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Adults, Coping Strategies, Mental Health & Wellness

Coping with the Stress of a Government Shutdown

Here we are again experiencing another government shutdown. Shutdowns affect the entire country, but disproportionately impact us here in the DMV, including in Montgomery County, due to the high volume of government employees who live in this area. Before becoming a therapist, I used to be one of them, and I have felt firsthand the… Continue reading Coping with the Stress of a Government Shutdown

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Coping Strategies, Mental Health & Wellness, Therapy & Support

When Life Shifts: Coping with Change and Uncertainty

Most adults don’t love change . . . and that’s totally normal. We tend to find comfort in routines, structure, and predictability because they help us feel safe and grounded. So when change comes, even if it’s something we chose, a new job, a new baby, or even a divorce, it can still feel disruptive.… Continue reading When Life Shifts: Coping with Change and Uncertainty