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Understanding the Benefits of Professional Counseling
Seeking help from a professional counselor can be a significant step towards improving mental health and overall well-being. Many people...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
May 11, 20254 min read
Gentle Parenting: A Compassionate Approach to Raising Children
Gentle parenting isn’t just a parenting “style”—it’s a philosophy grounded in connection, respect, and understanding. It’s about seeing...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
May 3, 20254 min read
Helping the Planet, Helping Ourselves: How Environmental Action Supports Emotional Resilience
The Psychological Impact of Climate Concerns (Eco-Anxiety) In the mental health world, people are increasingly talking about eco-anxiety...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
Apr 22, 20254 min read
When Parenting Styles Clash: Navigating Authoritarian vs. Gentle Parenting
Parenting can be tough on its own, but when you and your partner have different ideas about how to raise your kids, things can get a...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
Apr 17, 20255 min read
Things I’ve Learned from Being Both a Therapist and a Therapy Client
After spending time in therapy myself and working as a therapist myself, I’ve realized there are so many things I wish I had known...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
Apr 5, 20253 min read
Balancing Career and Motherhood: Strategies for Self-Care and Resilience
Struggling to balance career and motherhood? Discover practical tips to set boundaries, manage stress, and thrive in both roles.
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
Mar 22, 20252 min read
Feminism and Mental Health: Why Advocacy Matters
International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate progress toward gender equality while recognizing the challenges that still exist. Women...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
Mar 8, 20256 min read
Building Self-Esteem: How to Silence Your Inner Critic
We all have an inner critic—that nagging voice that tells us we're not good enough, smart enough, or capable enough. While it may seem...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
Feb 18, 20252 min read
Access to Medical and Mental Health Care for Black People: A Critical Conversation
February is Black History Month, a time to reflect on the contributions, struggles, and resilience of Black communities throughout...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
Feb 1, 20257 min read
The Power of Self-Compassion: How to Be Kinder to Yourself in 2025
As we enter 2025, it’s easy to get caught up in the pressure to start fresh, make drastic changes, or set lofty goals. The idea of...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
Jan 1, 20253 min read
Co-Parenting During the Holidays: A Therapist’s Guide
The holidays can bring joy and togetherness, but for separated or divorced families, they may also bring stress, tension, and complex...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
Dec 18, 20243 min read
Surviving Holiday Perfectionism: Letting Go of Expectations
The holiday season is often seen as a time for joy, togetherness, and making memories. However, for many people, the pressure to create...
Alicia Hawley-Bernardez
Nov 27, 20244 min read
This content is intended for educational purposes only and is not a replacement for therapy or professional mental health care. Reading or using this resource does not create a therapist-client relationship.
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