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Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC 

Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC 

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What Is Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria?

A therapist explains rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) — the intense emotional pain some people, especially those with ADHD, feel in response to perceived rejection or criticism.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Emotional IntelligenceMindfulness/Meditation
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How to Support Men’s Mental Health

Men are more likely to suffer in silence when it comes to mental health issues (and their suicide rates are four times higher than women). With the right support, though, healing is possible.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Men's HealthMental Health
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Does Shame Actually Motivate You to Get Healthy?

As it turns out, feeling bad about yourself isn't a great catalyst for change. Here's what works instead.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Attitude/MindsetFitness Tips
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Understanding Perinatal Depression Versus Postpartum Depression

Media and cultural portrayals of the joys of new motherhood can be wildly misleading. Here's what to understand about peripartum and postpartum depression.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Pregnancy & Postnatal
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5 Strategies for Coping With a Narcissist

Try the following tips when dealing with a narcissistic personality.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Emotional IntelligenceHealthy Communication
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5 Signs That It’s Time to Break Up With Your Therapist

Consider the following red flags if you’re on the fence about whether to stick it out with your therapist.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Healthy CommunicationPersonal Development
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Can Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Treat Chronic Depression?

Learn about this option for treating depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, migraine, and smoking cessation.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Depression & AnxietyMental Health
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How to Break Up With Your Therapist

A good working relationship with your therapist is key to successful treatment. So how can you tell if your therapist is right for you? And if they aren’t, how do you end the relationship?
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Mental Health
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Can Ketamine Therapy Help Treat Depression and Other Mental Health Disorders?

Ketamine may help treat both acute and chronic depression, as well as other mental health disorders like addiction and PTSD. Learn how it works.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Depression & AnxietyMental Health
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What Is Moral Injury — and How Is It Different from PTSD?

Sometimes we’re forced to do something that goes against our conscience or moral compass. The damage this can cause to our beliefs, values, or ethical code of conduct can be long lasting.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Attitude/MindsetEmotional Intelligence
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