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How to resist diet culture in the workplace

September 29, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

Diet culture involves encouraging others to adopt certain beliefs and behaviors that could be detrimental to their mental and physical health.

7 steps to end chronic dieting

September 29, 2023 | Written by Judith Matz, LCSW

To escape the chronic dieting cycle, first learn the way it works. Judith Matz, LCSW, explains food deprivation and how to start nourishing yourself again.

Family enmeshment: What it is and how to heal

September 29, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Family enmeshment is when family members become too involved in each other’s lives and have a hard time setting boundaries. Learn more about this pattern.

Is it healthy to take a break from the news?

September 29, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA

If the 24/7 news cycle is affecting your mental health, you’re not alone. Jonah Paquette, PsyD, offers advice on staying informed without getting overwhelmed.

Powerful as a mother: The magic that happens when moms join forces

September 29, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Chelsea Bodie, MACP, Caitlin Slavens, MC, and Muffy Mendoza

Moms are often nurturers and protectors. The urge to care for others comes from a place of strength, and it can make an impact far beyond our own families.

What is gender-affirming mental health care?

September 27, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Hope Krashnak, LCSW

Whether you’re exploring your own gender identity or wondering how to support your child, here’s how a gender-affirming therapist can help you navigate.

When pregnancy loss takes center stage

September 27, 2023 | Written by Sunita Osborn, PsyD, MA

As more celebrities make the brave decision to tell their stories of pregnancy loss, they create opportunities for the rest of us to share our own.

How I got obsessed with counting calories, and why I finally stopped

September 22, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

Calorie-counting apps are meant to help improve your habits, but they can also lead to disordered eating and other harmful behaviors—like they did for me.

Psychedelic therapy: How it works, benefits, dangers

September 20, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Psychedelics like LSD, ecstasy, and even magic mushrooms have been shown to offer some mental health benefits. However, unsupervised use poses real dangers.

5 tips for minding your relationship during fertility treatment

September 20, 2023 | Written by Kristy Koser, PhD, LPC, LPCC

Fertility treatment can feel lonely and frustrating. Follow this guidance to communicate better with your partner and ask for the support you need.