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Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Counseling, Mental Health
Introduction Starting therapy is one of the most courageous decisions you can make for your mental health. But walking into your first session without asking the right questions is a little like starting a road trip without a map. You might get somewhere, but it may not be where you intended to go. Here is …
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Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Relationships, Therapy, Women's Mental health
Introduction This International Women’s Day, as we celebrate women’s achievements, resilience, and contributions to society, we must also acknowledge a less comfortable truth: women face unique and often overlooked mental health challenges that deserve urgent attention and open conversation. The statistics are sobering. According to recent data, 27.2% of women in the United States experience …
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Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Children and Adolescent Counseling, Relationships
Introduction Teen dating violence is a serious and widespread problem affecting young people across Oklahoma and throughout the United States. Despite its prevalence, many parents, educators, and even teens themselves don’t recognize the warning signs until a relationship has become dangerous or damaging. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 …
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Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Individual Counseling, Mental Health, Therapy
In recent years, self-care has become a cultural phenomenon. From bubble baths and meditation apps to journaling and yoga classes, we’re constantly reminded to prioritize our mental wellness through self-care practices. Social media is flooded with self-care tips, and the wellness industry has grown into a multi-billion dollar market. But here’s an important question that …
Posted by Improving Lives Counseling | Anxiety, Mental Health
The holiday season is often portrayed as the most wonderful time of the year, filled with joy, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. However, for many people across Oklahoma and beyond, the period immediately following the holidays can trigger heightened anxiety, depression, and overwhelming stress. If you’ve noticed your anxiety symptoms intensifying after the …
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