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Five Ways I Build Mental Wellness

My Brains Not Broken

Yes, there is sitting in a room with a therapist, or on a Zoom call with a mental health professional; but therapy is so much more than that. There are several types of talk therapy, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mentalization-based therapy (MBT) and so many more.

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Guest Post: Resiliency When Dealing With Bipolar Disorder by Christine

Bipolar Bandit

I stay connected to my psychiatrist and therapist more often when I am experiencing a mood episode. You name it I’ve tried it; talk therapy, CBT, DBT, ECT, EMDR and medication management. Currently, I am experiencing a mixed episode which means I shift back and forth between mania and depression. This can be charted by hours or days.

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CBT for Kids: How You Can Improve the Mental Health of Younger Clients

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Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is one method that can help kids and teens in your community in need of mental health care get the attention they deserve. What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)? CBT is generally short-term and goal-oriented, focusing on helping clients deal with specific problems.

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The Only Guide You Need to Become Your Own Therapist

Social Work Haven

It can be a useful way to start a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to see if it’s for you. As a result, I will be discussing some ideas on how to be your own therapist. By all means be your own therapist until you can’t be any more and need someone else. This is also a personal preference. Quick Navigation.

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Autism, Anxiety, and Depression: What You Need to Know About Comorbidity

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Treatment options for those with autism and comorbidity CBT for individuals with autism and a comorbidity The comorbidity of autism and depression or anxiety changes how therapists and caregivers approach individual treatment plans. Part of the rationale for using CBT to treat comorbid conditions is its versatility.

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NASW Member Voices: In Search of Transgenerational Office Space

Social Work Blog

We face each other and enter into a verbal dance I like to refer to as the “Acronym Tango,” (IFS, CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, cha-cha-cha). As a Systems Therapist, I welcome all attendees to the session, (in person or in absentia). My job, as her therapist, is to provide crowd control. I might as well have a rose between my teeth!

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Am I Going Through a Nervous Breakdown?

Beautiful Voyager

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a proven evidence-based treatment designed to help you manage stress and improve your coping skills. Here are some things you can do besides talking to your doctor or therapist: Manage your stress: Determine which responsibilities you’re comfortable taking on now and which can wait until you feel better.