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Jessica Chang, MHC-LP Jessica Chang, MHC-LP

March and Springtime Reflections

It is a time full of mental health awareness, women’s history and International Woman’s Day, and the end of winter.  March is also the anniversary date of the World Health Organization (WHO) declaring COVID-19 a global pandemic

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A Condensed Look At Women’s Mental Health

Contextual and environmental factors are essential to obtain a nuanced and holistic understanding of how all women’s mental health and wellbeing are impacted by systemic disparities without pathologizing their responses to oppression, marginalization, and violence. 

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Katherine |Katu| Medina-Pineda, MHC-LP Katherine |Katu| Medina-Pineda, MHC-LP

Breaking it Down: Decolonizing Therapy

Decolonizing therapy invites clinicians to politicize their practice and acknowledge the impact and wound of colonization on everybody, particularly minoritized populations from the Global South.

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Jessica Chang, MHC-LP Jessica Chang, MHC-LP

Immigrant Deportation Trauma

Explore the impact of immigration enforcement on families in the U.S. Learn how the threat of deportation affects millions, especially children and marginalized communities.

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Katherine |Katu| Medina-Pineda, MHC-LP Katherine |Katu| Medina-Pineda, MHC-LP

Navigating Political Anxiety

Explore the profound impact of government actions on mental health. Discover how rising stress levels reflect a deliberate agenda affecting citizens worldwide.

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Jessica Chang, MHC-LP Jessica Chang, MHC-LP

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies

Cognitive-behavioral therapy combines cognitive, or insight-based, therapy with behavioral therapy, which focuses on changing one’s behaviors. 

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Jessica Chang, MHC-LP Jessica Chang, MHC-LP

Stress Management, Holiday Edition.

Navigate holiday stress with our expert advice. Learn how to prioritize your mental well-being and reduce anxiety during this challenging time of year.

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On not regretting regret

Explore the complex nature of regret, a negative emotion that can lead to valuable insights and personal growth, transforming loss into meaningful life lessons.

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Phone Addiction and Mental Health

Explore the rising concerns of phone and social media addiction, particularly among teens, and understand its mental health implications in a post-pandemic world.

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Jessica Chang, MHC-LP Jessica Chang, MHC-LP

Psychodynamic Therapy

Uncover the benefits of psychodynamic therapy, which delves into your past and subconscious to foster insight, self-awareness, and healthier relationships in your life.

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Jessica Chang, MHC-LP Jessica Chang, MHC-LP

(Internalized) Oppression

Explore the complexities of skin-whitening products, their health risks, and the psychological impact on women. Understand the global concerns and policies in place.

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Dissociation and Mental Health

Dissociation is a coping mechanism that serves to protect people while dealing with overwhelming or traumatic experiences. 

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