Identity
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Wrestling with fear as a Jewish therapist
January 23, 2024 | Published by Psychotherapy Networker
A therapist shares the growing anxiety and fear she’s feeling about her Jewish identity, both in and out of session, as war rages on in the Middle East.
Easing access to therapy for Black women and girls
January 22, 2024 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Sharlene Kemler
People of color are much less likely to receive mental health care. In response to this systemic failure, the Loveland Foundation is helping clear the way.
Religion, spirituality, and mental health
October 25, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team
Learn the positive and negative mental health benefits of both religion and spirituality. Find faith-based therapists near you.
Gender identity and mental health
October 25, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team
Gender identity is complex and personal. Learn about common gender terms, systemic challenges, and how to find affirming support.
Breaking the cycle of Jewish American generational trauma
October 16, 2023 | Written by Michelle Goodman | Featuring Galit Atlas, PhD, and Rabbi Tirzah Firestone, PhD
Anxiety and fear are as familiar to American Jews as their own ancestors. But revisiting the past can help disrupt generational trauma and lead to joy.
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.
Conversion therapy and why it’s harmful to mental health
September 19, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team
Conversion therapy is a harmful practice that shames LGBTQIA+ people, putting them at risk for serious mental health concerns.
How to create positive change every day
September 13, 2023 | Written by Lillian Gibson, PhD
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. advocated for justice, peace, and freedom. You can honor his legacy by taking these simple but powerful actions in your daily life.