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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Jul 1, 20244 min read
Diagnosis 101
Getting support for your mental health concerns can be daunting and the idea that someone is going to give you a label after talking to you.
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Jun 14, 20244 min read
Therapy Tips: Insights From a Client-Turned-Therapist
So you want to start therapy? Great! Here are a few points to help ease your worries and fears about starting!
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
May 25, 20247 min read
Addressing Animal Abuse in Therapy: A Call to Action for Therapists
When faced with the ethical complexities of reporting animal abuse, remember to consult colleagues and legal professionals.
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Feb 10, 20244 min read
Miracle or Mindset: Encanto's Casita and the Power of Perspective
In the enchanting town of Encanto, where the Madrigal family's extraordinary gifts paint the tapestry of life in hues as diverse as the...
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Jan 6, 20244 min read
Mindfulness and the Force: Jedi Wisdom for Mental Well-being
In a galaxy not so far away, the wisdom of the Jedi extends beyond the silver screen and into the realms of mindfulness and mental...
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Zac Egan, LCSW
Dec 28, 20233 min read
Master Mindfulness Avatar Style
Hello, and welcome to our final installment in the 5-part mindfulness series based on Avatar: The Last Airbender. So far, we have covered...
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Zac Egan, LCSW
Dec 7, 20235 min read
Get Grounded Like an Earth Bender
We will be exploring techniques for groundedness, better developing an awareness of the present and connecting to the world around us.
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Nov 27, 20235 min read
Accepting the Elements: Navigating Differences with Grace
The new Disney Pixar movie, "Elemental", has taken the world by storm with its heartwarming and visually stunning story. However, beyond...
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Zac Egan, LCSW
Nov 9, 20235 min read
Flow Like a Water Bender
Hello and welcome to part 3 of our Avatar: The Last Airbender series. Today, continue with the Avatar cycle and flow into Water Bending....
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Zac Egan, LCSW
Oct 13, 20234 min read
Find Acceptance Like an Air Bender
Hello and welcome to part 2 of our Avatar: The Last Airbender mindfulness series. Last time, we looked at Fire Bending and breath. Today...
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Zac Egan, LCSW
Sep 10, 20235 min read
Breathe Like a Fire-Bender
Hello, and welcome to the first entry of a 5-part series that focuses on mindfulness; drawing inspiration from life, art, and pop-culture...
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Jul 10, 20235 min read
Your Soul Purpose
The purpose of life is a deeply philosophical question that has been contemplated by humans for centuries. Different people and cultures...
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Jun 2, 20236 min read
The Will to Come Out with Pride
Revealing one’s sexuality has proven itself to be one of the most difficult things any person could do. The vulnerability and intense...
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
May 8, 20235 min read
Nowhere to Go but Up
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when we take a moment to acknowledge the importance of mental health and the struggles that...
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Mar 10, 20236 min read
Incredible Ways to Manage Stress
"No matter how many times you save the world, it always manages to get back in jeopardy again. Sometimes I just want it to stay saved,...
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Feb 17, 20236 min read
The Circle of Life and Trauma
The Circle of Life and Trauma Unfortunately, life isn't always fair, and trauma is often a part of it. But for those who have experienced...
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Jan 23, 20236 min read
It's Never Too Late To Redeem Yourself
"Your thoughts are better spent on the things you can change, not those you can’t.” – Doctor Fate As ordinary individuals, as...
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Dec 27, 20226 min read
Dance Into What Makes You Happy
As we come to the end of one year and the start of the next, the same constant barrage of messages, ideas, and opinions is thrown our...
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Nov 28, 20226 min read
Rely on Your Squad this Holiday Season
It’s often easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of all that arrives each holiday season, but that doesn't mean you can't take...
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Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Nov 1, 20225 min read
A Grateful, Talking Llama?!?
Lessons of Gratitude and Morality from Kuzco the Talking Llama As our days grow shorter, our trees begin changing colors and the seasons...
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