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A Mindful Approach to Mental Health Resolutions
A Mindful Approach to Mental Health Resolutions

As we usher in another new year, many of us find ourselves contemplating resolutions, goals, and aspirations for the months ahead. While the idea of a fresh start can be invigorating, it's essential to approach New Year's resolutions with a mindful perspective, especially when it comes to our mental health. So, let’s explore the significance of setting mental health resolutions, discuss common challenges, and offer practical tips for cultivating a positive and balanced approach to the year ahead.

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Nikki Lacherza-Drewpsychology, psychologist, mental health, mental health awareness, it’s ok to not be ok, reduce the stigma, NJ, NY, FL, VT, CT, therapy, therapist, tips, care, support, new year, resolutions, self-care, self-love, goals, achievements, mindful, mindfulness
New Year's Resolution
New Year's Resolution

Raise your hand if you have ever made a New Year’s resolution. If you ever have made one how long did it last? Research shows that many New Year’s resolutions are forgotten or stopped within 6 months. Resolutions and goals are great. However, to increase your chances of success and achievement, you want to make sure the resolutions are realistic and obtainable. Otherwise, you are setting yourself up for failure and the impact of not completing the resolution might be worse for your mental health than not setting one at all. As you are figuring out what your resolution will be or maybe you have even thought of one already, consider the following to help you.

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Nikki Lacherza-DrewDr. Nikki, psychology, psychologist, therapy, therapist, mental health, mental health awareness, it's ok to not be ok, reduce the stigma, NJ, NY, FL, VT, new year, new years, resolutions, goals, realistic, self care, self care is not selfish, self love, screen time, social media, anxiety, depression, winter, friends, family, January, you got this
Cancelation and No Show Policies- love 'em or hate 'em?
Cancelation and No Show Policies- love 'em or hate 'em?

Cancelation and no-show policies aren’t anything new. Many providers and places of business have put one or both of these policies in place to help their business run effectively. Although cancelation and no-show policies may be frustrating and annoying to those asked to follow them, they serve a purpose, especially in the field of psychotherapy.

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Nikki Lacherza-DrewDr. Nikki, mental health, mental health awareness, therapy, telehealth, remote therapy, online therapy, virtual therapy, reduce the stigma, it’s ok to not be ok, educate, support, caring, communicate, policies, no shows, no show policy, cancelations, cancelation policy, cancelation or cancellation, rules, agreements, respect, time, time management, treatment, psychology, psychologist, reminders, goals, treatment plan