Music, Memory, and Mental Health: How Sound Shapes Our Emotions
Music has been a constant thread throughout my life. Growing up in a musical household, I was surrounded by rhythm and melody—my mom...
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stevensulcsw
- Feb 9, 2022
- 3 min
Grief and Bereavement: How Can Therapy Help?
There is one universal experience that we will all face, yet it’s often avoided in conversation—death. And for those left behind, the...
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stevensulcsw
- Aug 9, 2021
- 1 min
TED Talk: The Cure for Burnout (hint: it isn't self-care)
Learn strategies to take look within and take care of yourself before the burn.
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stevensulcsw
- Jul 29, 2021
- 1 min
TED Talk: Essential Questions to Ask Your Future Self
Get ready for your future!
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stevensulcsw
- Jul 28, 2021
- 1 min
Read: Why Should I See an Out-of-Network Therapist?
Thoughts to consider when selecting an out-of-network therapist, and why out-of-network could be advantageous over in-network providers....
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stevensulcsw
- Jul 1, 2021
- 3 min
"How Can I Convince Someone to Go to Therapy?"
Do you have compassion for a loved one and want them to get help? Are you concerned about a friend's unusual behavior and think they...
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stevensulcsw
- Jun 24, 2021
- 2 min
4 Ways to Approach Intimate Relationship Problems
When couples face intimate relationship problems, there tend to be four approaches with how they may choose to move forward. Here they...
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stevensulcsw
- May 10, 2021
- 4 min
Coping with Depression
Coping with depression is a tricky business. People experience different combinations of the symptoms of depression, and there are also...
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stevensulcsw
- Jan 30, 2021
- 2 min
Is Honesty the Best Policy?
I think what makes me a good therapist is that I have a strong honesty policy in my own personal code of ethics. I have, though, gotten...
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stevensulcsw
- Jan 26, 2021
- 2 min
Setting Boundaries and Tackling Ruminating Thoughts
Working at the California Institution for Women in Corona - the women's state prison in Southern California - was one of the most...
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stevensulcsw
- Jan 11, 2021
- 1 min
My Office is Ready for You After COVID
When I had visions of starting my private practice, I had a few things in mind when it came to my physical office space. I wanted it to...
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stevensulcsw
- Dec 30, 2020
- 2 min
Emotional First Aid
Let's imagine you're running around in a field after a picnic and then you step on something sharp and it cuts your foot. What do you do?...
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stevensulcsw
- Dec 16, 2020
- 1 min
TED Talk: Why We Should All Try Therapy
The psychologist making this presentation poses a solid argument on why anyone and everyone should try therapy. You do not need to be...
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stevensulcsw
- Dec 4, 2020
- 1 min
Cultural Perspectives in Mental Health: Asian Americans
I want to share a link to an article that I found helpful in giving me new perspectives on my disconnect with elder family members...
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stevensulcsw
- Dec 1, 2020
- 1 min
Do One Thing Today
This artist paints a realistic snapshot of a moment in depression. Based on my own analysis, depressive symptoms evident in this art...
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stevensulcsw
- Dec 1, 2020
- 1 min
Start Where You Are
Sometimes folks come into treatment with a slew of topics they want to explore and they do not know where to begin. I am remembering a...
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stevensulcsw
- Nov 21, 2020
- 1 min
I’d Be Weary of Talkspace
I am on some private online groups for mental health clinicians, and I’ve noticed there are several and consistent negative comments...
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stevensulcsw
- Nov 10, 2020
- 1 min
Is Teletherapy Effective?
Short answer: Yes. My first experience with Teletherapy (or "Telehealth") was when I was interning at USC's Telehealth Online Clinic my...
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stevensulcsw
- Nov 6, 2020
- 1 min
"You just need to relax!" Well, how???
Have you ever been told by someone to "Just relax!" when dealing with something stressful or aggravating? It's quite common, and my...
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stevensulcsw
- Nov 5, 2020
- 4 min
Why Therapy is an Essential Investment in Your Mental Health
When it comes to your mental health, you deserve the best care possible. I often tell my clients that therapy is like addressing a leaky...
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