My Extraordinary Journey as an Intern in the World of Clinical Therapy
Becoming an intern is an incredible and intimidating experience. After years of studying and accumulating knowledge, everything I had learned suddenly seemed to disappear entirely, and I could feel the dreaded imposter syndrome kipping at my heels. However, completing my internship at Manna Treatment was an incredible spiritual journey and learning experience. I had the […]
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Embracing Mental Wellness
While I don’t possess formal therapy credentials or fancy Mental Health certifications, my 3 ½ years of experience working at Manna have been enlightening. Working at Manna has emphasized the crucial importance of self-care and prioritizing one’s Mental Health. As we celebrate Mental Wellness Month, it’s crucial to recognize the significance of nurturing our mental […]
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Coping When We Struggle With The Holidays
Holiday time is a time of the year that finds many people struggling with being able to celebrate in the festivities and celebrations that add to all the wonder of the traditions. When you find yourself struggling emotionally during the holidays you may be feeling the “Holiday or Winter Blues”. During the fall and winter […]
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Understanding Athletes Eating Habits and Mental Health
In the realm of athletics, the pursuit of peak performance often intertwines with societal pressures surrounding body image and weight. Athletes, defined as anyone with a consistent commitment to physical activity, can find themselves grappling with the desire to enhance their performance. Unfortunately, this quest for improvement can sometimes lead to unhealthy practices such as […]
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Understanding Trauma
Trauma… You survived! You got through one of the most impactful experiences in your life. But you are changed. Forever. It takes all your energy to push away the intrusive thoughts, but they keep roaring back with a vengeance. The flashbacks take your breath away. You wonder if they will ever go away. The guilt […]
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Understanding Mental Health
I am so excited & grateful I am getting the opportunity to write this month’s blog post. When I prayed about it, I specifically asked God to allow me to write about something that would be useful to the people no matter where they are from, because mental health does not discriminate. Although some evidence […]
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Supporting Someone With an Eating Disorder
Supporting Someone with an Eating Disorder Eating Disorders really suck and are incredibly painful and difficult to navigate. They are not just difficult for the diagnosed individual, but for those around them too. Eating Disorders impact EVERYONE they come in contact with; no one is immune. Family members, friends, significant others, co-workers, roommates, etc. are […]
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Why Diets Don’t Work and What They Don’t Tell You
Why Diets Don’t Work and What They Don’t Tell You It is overstated to say that we live in a world that is highly focused on weight loss and dieting. Whether it is the newest diet fad, social media influencers telling us to “eat this not that” or societal pressure to look a certain way, […]
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The Story of Manna
Then, There Goes God… As a 54-year-old woman, I have seen the changes in myself throughout my life. Whereas I used to obsess about my physical body, my behavior, and whether I was “ok” in my relationships, I do not worry about such things now. Rather, I focus my energies on how to best lead […]
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