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LGBTQ+ Awareness: What is Pride Month?
Every June, cities across the country fill with rainbow flags, parades, celebrations, and events honoring LGBTQ+ Pride Month. For many people, Pride Month is a time of joy, self-expression, community, and visibility. But behind the celebrations is a deepe...
June 02, 2026
Anxiety
Separation Anxiety Disorder In Adults, Children, & Infants
It’s completely normal to feel a little anxious when being away from someone you love, especially in new situations or environments. Separation anxiety disorder isn’t about normal everyday worries, such as a child feeling nervous before their first sleepo...
May 27, 2026
OCD
OCD Symptoms in Women & Where to Get Treatment in Chicago
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be an exhausting, isolating, and deeply misunderstood condition. This can be especially true for women whose symptoms are often dismissed as “overthinking,” perfectionism, anxiety, or simply being “too emotional.” M...
May 21, 2026
Trauma
Emotional Numbness: A Trauma Response
“Shouldn’t I be happy?” “Why can’t I feel anything?” If you’ve ever had thoughts like these, you’re far from alone. Many people move through life feeling emotionally flat, disconnected, or distant from themselves and the people around them. You might stru...
May 20, 2026
OCD
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for OCD - A Guide for Chicago Residents
If you have OCD, you know how overwhelming it can feel to live with constant intrusive thoughts, doubt, and anxiety. You may find yourself stuck in repetitive behaviors or mental rituals — like checking, reassurance-seeking, reviewing past events, or tryi...
May 19, 2026
OCD
Relationship OCD (ROCD): Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment
It happens to all of us every now and then. You’re dating someone, perhaps you are even engaged to the person, and the thought pops into your head “are they really the one?” or “what if I don’t really love them?” For most people, those thoughts are uncom...
May 19, 2026
OCD
Harm OCD: Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment in Chicago
If you’re experiencing distressing thoughts about harming yourself or others, it can feel confusing, scary, and even isolating. You might find yourself questioning what these thoughts mean about you. These thoughts can feel deeply unsettling, especially b...
April 29, 2026
Anxiety
How to Overcome Performance Anxiety
While it’s certainly prevalent in the field, performance anxiety is not exclusive to people in the entertainment industry. It can happen to anyone. In some cases, performance anxiety can be subtle, manifesting as nervousness before an event, such as a ver...
April 28, 2026
Anxiety
Beta Blockers for Anxiety: How They Work, Benefits, & Risks
Starting a new medication can feel like a big step, especially when it comes to your mental health. It’s completely normal to have questions about what it will feel like, whether it will help, and what the potential risks might be. If you’ve been dealing...
April 17, 2026
Anxiety
Propranolol for Anxiety: How It Works & What to Expect
If you’ve been dealing with anxiety, you may have come across propranolol while looking into different treatment options. For some people, especially those experiencing physical symptoms like a racing heart, shaking, or performance-related anxiety, propra...
April 17, 2026
Anxiety
Does Magnesium Help with Anxiety?
If you’ve been dealing with anxiety, you’ve probably come across the term magnesium while searching for ways to feel calmer. Magnesium is known for its calming effects, which is why it’s commonly found in many over-the-counter stress-relief supplements. I...
April 16, 2026
Anxiety
Supplements for Anxiety: What the Research Says
Feeling anxious? You’re not alone! When it comes to diagnosable mental health disorders, anxiety disorders are among the most common. You might find yourself overthinking everything, struggling to relax, or feeling on edge even when nothing is “wrong.” It...
April 16, 2026
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