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Healing from Within: Trauma Therapy for Women Who’ve Been Told They’re ‘Too Sensitive’

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Healing from Within: Trauma Therapy for Women Who’ve Been Told They’re ‘Too Sensitive’ Have you ever been told that you’re “too sensitive”? This neurodivergent trait affects about 15-20% of people, with a significant number of women in this group.

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Rachel’s Story: Finding Strength and Support Through DBT Group Therapy 

Montana Psychiatry

When Rachels psychiatrist first suggested she join a DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) group, her response was a firm no. Group therapy felt intimidating. But after a year of doing individual therapy, something began to shift. The idea of opening up to strangers about her struggles was daunting.

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8 Signs You May Be Living with Unresolved Trauma

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These lingering wounds, known as unresolved trauma, can silently shape our behaviors, relationships, and daily experiences without us even realizing it. For women, unresolved trauma can manifest in unique ways, impacting mental health through anxiety, depression, and complex emotional responses. Many women share similar experiences.

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Test Anxiety – How to Calm Your Nerves Before a Big Test

Clear Behavioral Health

Test anxiety is a psychological disorder where you experience intense stress, worry, or apprehension either before, after, or during a test. This can create barriers to performing well and disrupt your day or even your ability to take the test. For some people, it can manifest as cognitive, emotional, or physical symptoms that vary in severity [1].

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Addiction Rehab for Teens: Breaking the Cycle of Substance Use and Mental Health Challenges

Clear Behavioral Health

By providing comprehensive care that encompasses therapy, education, and family involvement, addiction rehab and mental health programs can empower your child to reclaim their life and chart their course toward a brighter, substance-free future. Call us today to get started. Call us today to get started. How Does Addiction Affect Teenagers?

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How to Know if You Could Benefit from Addiction Treatment Rehab

Clear Behavioral Health

Understanding Addiction as a Medical Condition Addiction is a brain disorder, which is chronic and characterized by compulsive substance seeking even with adverse consequences. Whether it be alcohol, illicit substances, or prescription drugs, when you develop a substance dependence , your brain chemistry begins to change.

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Why Women Are More Prone to Anxiety Disorders (and How to Cope)

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Introduction Research consistently shows that women experience anxiety disorders at nearly twice the rate of men. This stark difference isn’t just a statistical anomalyit reflects complex biological, social, and cultural factors that shape women’s mental health experiences.