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Men and Mental Health: Why Needing Help Isn’t Something to Be Embarrassed About

On June 25th, Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing had one of the roughest games of his young career. He crossed up superstar Shohei Ohtani on the mound, made mistakes on both sides of the ball, and spent much of the game visibly frustrated in the dugout. His manager, his pitching coach, and veteran first baseman Freddie […]

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Why End-of-Year Burnout Hits So Hard — And How to Recover

As the holidays approach and the year winds down, many people feel a mix of excitement, pressure, and exhaustion. Between deadlines, family expectations, travel, and emotional overload, it’s no surprise that end-of-year burnout is one of the most common struggles people bring to counseling during the winter months. At Courageous Counseling & Consulting, therapist Jessica […]

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Navigating Holiday Mental Health: Healing, Hope, and Support at Courageous Counseling & Consulting

The holiday season, often painted with images of joy and celebration, can be a challenging time for many, triggering stress, depression and anxiety, especially for those healing from past trauma. At Courageous Counseling & Consulting, we understand that the pressure to be festive can exacerbate emotional wounds, and we’re here to provide holiday mental health […]

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The Evolution of Modern Mental Health Care

In recent years, modern mental health care has undergone a remarkable evolution. While media depictions of therapists and what psychotherapy treatment looked like were never the most accurate (or flattering, in most cases), the mental health care philosophy has evolved from the traditional image of stuffy, boring psychotherapy sessions where patients recline on a couch […]