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3 Signs Therapy is Working

by New Leaf Team | Jul 31, 2023 | Anxiety & Depression Blogs, Individual Therapy Blogs, Information About Therapy

This blog shares 3 signs therapy is working. You may wonder, how do I visualize my progress? How do I know that I’m actually achieving my goals? Have I got anywhere since the beginning of my sessions? Especially if you’re new to therapy, you may wonder when you...

How to Be an LGBTQIA+ Ally

by New Leaf Team | Jul 24, 2023 | Family Blogs, LGBTQ+ Blogs, Parenting Blogs, Teen Blogs

You’re looking for information on how to be an LGBTQIA+ ally. You may be a family member, friend, co-worker, teacher, and have an LGBTQIA+ person in your life. Perhaps you are simply looking for ways to get involved and show support. Nonetheless, this blog is a...

Are Boundaries Important in a Relationship?

by New Leaf Team | Jul 17, 2023 | Individual Therapy Blogs, Relationship Blogs, Teen Blogs

This blog answers the question, “are boundaries important in a relationship?”. Short answer: yes. They are very important in a relationship. Without them, we may struggle to attend to your and your partner’s needs. Boundaries create a clear guideline of how you...

How to Know If You’re in an Abusive Relationship

by New Leaf Team | Jul 10, 2023 | Individual Therapy Blogs, Relationship Blogs, Teen Blogs

Disclaimer: If you or someone you know is in an abusive situation, please seek out help and connect with these resources: Coalition for Family Harmony (805) 983-6014, Interface Children & Family Services (805) 485-6114, or loveisrespect.org (1) 866-331-9474. The...

What Can Couples Counseling Help With?

by New Leaf Team | Jul 3, 2023 | Parenting Blogs, Relationship Blogs

This blog answers the question: what can couples counseling help with? You may feel that your relationship is in a rocky place right now. Even after trying to work things out and talk to each other, you can’t seem to see eye to eye. You aren’t wanting to end...

How to Cope with Infertility

by New Leaf Team | Jun 26, 2023 | Family Blogs, Parenting Blogs, Relationship Blogs

This blog touches on how to cope with infertility. Infertility is a common issue affecting both men and women. According to the World Health Organization in a 2023 report, about 1 in 6 people will experience infertility. Infertility is a condition of the male...

4 Signs to Start Therapy for Depression

by New Leaf Team | Jun 20, 2023 | Anxiety & Depression Blogs

If you are currently experiencing thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or 988 or text the Crisis Line at 741741. You can also go to your nearest emergency room. In Ventura County, you can contact the...

3 Ways to Support an LGBTQIA+ Teen

by New Leaf Team | Jun 15, 2023 | Family Blogs, LGBTQ+ Blogs, Parenting Blogs, Teen Blogs

This blog shares 3 ways to support an LGBTQIA+ teen. Whether you are a parent, relative, or loved one, you are wanting to know ways to be an ally to the community, as well as closely support them. They may have shared information such as their pronouns, their...

4 Steps to Manage Your Inner Critic

by New Leaf Team | Jun 5, 2023 | Anxiety & Depression Blogs, Individual Therapy Blogs

This blog shares 4 steps to manage your inner critic. Who, you may ask? Your inner critic is that nagging, negative, or judgmental voice in your head. It may produce thoughts or beliefs that make you feel sad, frustrated, distressed, or more. The negative...

What is Trauma Therapy?

by New Leaf Team | May 30, 2023 | Trauma

This blog briefly answers the question: what is trauma therapy? You may have heard of trauma therapy or been recommended to seek this out. Individuals may not realize that you can develop trauma from a number of causes or situations. This leads some to go through life...