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    The best thing you can do for your health: Speak up

    In an increasingly complex healthcare landscape, women often find themselves navigating a system that wasn’t always designed with their best interests at heart. From historical gender biases in medical research to the ongoing struggle for equitable care, the path to optimal health can be fraught with challenges. But there’s a powerful tool every woman possesses: […]

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    Still standing, but at what cost?

    In this cultural moment, women are carrying more than just titles and responsibilities; we’re carrying the emotional aftermath of pandemics, protests, political unrest, inflation and the ever-tightening pressure to “do it all.” From the headlines to our homes, the weight is real. As a licensed therapist and owner of a mental health practice on the […]

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    The 7 secrets to self-healing

    Suffering with problems like chronic pain? Without further ado, I’m going to give you the seven secrets to addressing some common health concerns: Self-treat the fascial system at home. Remove fast food and grocery-bought processed foods from your diet. Write your thoughts and emotions in a journal. Sit in silence (meditation) for five to 20 […]

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    Food: an essential component of self-care

    Are you a foodie? Do you love to cook? Do you experiment with food from different cultures? What food or dining experiences bring you joy? I have many, although I consider myself to have a more predictable relationship with food. I have my favorite restaurants, foods and dining experiences. How about you? Have your comfort […]

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    Promises to myself: Investing in yourself

    By Jocelyn Gavin Lane, owner and clinical director of Premier Professional Counseling Services LLC The start of a new year always gives rise to thoughts of a new vision and new goals. Goal setting is more than just a to do-list that we revise daily. Goals and vision are futile without developing a plan and […]

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