work, Family, and Mental Health: A Guide for Fathers
The Silent Struggles of Fatherhood  Fathers between thirty and forty years old often find managing their professional responsibilities...

Robert Sack, PhD
Apr 39 min read
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How do I cope and heal from trauma?
Each person’s response to trauma is unique. Trauma recovery follows no specific pattern but many supportive coping strategies help people

Elevate Mental Health
Mar 264 min read
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Navigating Mid-Career Blues: A Guide to Rediscovering Fulfillment and Joy
Reaching significant career milestones is a moment many envision with pride and satisfaction. But for some mid-career professionals,...

Elevate Mental Health
Mar 264 min read
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The Untold Benefits: How Therapy Can Transform Your Life, Happiness, and Relationships
Therapy can be an eye-opening experience, providing a roadmap to personal growth and happiness. Rather than just a safety net during...

Robert Sack, PhD
Jan 33 min read
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Crush Your Goals: The Ultimate Guide to Setting and Achieving Success This Year
A quick guide to setting and completing your goals.

Elevate Mental Health
Dec 31, 20245 min read
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Thawing Out Trauma: Techniques for Releasing Emotional Pain from the Body
Trauma tends to linger in our bodies long after the initial threat has passed embedding itself within. While many are familiar with the...

Elevate Mental Health
Jun 10, 20243 min read
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Exploring the Past: Transforming Emotional Regulation, for Adult Happiness
Our world is often influenced by our early life encounters setting the stage for how we handle the ups and downs of life. The ways we...

Elevate Mental Health
Jun 3, 20243 min read
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Exploring How Your Nervous System Impacts Mental Health
Within the workings of our body there exists a center; the nervous system. This intricate network of nerves and cells not controls our...

Elevate Mental Health
May 27, 20243 min read
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Quiz - Are you people pleasing?
Quiz: Are You Stuck in the Cycle of People Pleasing? Answer the following questions on the quiz to gain insight into whether you may be...

Elevate Mental Health
May 20, 20243 min read
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Deciphering the Pattern of Seeking Approval: A Journey to Mental Freedom
In the web of actions the tendency to seek approval emerges as a prevalent theme interwoven in our social interactions. As we grow up...

Elevate Mental Health
May 13, 20243 min read
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Embracing the Full Spectrum of Who We Are: Discovering Identity Beyond Job Achievements
In a world where success and who we are often revolve around our careers, it's common to get caught up in defining ourselves by our...

Elevate Mental Health
May 6, 20244 min read
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Uncommon Anxiety Symptoms: What You Might Be Experiencing Without Realizing It
Do you ever find yourself experiencing physical sensations or emotions that seem inexplicable or out of the ordinary? You might be...

Elevate Mental Health
Apr 29, 20243 min read
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The Strain of Being the Supportive One: Insights into Emotional Exhaustion (Burnout) and Ways to Overcome It
In the dynamics of human connections there are often individuals who take on the role of being the reliable support. The one who stays...

Elevate Mental Health
Apr 26, 20243 min read
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The Vital Link Between Mental Clarity and Anxiety: Insights from Our Practice
Article Snapshot: In today's bustling world, anxiety is a common companion, but amidst the chaos, mental clarity emerges as a powerful...

Elevate Mental Health
Apr 24, 20244 min read
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Understanding Anxiety: A Path to Healing Through Therapy
Understanding Anxiety: A Path to Healing Through Therapy can provide inside into anxiety but learning how Alex struggled for years and help.

Elevate Mental Health
Apr 22, 20242 min read
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Another Word for "Boundaries" and Its Importance in Mental Health
Boundaries play a crucial role in maintaining mental health and fostering healthy relationships. But what if we explored other words that...

Elevate Mental Health
Apr 19, 20242 min read
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