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Understanding the Stages of Grief: An STL Therapist’s Perspective
READ MORE >: Understanding the Stages of Grief: An STL Therapist’s PerspectiveGrief is a profound and deeply personal experience that can leave us feeling lost and overwhelmed. One way to make sense of this journey is to understand the stages of grief, a concept introduced by…
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How do you cope with TTC as a couple? Make it a 3-legged race!
READ MORE >: How do you cope with TTC as a couple? Make it a 3-legged race!by Danica Wolf, MSW How do you NOT ruin your relationship when trying to conceive? Yeah, this is a very real question for couples trying to get pregnant in St. Louis and beyond. Recently, I…
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Coping with Sudden Loss vs. Anticipated Loss: Strategies and Insights
READ MORE >: Coping with Sudden Loss vs. Anticipated Loss: Strategies and InsightsGrief is a universal experience, yet it manifests uniquely for each person. When we talk about loss, it’s essential to understand that the circumstances surrounding it significantly influence the grieving process. As a mental health…
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How to Cope With Major Individual Stress as a Couple
READ MORE >: How to Cope With Major Individual Stress as a Coupleby Danica Wolf, MSW You know the feeling: Life is life-ing HARD. Trials and tribulations are flowing. Maybe it’s work stuff, health stuff, finances, all of the above. School, family, relatives, friends, etc. All of…
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Burnout: Addressing Chronic Stress using Holistic Approaches
READ MORE >: Burnout: Addressing Chronic Stress using Holistic ApproachesAddressing burnout often requires a holistic approach that considers various aspects of an individual’s life. Burnout is not solely a work-related issue; it’s a complex interplay of physical, emotional, social, and psychological factors. Today, we’ll…
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Discovering the Core of You: Beyond Roles to True Identity
READ MORE >: Discovering the Core of You: Beyond Roles to True IdentityWritten by Kristi Machica, Marble Wellness Clinical Director & Therapist “I want to feel more like myself.” Or “I don’t know who I am anymore.” These statements are common statements I hear in sessions at…
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What is Sandtray Therapy and How Can It Help with Grief Processing?
READ MORE >: What is Sandtray Therapy and How Can It Help with Grief Processing?Sandtray therapy is a unique form of expressive therapy that involves the use of a sandbox and miniature figures, objects, and symbols. Using this technique, clients create scenes or “worlds” in the sand, which serve…
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Burnout: Recovering from the Symptoms of Chronic Stress using Therapeutic Approaches
READ MORE >: Burnout: Recovering from the Symptoms of Chronic Stress using Therapeutic ApproachesBurnout has become increasingly common in today’s fast-paced and demanding world. Many factors contribute to this widespread issue, including high workloads, long hours, and the pressure to constantly perform and achieve. Advances in technology have…
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Finding Peace After the Death of a Loved One
READ MORE >: Finding Peace After the Death of a Loved OneLosing a loved one is one of the most profound and challenging experiences we can face. The journey to finding peace after a death is deeply personal and often filled with complex emotions. As a…
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More Signs a Man Needs Therapy
READ MORE >: More Signs a Man Needs TherapyIn the first part of this blog series, we discussed some common signs of depression in men, such as persistent sadness, changes in sleep patterns, and loss of interest in activities. But depression and other…