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A Latina Counselor's Perspective on Counseling
As a Latina counselor, I often find myself walking between two different worlds. I was born and raised in California, so my psychological framework correlates more with Western mental health systems. However, my roots, my heart, and my background is rooted in something deeper. My life was shaped by familismo, spirituality, resilience, and cultural pride, but that also came with intergenerational wounds, immigration trauma, and daily microaggressions. Counseling Latinos/as is

Irene Vega-Morales, MAC, LAC
Nov 2, 20254 min read
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Building a Stronger Start: Routines, Goals, and Dreams for a Successful School Year
The start of a new school year always carries both excitement and uncertainty. Some of you may already be a few weeks in, while others...
Mary Z Smith, MSE
Aug 24, 20253 min read
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Tips for Neurodivergent Parents
Parenting while navigating your own neurodivergence presents unique challenges and opportunities. By focusing on self-care, leveraging...
Mary Z Smith, MSE
Jan 13, 20253 min read
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Parenting Tips for Neurodivergent Children
Parenting a neurodivergent child comes with unique opportunities for growth, creativity, and learning. After receiving psychological,...
Mary Z Smith, MSE
Jan 13, 20253 min read
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Mental Health Challenges Faced by Global Workers
Understanding the Unique Struggles of Missionaries, Humanitarian Workers, and Aid Staff Global workers, including missionaries,...

Justin Smith, PsyD, LMFT
Jan 13, 20252 min read
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Is Counseling Right for Me? Understanding options for depression, anxiety, trauma, and couples counseling
Understanding Options for Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and Couples Counseling Suffocating depression, paralyzing anxiety, sleepless...

Justin Smith, PsyD, LMFT
Jan 13, 20252 min read
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