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Establishing Effective Ground Rules for Group Therapy

By Eric Patterson | MSCP, NCC, LPC | February 20, 2024

Establishing Effective Ground Rules for Group Therapy Effective ground rules are essential for creating safe, productive group therapy environments. This article explores key elements like…

Diagnosis and Assessment of Gender Dysphoria

By Dr. October Boyles | February 9, 2024

Diagnosis and Assessment of Gender Dysphoria According to the Pew Research Center, about 5% of young adults aged 18-29 in the United States feel that their gender is different from their…

Group Therapy Conflict Resolution: Strategies & Activities

By Eric Patterson | MSCP, NCC, LPC | February 6, 2024

Conflict Resolution in Group Therapy: Strategies and Activities Conflict is a natural part of human interaction – even in therapeutic settings. In group therapy, unresolved…

What Is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | February 5, 2024

What Is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)? Patients who experience anxiety, depression or emotional distress often try to avoid painful feelings or experiences. Though this…

Disenfranchised Grief in Disruptive Families: Therapeutic Strategies for Healing

By Kaylee Kron, LMSW | January 30, 2024

The Silent Pain Treating Disenfranchised Grief in Disruptive Family Settings Introduction Experiencing grief and loss is a challenging and often painful journey. It becomes more…

Understanding Complex Trauma & CPTSD: Strategies for Mental Health Professionals

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | January 23, 2024

Understanding Complex Trauma: Approaches for Supporting Clients With Chronic Trauma and CPTSD Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) is a complicated mental health disorder that is…

A Digital Resource and Intervention Guide for Children and Adolescents with ADHD

By Bea Sanders LCSW | January 19, 2024

A Digital Resource and Intervention Guide for Children and Adolescents with ADHD Overview of ADHD in children and adolescents Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental…

Why AI Will Never Replace Therapists

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | January 5, 2024

Why AI Will Never Replace Therapists Explore why artificial intelligence, despite rapid advances, will never fully replace human therapists. Drawing on recent Stanford University research,…

Vicarious Trauma, Compassion Fatigue, & Burnout: A Therapist’s Guide

By Bea Sanders LCSW | December 13, 2023

Understanding Vicarious Trauma and Compassion Fatigue versus Burnout Understanding the difference between vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue, and burnout is essential for mental health professionals working…

Empowering Private Practice Therapists: Balancing Productivity, Privacy and Control in Note-Taking Amidst AI Advancements

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | November 21, 2023

Balancing Productivity, Privacy and Control in Note-Taking Amidst AI Advancements As AI tools become more common in clinical settings, behavioral health professionals face growing concerns…

Understanding Intersectionality in Behavioral Health: A Comprehensive Overview

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | October 27, 2023

Understanding Intersectionality in Behavioral Health: A Comprehensive Overview Intersectionality is an acknowledgment that individuals and groups who share an identity experience additional intragroup differences based…

Using Genetic Testing to Enhance Psychiatric Medication Selection

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | September 15, 2023

Using Genetic Testing to Enhance Psychiatric Medication Selection Finding the optimal medication regimen for each patient often involves trial and error. However, recent strides in…

How to Provide Culturally Responsive Care in Mental Health Care

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | September 1, 2023

How to Provide Culturally Responsive Care in Mental Health Care As professionals in behavioral health, it’s essential to acknowledge the daily impact of culture on…

Eating Disorder Treatment Plan: Templates & Examples for Clinicians

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | August 25, 2023

Eating Disorder Treatment Plan and Note Writing Tips An effective eating disorder treatment plan provides a structured, individualized roadmap for treating complex eating disorders such…

Signs of Untreated ADHD in Adults: How to Spot It Early

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | August 8, 2023

Signs of Untreated ADHD in Adults: What Does Undiagnosed Adult ADHD Look Like? Many adults live with undiagnosed or untreated ADHD without realizing it. The…