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Advantages of Male Therapists: A Guide for Men Seeking Therapy

Ross Mills, MS, APC, NCC, delves into the advantages of having a male therapist in his most recent blog article with The AHA! Connection: The Mental Health Connection. He discusses that when it comes to men seeking therapy, the journey is deeply personal and varies for each individual. One critical factor for many men is...

February 3, 2025

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Understanding Test-Taking Anxiety

It’s the moment you’ve been preparing for. You’ve studied for hours; you know the information inside and out. The time has come. The exam is handed to you. Immediately, your mind goes blank, your palms get sweaty, and you start to panic due to the anxiety that starts to creep in. Thoughts of being a […]

October 16, 2024

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Anxiety in Children – Advice for Helping Worried Kids Find Calm

In our ongoing collaboration with the Aha Connection, licensed counselor Jessica Fosse with Atlanta Specialized Care shares some advice for helping worried kids find calm. Anxiety in children can be overwhelming for both caregivers and the child when it hits, but Fosse offers helpful and practical solutions for when anxi...

August 21, 2024

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Confronting Unresolved Issues from Your Past: Midlife is a Natural Time of Reflection

As we enter our 40s and 50s, we naturally look back and reflect on the many choices we have made for our lives so far, see where we’ve been, and look ahead to where we want to go. During this “life review,” unresolved issues or regrets from our past tend to surface, and we find […]

June 21, 2024

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The Path to Adulthood is filled with Challenges & Opportunities

The transition from High School to College, or College and Adulthood, can be exciting yet anxiety-provoking for young adults. In our ongoing collaboration with the Aha! Connection, the most recent article posted discusses this topic. ASC’s Licensed Therapist, Neitcha Thomsen, writes an insightful blog on the skills and r...

May 17, 2024

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Spotting Codependency Patterns in Relationships: Are You Struggling to Balance Your Own Needs with Caring for Others?

Many of us fall into codependency patterns in our close relationships without realizing it. Codependency refers to relying on another person for happiness, self-esteem, and identity. In codependent relationships, we tend to prioritize the needs of others over our own, often in an unhealthy way. We may make excuses for a ...

May 10, 2024

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Can I See the Same Therapist for Depression and Anxiety Counseling?

Suffering from depression and anxiety can be difficult and distressing. People of all ages deal with depression and or anxiety, but many don’t realize that the two are very closely connected. Research shows that up to 60% of people with depression also experience anxiety, and 50 to 70% of those with anxiety tend to becom...

January 29, 2024

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How A Professional Counselor Can Improve Employee Performance

More than anything else, the success of a business often hinges on the performance of its employees. When performance standards are not being met or when a pattern of negative behavior or poor work habits develops, it can have a significant adverse impact on your company’s bottom line. One of the most effective ways to [...

January 20, 2023

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How To Manage Your Body Image

Practically everyone is self-conscious about their appearance, especially when it comes to beauty, weight, and body proportions. After all, we all want to look our best – for our own satisfaction, as well as to make a positive impression on others. However, many people struggle with body image, especially with models and...

December 9, 2022

Body Image Counseling

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