Key Takeaways Mental illness costs the U.S. economy $282 billion annually, and poor mental health drives up absenteeism, presenteeism, turnover, and healthcare premiums for employers specifically. Employees with fair or poor mental health take nearly 12 unplanned absence days a year, compared with 2.5 for other workers, and presenteeism ... Read More
Have you ever felt like your body was reacting before your mind had a chance to catch up? Maybe your heart starts racing after receiving a simple email. Perhaps you find yourself feeling anxious in situations that never used to bother you. You might feel constantly on edge, unable ... Read More
Making the decision to start therapy is a meaningful step, but it's often followed by an unexpected question: "What am I supposed to talk about?" It's one of the most common concerns people have before their first therapy session. Some people worry they'll say the wrong thing. Others wonder ... Read More
If you've been thinking about starting therapy, you've probably noticed that the options look very different than they did even a few years ago. Alongside traditional counseling practices, there are now subscription-based apps that promise access to a therapist from your phone, often within days of signing up. The ... Read More
Balancing a demanding career with a meaningful romantic partnership is challenging, most couples never talk about those challenges until they have been been going on for a while. Professionals who live and work in the Columbia, Maryland,know the pace. Long commutes, long days, high-stakes work environments, and a mental ... Read More
Most people who've heard of EMDR therapy associate it with PTSD. And while EMDR has an exceptional track record with post traumatic stress disorder and traumatic memories, that association undersells how many different people and experiences this approach can actually help. If you've been curious about seeking EMDR therapy ... Read More
Focused Solutions has opened a new counseling and therapy office in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This new location expands our ability to provide mental health, counseling, and wellness services to individuals, families, couples, and organizations in the Philadelphia area through both in-person and virtual care. Focused Solutions is a counseling and ... Read More
When the cost of living rises, the impact is felt far beyond a bank account. The emotional weight of higher housing costs, increasing grocery bills, and unpredictable expenses often compounds stress that people are already carrying. Many individuals come to therapy feeling confused about why they are more anxious, more ... Read More
Understanding how trauma influences mental health is an important part of helping people heal and move toward emotional well being. Research continues to show that adverse childhood experiences, also known as ACEs, can have a long-lasting impact on brain development, emotional regulation, and overall mental health. When we explore how ... Read More
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