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Blogs on Mental Health
Reflections from the therapists at Earth and Water Counseling — on therapy, relationships, and the work of being human.
Cesar Monagas · June 22Should I See a Psychiatrist in Addition to Counseling
Wondering if you should see a psychiatrist in addition to counseling? Learn how therapy and medication differ, and when psychiatric support may help.
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Cesar Monagas · June 18The Portrayal of Mental Health in Teens in Ginny and Georgia
Understanding teenagers through Ginny and Georgia — teen mental health, identity, family stress, self-harm, and emotional growth.
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Cesar Monagas · June 15Whether to Share Mental Illness With Others or Not
Deciding whether to share your mental illness is personal. How to normalize talking about mental health, set healthy boundaries, and seek support.
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Cesar Monagas · June 11What Therapy Does Not Look Like in Shrinking
Crossing boundaries in therapy is explored through Shrinking. Why ethics, trust, and professional limits matter in real counseling.
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Cesar Monagas · June 8Explaining Your Mental Illness to Others
You are not your mental illness. How to explain your struggles to others, set healthy boundaries, and build understanding and support.
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Cesar Monagas · June 4Understanding Emotions Through Inside Out
How to get in touch with your emotions through Inside Out — sadness, joy, fear, and anger each serve a purpose.
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Cesar Monagas · June 1Picking a Counselor That Is Right for You
Find your counselor by understanding what to look for in therapy — counseling styles, specialties, trust, scheduling, and emotional comfort.
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Cesar Monagas · May 28The Portrayal of Divorce and Long-Distance Co-Parenting in Ted Lasso
Ted Lasso explores divorce and co-parenting with warmth — communication, emotional growth, and how families adapt after separation.
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Cesar Monagas · February 9Emphasizing the Importance of Men's Mental Health
Men's mental health often goes unspoken. Creating space to process stress, emotions, and life transitions supports self-awareness and connection.
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