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Burnout: Recovering from the Symptoms of Chronic Stress using Therapeutic Approaches

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Burnout 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 blurred the boundaries between work and personal life, making it difficult for individuals to disconnect and recharge. Additionally, the competitive … Read more

Why Parents of Children with Autism (and Other Developmental Delays) Need Therapy Too

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Hey there, super-parents! We all know how amazing, yet challenging, it is to raise a child with autism or other developmental delays. You’re constantly on the go, juggling appointments, therapies, school meetings, and so much more.  While it’s natural to put your child’s needs first, it’s equally important to take care of yourself. Between all of … Read more

Five Rules for Navigating Conflict with Your Partner

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By Skyler Martin, STL Couples Therapist In romantic partnerships, conflict is inevitable. Often, couples fall into one of two extremes. Either they engage in high intensity, emotionally charged arguments or they tiptoe around their differences, causing the relationship to slowly deteriorate from unresolved issues over time.  Both options of dealing with conflict damage the relationship … Read more

4 Essential Factors to Consider in Recovery from Substance Abuse

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Hi there, readers! I’m Skyler Martin, a West County therapist at Marble Wellness in St. Louis, MO. I specialize in working with individuals struggling to get or stay sober. Maintaining sobriety can be difficult. Especially if you’ve come to rely on a particular substance to regulate your mood or cope with stress. Because substance abuse … Read more

Burnout Uncovered: Understanding, Preventing, and Recovering from Chronic Stress

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Blog post "Burnout Uncovered: Understanding, Preventing, and Recovering from Chronic Stress from a St. Louis, MO therapist."

Have you been noticing that you’re feeling a bit more stressed and exhausted than usual? Sometimes, when we’re constantly dealing with high levels of stress without adequate rest or support, it can lead to burnout. Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It often involves feelings … Read more

Pausing: A St. Louis Therapist’s Insights on the Power of Pausing for Your Mental Health

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Blog post, "Pausing: A St. Louis, MO Therapist's Insights on the Power of Pausing for Your Mental Health". Chronic stress and burnout treatment with online therapy in Missouri.

By Cara Peroutka, a St. Louis, MO couples therapist One of my favorite things to do is watch movies. Now to be honest, I do not get control of the TV much thanks to the people I live with but when I do, typically I have to push pause multiple times because someone usually needs … Read more

The Power of Community: Building a Support Network for Working Moms

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Blog post "The power of community: Building a support network for working moms in St. Louis, MO with a West County therapist."

Hello, amazing Chicago area moms! As a West Loop mental health therapist specializing in supporting moms in our bustling windy city, I want to dive into a topic that’s close to my heart: the invaluable power of community for working moms like you. Life as a mom balancing work and family responsibilities can feel like … Read more

Seeking Balance: Slowing Down in this Fast Paced World

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Do you feel like you are just going through the motions and lacking the joy and energy you once had? Ask yourself… When was the last time you really smiled and truly laughed until your belly ached?  Sadly, I think most of us can relate! Feeling like hamsters running the wheel trying to keep up … Read more