By Crystal Fulmer I Truly Believed My Children Would Be Better off without Me
Trigger warning: This post contains suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is thinking about harming themself, please call…
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By Winnie Munroe Things I Wish My Therapist Would Say
Things I wish my therapist would say . . . Welcome. Sit down, have a tea or a big coffee.…
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By Autumn Knapp I’m the Friend Saying Give Therapy a Try, Mama—You’re Worth It
Today I was at the playground with my four daughters. It was one of those perfect summer days, with soft…
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By Jessica Wanner Couples Therapy Saved Our Marriage
My husband and I have been married for 13 years, but we almost didn’t make it past eight. Flashback to…
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By Rhonda Ellis Grandma Asked For Help When Depression Was Taboo—And it Helped Save Me Years Later
This is what depression looks like for me—hidden tears with a smile. This picture was taken when I was in…
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By Kelly Lang I’m Raising Kids Who Aren’t Afraid of Therapy
My husband and I have joked before about how we need to put money into a therapy fund for our…
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By Michelle Jamison Why I’m Determined To Talk About My Past Trauma With My Child
*Trigger Warning: Sexual Violence A question was brought up to me that I have been pondering for a long time:…
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By Shannon Whitmore Taking Your Child To Therapy isn’t Always Easy
I thought I was OK with mental illness and the need for therapy. I’ve been open about my own struggles…
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By Jen Riley When the World Around Her Crumbles a Mother Keeps Going
I am going to let you in on a little secret. I’ve been struggling. I’ve been in a deep, dark…
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By Calleen Petersen Working Parents of Kids With Disabilities Need More Options
Many parents have their struggles as working parents. Perhaps it’s the guilt from being away from your children, the worry…
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By Amy Weatherly There is No Shame in Getting Help
I went to counseling today. One hour. Not because I’m sick. Not because I’m crazy. Not because I feel broken…
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By Amanda Motisi Happy People Go to Therapy, Too
“Why do you need to go to therapy? You seem so happy! What do you even talk about there?” When…
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