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FLOURISH UPSTATE COUNSELING
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9 hours ago2 min read
Addressing Self-Criticism
We often have a voice in our head criticizing so much of what we do. It can be helpful to have a critical voice so that we can own up to...
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9 hours ago3 min read
Self-Care Plan for Clients Struggling with Burnout and Exhaustion
You won't be able to do all of these every day and that's ok! You don't need to do all of them. But look for the categories in which you...
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Jan 71 min read
Therapy Covered by Insurance
It can be difficult to find a therapist that is in-network with your insurance and accepting new clients. Flourish Upstate Counseling is...
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Oct 29, 20243 min read
Repair Relationship after Conflict
This is a guide to help you learn to repair relationships after conflict. You can use this with romantic relationships, friendships, or...
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Sep 23, 20244 min read
Why Do People Put Off Seeking Therapy for Depression?
Despite the growing awareness around mental health, many people still delay seeking depression treatment. Whether it’s due to stigma,...
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flourishupstatecou
Sep 12, 20243 min read
Dealing with Guilt - The purpose of guilt & when its too much
We’ve all been there—feeling that knot in your stomach after making a mistake, letting someone down, or just not living up to your own...
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flourishupstatecou
Jun 5, 20243 min read
Listening to emotions rather than shutting them down
Emotions are often seen as annoying, something we wish we didn't have, what we go to therapy to fix, or whims of character. However, they...
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May 22, 20243 min read
Preemptive Grief: A personal experience
Preemptive grief, or anticipatory grief, is when we anticipate a significant loss, especially when a loved one is terminally ill or...
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flourishupstatecou
May 9, 20243 min read
Pursuit of Perfection
How to manage perfectionism. When perfectionism is helpful and when it is hurtful.
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flourishupstatecou
Apr 23, 20243 min read
The Vital Link: Understanding the Connection Between Physical and Mental Health
As a therapist, I often encounter misconceptions about the separation of mind and body. However, modern science and clinical experiences...
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flourishupstatecou
Apr 23, 20243 min read
Protecting Relationships with Boundaries
I'm often working with people that have a hard time being treated the way they want by friends, family or a partner. They might let...
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flourishupstatecou
Apr 19, 20243 min read
Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Anxiety and Avoidance
As a therapist, I often encounter clients caught in the challenging cycle of anxiety and avoidance. This cycle can be particularly...
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flourishupstatecou
Apr 19, 20243 min read
Managing Anger: The Protective Emotion
Anger can protect us from feeling other emotions. These other emotions often tell us what we need before we can release the anger.
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