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A woman adds more text to a wall bearing a Black Lives Matter message

Race and healing: Expanding the conversation

February 2, 2024 | Published by Psychotherapy Networker | Featuring S. Kent Butler, Lambers Fisher, Amber Flynn, Gail Parker, Monnica Williams, Deran Young, and Zachary Taylor

In two panel discussions, six clinicians of color have a frank conversation with a White therapist about addressing race in and out of the office.

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For Therapists Identity Psychotherapy Networker Race

A Black woman sits in a therapy session looking at the person speaking with a difficult to read expression

What does it mean to decolonize therapy?

February 2, 2024 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Shawna Murray-Browne, PhD, LCSW-C

A mental health movement is underway to center the historically excluded voices and healing practices of Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color.

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For Therapists Identity Race Racial Trauma

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Bullying and mental health

January 30, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Bullying can have negative effects on the mental health of victims and bullies. Learn what to do if you’ve experienced or witnessed this type of abuse.

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Anger Bullying Children

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Are you sober curious?

January 29, 2024 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Beth Bowen, LMSW

You’ve heard of Dry January. But if your relationship with alcohol could benefit from more exploration, you may be ready for a period of sober curiosity.

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Addiction Alcoholism Substances

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5 signs it’s time to quit or cut back on drinking

January 26, 2024 | Written by Amanda White, LPC

Alcohol is so woven into our lives that we don’t stop to consider why we drink. To explore your relationship with alcohol, start by asking these questions.

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Addiction Alcoholism Disorders

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Are mocktails really safe for recovering addicts?

January 26, 2024 | Written by Elise Burley | Featuring Megan Boardman, LCSW

Nonalcoholic beer, wine, and mocktails seem to be everywhere all at once. But for people in recovery, these options may be more triggering than healthful.

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Addiction Alcoholism Behavior Disorder Culture Disorders Habits Self-Help Society Substance Abuse Substances

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Narcissism and narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)

January 24, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Narcissists crave admiration from others. But they’re sensitive to criticism and tend to lack empathy, so they may struggle to form healthy relationships.

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Disorders Narcissism Personality Disorders

Everyone’s a TikTok therapist

January 24, 2024 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Bonnie Zucker, PhD

TikTok shines a spotlight on mental health, but it can lead to faulty self-diagnosis. Bonnie Zucker, PhD, explains how to use the app while doing no harm.

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Apps Culture Self-Diagnosis Social Media Technology Therapy

How to pace and close a therapy session

January 23, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

If you’re a new therapist or working with a tough client, you may find it harder to pace and close sessions. Learn to lead, follow, and adjust as needed.

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For Therapists New Therapists Therapist-Client Relationship

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How to maintain therapist-client relationship boundaries in the age of telehealth

January 23, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Telehealth has opened up new doors for therapists to hold online sessions. Learn how to maintain boundaries while you practice remotely.

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Boundaries For Therapists Telehealth Therapist-Client Relationship

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