Going to therapy is courageous — you’re putting yourself first and committing to your emotional and mental well-being. Whether you’re a child or teenager struggling with social anxiety, depression, or any other mental health condition, seeking help through counseling is commendable. However, it’s also natural to feel a little nervous about the process or to wonder if it’s confidential for children and teens.  It’s normal for children and teenagers to want to know what therapists tell their parents after each talk

Between school, social pressures, and the typical rollercoaster of teenage emotions, it’s normal for teenagers to struggle sometimes. But how do you know when it’s more than just typical teen angst? When should a teenager see a therapist? Seeking therapy isn’t a last resort — it’s a proactive step toward emotional well-being that can give your child the skills and tools they need to succeed now and for years to come. If you’re wondering if your teenager needs counseling, the talk

Have you ever felt like you needed to work twice as hard just to prove yourself at work? Despite significant progress in gender equality over the past decades, many women still encounter obstacles that impede career growth, work-life balance, and job satisfaction.  From pay disparities to lack of representation in leadership, these problems are real — but so is your ability to overcome them. By recognizing these challenges women face in the workplace, you can navigate professional life with greater talk

All relationships go through ups and downs, but if you’ve been feeling like there are more difficult days than happy ones lately, you might be having what’s known as relationship burnout. Experiencing burnout in your relationship is more than just the occasional disagreement. It feels different from normal day-to-day arguments that are easy to eventually move on from. Recognizing and addressing burnout early in a relationship is crucial to overcoming the low points and getting your relationship back on track. talk

You wake up exhausted, dragging yourself to class or not going at all, wondering how you’re going to make it through another day. College was supposed to be the best time of your life, right? But instead, it feels like a never-ending cycle of stress, isolation, and overwhelming sadness. If you’re feeling depressed in college, you might be asking yourself: should I transfer colleges if I’m extremely depressed, or is there another way to get through this? Transferring may seem talk

Trazodone and mirtazapine are common medications prescribed to treat mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. Even though they share some of the same therapeutic applications, these drugs have several differences that are important to be aware of. For example, they have distinct mechanisms of action, side effect profiles, and specific uses — all of which can play a role in determining which one might be more suitable for your condition, symptoms, and needs.  Understanding the differences between talk

Mirtazapine (also known as the brand name Remeron) is a tetracyclic antidepressant that’s FDA-approved for major depressive disorder (MDD). It’s also used off-label to treat a variety of other mental health conditions, like obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), generalized and social anxiety disorder, and insomnia. It’s not uncommon for someone to switch the type of antidepressant they’re on or for them to quit taking it altogether. The decision can come from many places, including unwanted side effects, not talk

Starting college is an exciting milestone for young adults, but it’s also a major life adjustment. Many college students struggle with being away from their parents at college, especially if it’s their first time living independently. Whether you’re in your first semester of college or your last, homesickness is a normal experience. It doesn’t mean you aren’t capable of adapting or succeeding — it’s simply a part of the transition.  If you’re feeling homesick, you’re not alone. Research shows that talk

It’s normal to long for your partner when you’re separated — but when anxiety becomes so intense that you can’t live your life, it might be about more than just missing them.  Separation anxiety is a type of anxiety disorder that causes high levels of fear or stress when separated from someone you care about. The anxiety can interfere with your ability to function daily or engage with others. Although it’s not as commonly talked about for adults as it talk

If not done correctly, coming off a medication like Topamax (topiramate) can significantly impact your physical and mental health. Topamax is a commonly prescribed drug approved to treat migraines and conditions like epilepsy. It can also be used off-label for things like anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, the side effects of Topamax may lead some people to consider stopping. Like many medications, abruptly discontinuing Topamax can result in uncomfortable, sometimes dangerous, withdrawal symptoms, talk