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5 Things I Absolutely Love About Working for BetterHelp (Plus 3 Areas That Need Tweaking)

Explore the pros and cons of working for BetterHelp, an online counseling platform that offers flexibility, convenience, and growth opportunities for therapists.

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How to Provide Psychological First Aid: A Comprehensive Guide For Mental Health Professionals

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Explore how to provide Psychological First Aid (PFA), a lifeline for individuals

133 Thought-Provoking Mental Health Journal Prompts For Millennials

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Learn the benefits of journaling and gain access to 133 thought-provoking mental

How To Start a Mental Health Blog in 2022: A Simple (But Complete) Guide For Beginners

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This simple but complete 6-part guide will teach you how to start,

A Therapist’s Guide To Online Therapy With BetterHelp in 2025

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What Is Virtual Counseling? A Complete Guide To Online Therapy in 2021

In this comprehensive guide, a licensed therapist tells you everything you need to know about online virtual counseling, and how to tell if it's right for you.

The Four Horsemen How To Overcome Toxic Communication Habits According To Experts

The Four Horsemen of Relationships: How To Overcome Toxic Communication Habits, According to Experts

Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling - what Dr. John Gottman calls "The Four Horsemen of Relationships." We'll talk about what they are and how to avoid them.

20 Professional Therapists Share Their Thoughts on Suicide Prevention

For many, suicide is a subject shrouded in mystery. To learn more about it, we interviewed therapists to get their thoughts on suicide and suicide prevention.

Did You Know You Can Earn (up to) $135,000 As An Online Therapist with BetterHelp?

Would you like to become an online therapist with BetterHelp? Here’s our guide on how to apply, qualifications, and pay for online therapy jobs with BetterHelp.

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How To Ruin a Great Relationship in 8 Easy Steps

Whatever you do, avoid these 8 toxic relationship behaviors - unless you want to ruin yours.

14 Smart Ways to Set Boundaries with a Narcissist

14 Game-Changing Ways to Set Boundaries with A Narcissist

Dealing with a narcissist can feel like an endless battle where your needs are ignored, your emotions are manipulated, and your personal space is constantly invaded. Whether it’s a family

11 Clear Signs of a Toxic Relationship That You Need To Know

Toxic relationships are like drinking emotional poison. Here are 11 clear signs that you're in one and that things need to change.

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9 Dumb Platitudes That Suck The Air Out of a Therapy Session

A platitude is cheap. It’s a throwaway statement, one well-meaning people use when they don’t know what else to say. But platitudes have a way of angering those on the

12 Hard Questions You Want To Ask Your Therapist But Don’t (According To Google)

Many clients have questions they want to ask their therapist, but are uncomfortable doing so. In this post, you'll get answers to 12 of them.

7 hidden of depression (that medication won't fix)

7 Hidden Causes of Depression (That Medication Won’t Fix)

Are you still suffering from clinical depression despite taking prescription medication? Here are 7 causes of depression that pills, unfortunately, won't fix.

Distorted Thinking and Common Cognitive Distortions

Distorted Thinking: 10 Common Cognitive Distortions You Need To Avoid

Cognitive distortions are irrational and distorted thinking patterns that are often the root cause of depression and anxiety. This post teaches you how to identify and defeat them.

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Why Emotional Awareness Becomes a Problem Before It Becomes a Skill

Emotional awareness in recovery from addiction is often presented as an uncomplicated good in addiction recovery. Notice your feelings. Name them. Stay present. The assumption is that once someone becomes more aware of their internal experience, things should start to settle. Cravings should make

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5 Hard Truths About Emotional Boundaries in Addiction Recovery

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Early recovery often comes with a quiet, destabilizing realization: stopping substances doesn’t

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The idea that you can reverse diabetes often sounds either too good

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Weight loss is often framed as a matter of discipline, planning, or

How Dual Specializations Are Shaping the Future of Nurse Practitioners

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January 11, 2026

he nursing profession has always been rooted in adaptability. From bedside care

Is Equine Therapy an Evidence-Based Approach For The Treatment of PTSD?

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Interest in equine therapy has grown steadily over the past few decades,

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5 Things I Absolutely Love About Working for BetterHelp (Plus 3 Areas That Need Tweaking)

How to Provide Psychological First Aid: A Comprehensive Guide For Mental Health Professionals

133 Thought-Provoking Mental Health Journal Prompts For Millennials

How To Start a Mental Health Blog in 2022: A Simple (But Complete) Guide For Beginners

A Therapist’s Guide To Online Therapy With BetterHelp in 2025

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What Is Virtual Counseling? A Complete Guide To Online Therapy in 2021

The Four Horsemen of Relationships: How To Overcome Toxic Communication Habits, According to Experts

20 Professional Therapists Share Their Thoughts on Suicide Prevention

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How To Ruin a Great Relationship in 8 Easy Steps

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Is Equine Therapy an Evidence-Based Approach For The Treatment of PTSD?

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