Mental Health Blog

Mental Health Blog

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Can You Do EMDR and CBT at the Same Time?

Combining EMDR and CBT therapies can have complementary benefits, with EMDR processing trauma and CBT building coping skills, though working with one therapist versed in both is ideal for an integrated approach.
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Why People Skip Therapy Sessions?

Common reasons for missing counseling appointments - from forgetfulness to financial limitations or disengagement - and expert tips tailored to each cause for sticking with vital continuity instead of succumbing to session sabotage.
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Does Canada Have Free Therapy?

While Canada does not provide insurance coverage for private therapy, the country has options for free and low-cost mental health resources available.
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Dangers of Christian Counseling: Navigating complex issues

Though faith-based therapy can deeply support believers, conversion pushes, science denialism, and restricted treatment options require vetting counselor ethics — learning warning signs and balancing spiritual nurturing with identity-affirming evidence-based care.
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Why is BetterHelp So Expensive? The Hard Truth [2025]

BetterHelp costs warrant comparison to rising in-office therapy prices exceeding $225 per session before transportation. This analysis reviews online convenience costs versus traditional formats less affordable for many.
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Is Hypnotherapy Legit?

Does hypnotherapy actually work, or is it smoke and mirrors? Learn the real science behind this controversial practice's effectiveness for anxiety, pain, and more.
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Does Tricare Cover BetterHelp? [2025]

Tricare insurance does not cover direct-to-consumer therapy platforms like BetterHelp, but military families can still access affordable online counseling through Tricare-approved providers.
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How Common Are Mental Breakdowns During Therapy Sessions?

Though estimates vary, some research suggests around one in ten clients may experience intense emotional distress or crises at some point in psychotherapy, with an empathetic therapist helping transform breakdowns into breakthroughs.
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What Topics Are Off Limits In Therapy Sessions?

While most compassionate therapists allow clients to discuss personal struggles without judgement, certain topics like plans to self-harm or harm others should prompt clinicians to enforce ethical boundaries.
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Can You Do EMDR and DBT at the Same Time?

EMDR focuses on processing past trauma while DBT teaches coping skills for the present; with careful integration by an experienced therapist, these modalities can complement each other to address both triggers and regulation.

Welcome to Therapy Helpers’ mental health blog, where we provide insightful and educational content on various topics related to mental health. Our blog covers a broad spectrum of mental health topics, including depression, anxiety, trauma, self-care, relationships, and much more. Our primary goal is to provide our readers with valuable information and resources that can help them improve their mental health and well-being.

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