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A Latinx couple in couple’s therapy in Chicago.

Amor y Sanación: Cómo la Terapia de Pareja Fortalece las Relaciones Entre Latinos

Terapia de Pareja, Latinx Talk Therapy / Por Ernestina

Love is a powerful force that binds us together, but it’s no secret that relationships can be challenging, especially for Latinx couples in Chicago. Cultural dynamics, societal pressures, and the process of acculturation can create unique obstacles that strain the fabric of relationships. However, there is hope. Couples therapy offers a transformative path toward strengthening …

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An anxiety therapist speaking with a teenager sitting on a couch in Chicago.

Ansiedad en los Niños: Cómo la Terapia Puede Ayudar a las Mentes Jóvenes en la Comunidad Latinx

Terapeuta de ansiedad, Nuestro Blog, Terapia de Trauma / Por Ernestina

Following the 2016 election, Latinx children have shown higher levels of anxiety and depression compared to their non-Latinx peers due to political turmoil. This, in turn, according to UniodosUS’s Deputy Director of Research Patricia Foxen, has exposed Latinx youth to “profound hostility, bullying, and overt xenophobia in schools and other social spaces.” It’s important to …

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A person in bed suffering from trauma in Chicago.

4 Maneras en que un Terapeuta de Chicago Puede Ayudarte a Lidiar con el Trauma

Terapia de Trauma, Talk therapy / Por Ernestina

In the Latinx community, it’s not uncommon to neglect your own mental health in favor of your work or family responsibilities—especially when there’s already a negative stigma surrounding mental health. However, when you’re suffering from trauma, the physical and psychological effects can easily become life-consuming, making maintaining those responsibilities overwhelming. If you’re looking for a …

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A man holding his hands together during trauma therapy in Chicago.

4 Técnicas Efectivas de Terapia de Trauma

Nuestro Blog / Por Ernestina

Trauma can come in different sizes and forms by experiencing or witnessing a life-changing event. At least 50% of adults and up to 40% of children experience a traumatic event once in their lifetime. Whether that trauma comes in the form of a car crash, the loss of a loved one, or abuse, without the …

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A person speaking to their therapist in Chicago.

Cómo las Terapeutas Pueden Ayudar con la Ansiedad

Ansiedad / Por Ernestina

When suffering from panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, or uncontrolled worries, it can be hard to overcome these issues. While it may seem impossible to work on these struggles, it is important to know that there are professionals and resources that can help you turn your mental health around. There are several methods therapists take when …

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A woman sitting on a couch in therapy with her hands crossed in Chicago.

Trastorno de Salud Mental Entre los Padres de Latinx

Nuestro Blog / Por Ernestina

The Latinx community is the fastest-growing minority group in the United States and the fastest-growing group in Chicago. The prevalence of mental health disorders among Latinx, however, is higher than among other racial or ethnic groups in the United States, according to findings from a survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. …

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Cómo Apoyar a un Ser Querido que Tiene Depresión

Chicago / Por Ernestina

Having depression can be challenging, and a person going through it will feel quite alone if help isn’t there. It is where having some emotional support can help immensely in this regard. If you have a partner, a family member, or a close friend who is undergoing depression, then educating yourself on this matter is …

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Latinx Familismo y Establecimiento de Límites Personales

Latinx Talk Therapy / Por Ernestina

Merging Your Collectivistic Roots with an Individualistic Society Growing up, it’s likely that your mother and father—and your Abuela, Tio, and older primo—spoke of the importance of family, of supporting each other, and of staying united. La familia es todo, they would say—and repeat—sometimes sounding reminiscent of a direct warning. The underlying message likely became …

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A young girl holding her hands in front of her face during a session with her anxiety therapist.

5 Formas en que su Terapeuta de Chicago Puede Ayudarlo a Tratar su Ansiedad

Ansiedad, Chicago / Por Ernestina

Everyone experiences anxiety, some more than others. When anxiety begins to interfere with your daily life and activities, it is important to look into seeing a Chicago anxiety therapist. When you start to see a therapist, you will be offered a wide variety of treatment options to best address your anxiety and how you can …

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A man and woman use couple’s therapy to discuss their relationship issues with a therapist.

¿Es la Terapia de Pareja la Elección Correcta?

Terapia de Pareja, Chicago / Por Ernestina

In the past two years, couples have been spending more time together thanks to quarantine and stay-at-home orders. While it is nice to spend more time with your partner, this could lead to more arguments and fights. It is normal for tensions to arise in relationships, but recurring issues are a signal for help. There …

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