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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
Jun 8, 20214 min read
Mental Health Demystified Book Club
We read to know we are not alone. ~ C.S. Lewis May is Mental Health Month!! Book Clubs were invented in 1600’s by women aboard a ship on...
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Michela "McDeath" Dalsing MS, LMHC, NCC, LCPC
May 18, 20218 min read
What is Borderline Personality Disorder? (BPD)
One of the most difficult disorders for people to understand (and break that cycle of hurt) is Borderline Personality Disorder. Borderline P
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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
May 5, 20217 min read
Depressed and Unmotivated?
Depression can be a bitch. She can convince you to stay in bed and do nothing, and tell you lies like “You’re worthless, why even try?”
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Michela "McDeath" Dalsing MS, LMHC, NCC, LCPC
Apr 20, 20213 min read
Do Weighted Blankets Work?
Is a weighted blanket right for you? What are other options? How do they work? How do you pick one? ~Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
Apr 9, 20218 min read
How Do You Calm a Panic Attack?
LMHC suggested coping skills. I don’t know about you, but I personally can’t get my zen on in the middle of feeling like I’m dying.
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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
Feb 9, 20215 min read
The Stone Boys - Book Review
Official Villain Esteem Book Review for The Stone Boys by Michael Gurian.
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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
Jan 23, 20215 min read
Pandemic Reading/Book List
What do Therapists think you should read if you're trying to change?
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Michela "McDeath" Dalsing MS, LMHC, NCC, LCPC
Jan 11, 202124 min read
Dear McDeath: Why Do Counselors Assign Homework? - Podcast Transcription
Today's podcast episode is about why do counselors assign homework?
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Michela "McDeath" Dalsing MS, LMHC, NCC, LCPC
Jan 4, 202113 min read
Antidepressant Side Effect Experience of a Licensed Mental Health Counselor
I recently wrote a blog post on my decision to take antidepressants. What I didn’t put in that post was some of the negative outcomes.
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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
Nov 21, 20206 min read
Why is Gratitude Harder During the Pandemic?
How can you make Thanksgiving count when you can’t even be near people?
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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
Nov 10, 202011 min read
Veteran's Day & Mental Health
Can we please take a second to talk about how Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day are NOT synonymous?
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Michela "McDeath" Dalsing MS, LMHC, NCC, LCPC
Nov 2, 20208 min read
Should I do The Whole Medication Thing?
Have you taken the Depression Quiz yet?
Have you considered taking meds for depression or anxiety but just can't decide if it's for you?
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Michela "McDeath" Dalsing MS, LMHC, NCC, LCPC
Oct 8, 202011 min read
I Wish I Could Just be OK Again
One of the worst feelings to experience is being so close to being steadily okay, and then just having that feeling ripped away from you.
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Michela "McDeath" Dalsing MS, LMHC, NCC, LCPC
Sep 16, 20205 min read
Grounding Technique: "It's Showtime!"
a grounding technique can be just about anything that makes you focus on the current moment. It doesn’t have to be traditional.
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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
Sep 13, 20206 min read
Panic Attack or Anxiety Attack?
You’ve heard of anxiety attacks. You’ve heard of panic attacks. Have you heard of the difference?
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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
Sep 10, 20204 min read
4 Levels of Depression
Have you ever searched "Am I depressed?" Look no further, here is a relatable breakdown to depression with a Quiz!
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Michela "McDeath" Dalsing MS, LMHC, NCC, LCPC
Sep 9, 20206 min read
I Hate Gym Class
What are the mental health benefits of exercising? Is it even worth the effort?
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Michela "McDeath" Dalsing MS, LMHC, NCC, LCPC
Aug 31, 20204 min read
Mama Said You Gotta Shop Around
Have you wondered how to find a good counselor? For some odd reason, it’s a really weird concept for people to shop around for therapists.
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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
Aug 27, 20201 min read
The Worry Tree - Villain Esteem Style
The traditional counseling "Worry Tree" redone with a Villain Esteem flair. (dark)
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Alyssa “Moist” Johnson CEO
Aug 24, 20209 min read
Sorry I Didn't Text You Back, I have Anxiety
Anxiety is an invisible monster most people don’t understand. Some people don’t even believe in it. I view it like Bigfoot or Slenderman.
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