Mental Health Hotline Articles
The Family Roles in Addiction
Have you ever wondered why addiction is sometimes called “the family disease”? It’s because an addiction doesn’t just affect the person abusing substances. It can alter the entire family dynamic, impacting how others engage with that person or navigate their own lives. Family roles in addiction can take many forms,
How Seeking Mental Health Help Can Improve Your Parenting
According to the Centers for Disease Control, 1 in 14 children in the United States have a parent or caregiver with poor mental health. No matter how much you love parenting your children, there are days when your responsibilities are overwhelming. Balancing your family and career adds more stress to
Seeking Therapy When Infidelity Happens
Infidelity can destroy a relationship. It can lead to emotional pain and loss of trust. If it has happened to you or someone you love, couples therapy can help you salvage your relationship and improve your mental health. Therapy provides a safe space where you and your partner can express
How to Find Therapy That Your Insurance Covers
Approximately 67 million people, or 20% of the population of the United States, have a mental illness. Despite the prevalence of mental illness, millions struggle to find the money to gain access to effective forms of treatment, and it’s fair to wonder if your health insurance covers therapy. Knowing your
What To Do If You’re Not Clicking With You’re Therapist
Picture this: You’re excited to start therapy and improve yourself. You find a therapist, attend a few sessions and start thinking to yourself, “I don’t like my therapist.” If this scenario sounds familiar to you, know that you’re not alone. Keep reading to find out how to tell your therapist
What Do Therapists Do with Assessment Tests?
Starting therapy can help you turn the page to a better phase of life, but it can also be intimidating and even a little scary, especially if you’ve never sought help before. It doesn’t make it any easier that many therapists start the process by giving you a psychological evaluation.