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- 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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- 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...
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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- 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...
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...
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?...
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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- 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
stevensulcsw
- Nov 5, 2020
- 2 min
"When should I start therapy?" *Service prices reduced*
I like to give folks the analogy of a leaky roof when talking about when a person should start therapy. Imagine you have a home with a...