Self-CareSetting Realistic Goals in the New Year
As you approach the New Year, it's important to set realistic expectations and goals. Learn tips from our Director of Clinical Therapy on reflecting, setting attainable goals, and practicing mindfulness.
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StoriesMember Spotlight: Miosoti’s Story
For Miosoti, depression left her feeling lost and caused her to internalize negative emotions. She didn’t want to see friends, wasn’t eating, and wanted to be left alone all the time. Miosoti had struggled with depression for four or five years, but couldn’t afford to keep up with treatment—until she found Brightside. Here is her […]
TherapyWhat Therapy Can Do for You: 4 Things to Know Before Starting
Many people don't know what to expect when starting therapy. Learn the four things you should know, signs you could benefit from therapy, and how it helps with anxiety and depression.
Anxiety5 Tips to Protect Your Mental Health This Holiday Season
The holiday season brings unique stressors that can take a toll on your mental health. Licensed Clinical Psychologist Dr. Beverly Barclay shares five tips for setting realistic expectations, staying connected, and protecting your wellbeing.
Election Anxiety: 4 Tips to Help Manage
With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and presidential elections, Americans are feeling stress and anxiety more than ever. Learn four tips from our Chief Medical Officer to help manage election day anxiety.
Member Spotlight: Kyle’s Story
Kyle, a professional chef, has always loved to cook. However, when he cooked for his girlfriend at home, he would get incredibly self-conscious about how the food tasted. The weight of his depression caused him to second guess his skills and eroded his self-esteem. Kyle struggled with depression for most of his life, but when […]
Member Spotlight: Marnie’s Story
Marnie struggled with depression for years, but it wasn’t until recently that her anxiety symptoms started to pop up in unpleasant ways. When her life began to spin out of control, she knew it was time to seek depression and anxiety treatment. At first, she was reluctant to start treatment, but things have started to […]
Dr. Constance Guille Talks Grief & Coping After Infertility and Miscarriage
Dr. Constance Guille, a perinatal psychiatry expert, discusses the emotions women experience when struggling with infertility and loss, and shares healthy coping strategies for moving through grief.
Bridgett’s Depression and Anxiety Treatment Experience
Bridgett’s anxiety attacks and sleepless nights began when she was in third grade. After spending her childhood and teenage years struggling with symptoms of depression and anxiety, fear of being judged still prevented her from seeking treatment. Another five years passed before she decided to seek treatment. This is Bridgett’s depression and anxiety treatment experience […]
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