Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
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Which Supplements and Herbs Can Help Me With Insomnia?
Discover natural remedies to manage sleeplessness without relying on over-the-counter drugs.
How Does Magnesium Support Mental Health?
From supporting adrenals to supporting sleep, magnesium plays a vital role in supporting mental health as well. To learn more, read on.
Which Supplements and Herbs Can Help Me Combat Brain Fog?
For persistent brain fog, these three herbs may help.
8 Key Supplements to Boost Your Mental Health — Naturally
Herbs, supplements, and other natural remedies promote well-being — yet separating help from hype can be challenging. Follow this expert guidance.
Can Trauma Foster Personal Development?
Some of us struggling in the wake of trauma can also, in time, experience personal growth. This concept is called posttraumatic growth.
Can You Analyze Your Dreams? Yes, and Here’s How
Your subconscious is speaking to you while you’re sleeping. Here are strategies to uncover what it’s saying.
Can Chronic Inflammation in the Body Cause Mental Illness?
Researchers have begun exploring the link between chronic inflammation and psychiatric disorders.
What Is a Behavioral Addiction?
Shopping, gambling, social-media use, and sex are all behaviors that are potentially addictive. Learn how they happen and what defines this type of addiction.
What Are Seniors’ Most Common Mental Health Issues?
Depression and physical decline are just two issues many seniors face.
What Is Social Anxiety Disorder?
Mingling with unfamiliar people and eating in front of others are just two things that can cause debilitating symptoms for people with social anxiety disorder.
Support After a Suicide
A grief specialist offers thoughts on how to support yourself or a loved one after a suicide.
How to Talk About Mental Health — and Ask for Help
The key? Understanding and overcoming the stigma surrounding mental health.
Coping With Ambiguous Loss
How do we find closure when we’re not even sure the door has closed?
Adolescents’ Most Common Mental-Health Issues
When is it depression, social anxiety, or substance abuse — and when is it normal “teen angst”?
The Promise of Psychedelics in Mental-Health Care
Psychedelics such as psilocybin and MDMA have been used to treat everything from depression to PTSD to substance use.
The Benefits of Group Therapy
Individual therapy sessions are great for mental-health support, but group therapy also offers a variety of unique advantages.
The Emotional Impact of Miscarriage
Coping with the loss of a pregnancy can take a toll on both a person and a relationship. Here’s why — and what to do about it.
Understanding ADHD
Treating ADHD starts by understanding what it is — and what it isn’t.
How to Find the Right Therapist
Credentials, cost, and length of treatment are just a few factors to consider when finding a therapist.
The Warning Signs of Depression — and When to Seek Help
Depression is more common than you might think. Here are some symptoms of depression, as well as new treatments.