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Guides to help you understand what you feel and take the first step, reviewed by our Clinical Director.
- Mental health help without insurance: your optionsNeed mental health help without insurance? Learn about free and low-cost options in the US, how they work and what to ask before you start.Read article
- How to support a loved one with mental illnessA practical guide to supporting a loved one with mental illness: how to talk to them, what to avoid, when to seek help and how to take care of yourself too.Read article
- Stress: when it stops being normal and how to manage itLearn how to manage stress day to day, how to tell when it stops being normal and when it’s worth talking to a therapist.Read article
- Why do people get depressed? Causes and how it affects your daily lifeWhy do people get depressed? Learn the most common causes, risk factors and how depression affects your daily life and relationships.Read article
- Where to Get Help for Depression: A Guide to Taking the First Step in the USWondering where to get help for depression? Here are your options in the US: crisis lines, your doctor, community health centers and therapy in Spanish, with or without insurance.Read article
- How to Choose a Psychologist: What to Check Before You StartLearn how to choose a psychologist in the US: which license to check, what to ask in your first session and how to tell if they are the right fit for you.Read article
- How to Take Care of Your Mental Health on Your Own: Simple Habits to Feel BetterHow can you improve your mental health without therapy? 9 simple habits to take care of your mental health on your own, and how to know when it is time to ask for help.Read article
- How Do I Know If I Need Therapy? Signs That Talking to Someone Could HelpHow do you know if you need therapy? Learn the emotional, physical and relationship signs that talking to a licensed professional could help you.Read article
- How to Overcome Psychological Trauma: A Path You Don’t Have to Walk AloneLearn how to overcome psychological trauma: common reactions, what you can do to take care of yourself and when to seek trauma therapy with a Spanish-speaking professional.Read article
- Tips to Prepare for Online Therapy: Make the Most of Every SessionPractical tips to prepare for your online therapy session: your space, your connection, what to think about beforehand and how to make the most of your time with your therapist.Read article
- Stages of Grief: Understanding What You Feel and When to Ask for HelpLearn the 5 stages of grief, why they don’t always happen in order, how long grief can last and the signs it is time to seek help from a psychologist or therapist.Read article
- Migratory Grief: The Emotional Impact of Leaving Your CountryWhat is migratory grief? Learn about the emotional losses that come with migrating, the most common signs and how a Spanish-speaking therapist can help you cope.Read article