Do you feel low and unmotivated as the days grow darker? You might be struggling with seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Learn more about SAD and how to manage SAD this winter.
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Learn how you can better understand and manage obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Understand what OCD is, the different types and how to manage it.
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Holiday drama is normal in families and, when navigated with care, does not need to be unhealthy. But not all holiday drama can be dismissed as easily. When is family holiday drama actually an expression of trauma? Is it possible that family drama can even be a source of trauma?
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From the outside, they may seem extremely similar. However, their differences primarily lie in their duration and severity. And while treatment of each has common factors, anxiety and panic attacks require somewhat different approaches.
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There's usually a hidden struggle behind those with 'high-functioning depression.' Those who seem successful and put-together might actually be battling serious mental health challenges, and how recognizing the signs could be the first step toward healing.
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If you feel like you're losing yourself in a relationship, you might be dealing with codependency. Octave therapist Gloria Magana, LMFT discusses the most common traits she sees in codependent relationships – and what to do about it.
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Octave therapist Melissa Kwiatkowski, LMHC shares her personal experience with her disability, and how caregivers can best support their loved ones.
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Scrolling until 2 am? According to research, about 50% of people procrastinate sleeping. Octave psychologist Kelly Panas breaks down how to recognize if this is a problem (it's not for everyone) and how to actually overcome it.
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Octave has launched its services in 10 new states, part of an expansion plan that aims to bring high-quality, in-network therapy to more people nationwide.
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While there are technically no rules that you should start one before the other, there are a few important things to consider before making the decision.
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Berto Torres joins as Vice President of Business Development and Kristin Mikie Sword as Vice President of Marketing.
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It can start as a lifestyle improvement with eating ‘healthy’ or ‘clean’ foods but sometimes it grows into negative lifestyle and mental well-being shifts.
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Couples therapist Cathryn Waters, LMFT, shares strategies to support stronger connections in romantic relationships.
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New Board Members Amir Dan Rubin and Andrew Dreyfus Bring Critical Insights to Improving In-Network Mental Health Care
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In an era of round-the-clock news and social media, the “cost of caring” can leave us mentally and emotionally exhausted. Katie Moran, LCSW, explains the causes and signs of compassion fatigue and what frontline workers can teach us about avoiding burnout.
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It has come to our attention that scammers are posing as Octave employees in an attempt to access personal and financial information from candidates.
Read MoreOctave welcomes four leaders to drive growth and expand mental health services: Pooja Agarwal as Chief Operating Officer, Raul Estrada as Vice President of Business Operations & Strategy, Andy Glowalla as Vice President of Enterprise, and Beth Jacobson as General Counsel.
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Relationship expert Cathryn Waters, LMFT, shares guidance on how to emotionally cope with friendship breakups – especially when you don’t know why the friendship ended in the first place.
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For some people, happiness may become an unhealthy coping mechanism used to mask their true feelings.. The reality is that depression isn’t a one-dimensional condition.
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The low dopamine morning trend on TikTok may sound like the key to a productive day, but Samantha Bender, LCSW, breaks down the fad and whether it really can work for you.
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