Embracing Harm Reduction: A Compassionate Approach to Addiction and Substance Abuse

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Addiction is a complex and deeply entrenched issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Whether it’s alcohol, drugs, or any other substance, addiction can have devastating consequences on individuals, families, and communities. Fortunately, there’s a growing recognition that traditional approaches to addiction treatment, which often rely heavily on abstinence-only models, may not be the most Read More …

Exploring the Benefits of Open Relationships and the Role of Therapy in Navigating Them

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In a world that is increasingly embracing diverse relationship structures, open relationships have emerged as an alternative to traditional monogamy. While open relationships may not be suitable for everyone, they offer a range of benefits for those who choose to explore this path. With the potential for increased emotional growth, personal development, and enhanced communication Read More …

Be Careful of People that Don’t See Color

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When I was completing my dissertation, I became intrigued with microaggressions as they are often a common occurrence in the life of a minority. My interest developed into a lecture that I presented to school counselors at the 2018 Florida School Counselor Convention in Orlando. The presentation was entitled Microaggressions: The Smallest Things Can Have Read More …

The Covid-19 Blues

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The Coronavirus pandemic can engender a number of feelings and emotions. One such feeling that is often ignored or overlooked is grief. Grief is a concept that is most often associated with the loss of a loved one. However, symbolic loss which can encompass the loss of a job, the loss of health, the loss Read More …