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Mental health tips and insights
Premarital Counseling: Essential Conversations and Benefits for a Stronger Marriage
You’ve picked the venue, tasted the cake, and maybe even debated over the guest list. But have you talked about how you’ll handle conflict, parenting, or finances? That’s where …
Building Self-Confidence: 8 Practical Tips to Boost Your Self-Esteem
Why Self-Confidence Matters Building self-confidence is a common goal for a lot of people, but what does that really mean? More importantly, how do we actually do that? The way …
Q&A with a Queer Therapist: Sunny Barkley on Identity, Affirmation, and Showing Up Authentically
At Ellie Mental Health, we believe representation matters—especially when it comes to mental health care. For LGBTQIA+ individuals, finding a therapist who understands the nuances …
Why Talk Therapy Sometimes Misses the Mark for Trauma – And What to Do Instead
Last week the therapists in my local Ellie sat together to listen to the latest case consultations on our caseloads when an interesting and unique situation came up for discussion. …
Calming First-Day Fears: A Parent’s Guide to Back-to-School Anxiety
The stores are full of school supplies and the weather may be starting to cool down. If you’re a parent, you might be feeling some excitement or dread-- The season of transition is …
Understanding the Difference Between a Sex Coach, Couples Therapist, and a Sex Therapist
Why Clarify These Roles? In the realm of sexual and relational wellness, there are many professionals dedicated to helping individuals and couples lead more fulfilling lives. …
Feeling Disconnected? A Therapist’s Guide to Understanding Dissociation
Dissociation is one of those words that gets tossed around in therapy rooms, but often misunderstood in everyday conversations. It can show up as zoning out in a meeting, driving …
Social Anxiety in Kids: Signs, Treatment Strategies, and When to Get Help
If your child gets nervous around other kids, avoids playdates, or struggles in group settings like school or birthday parties, they might be experiencing social anxiety. It’s one …
Men Get Postpartum Depression Too: Breaking the Silence and Finding Support
When you hear "postpartum depression," you probably think of new moms, but here’s something not enough people are talking about: 1 in 10 dads also experience postpartum depression. …
Geek Therapy: How Video Games, D&D, and Fandom Can Support Mental Health
Therapy doesn’t have to be all talk, it can also be an adventure. Geek Therapy offers a creative, engaging approach that taps into the power of pop culture, using everything from …
Life After College: Overcoming Post-Graduation Anxiety
Graduating from college is an exciting milestone that symbolizes the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. However, the transition from college life to the professional …
