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Social Participation in Occupational Therapy: Building Connection and Belonging

Social Participation in Occupational Therapy: Building Connection and Belonging

by Caitlyn Fraser, OTR/L | Oct 1, 2025 | Community, Health and Wellness, Mental Health

Is Social Participation Really an “Occupation”? When most people hear the word “occupation,” they think of work or a job. But in occupational therapy, “occupation” means any meaningful activity that supports your health, well-being, and sense of purpose. So yes—social...
Spirituality in Counseling: Finding Meaning and Healing in Therapy

Spirituality in Counseling: Finding Meaning and Healing in Therapy

by Nate Sullivan, MDiv, MA | Sep 23, 2025 | Mental Health, Spirituality

Is There a Space for My Spirituality in Counseling? If you ask people what spirituality is, chances are you’ll hear many different answers. “Spirituality” is not just one thing. For those who recognize spirituality as part of their lives, it can involve multiple...
Emotional Numbness and the Freeze Response: Understanding Why Healing Feels Flat Sometimes

Emotional Numbness and the Freeze Response: Understanding Why Healing Feels Flat Sometimes

by Thrive Ahead | Sep 2, 2025 | Mental Health, Spirituality

When healing doesn’t feel like healing… We rarely talk about the quiet, confusing parts of the healing process. The in-between spaces. The foggy-stretches. The days when everything feels like standing still, yet somehow takes all your energy to endure. This blog is...
Your Brain Isn’t Broken: How Mental Health OT Supports Neurodivergent Brains

Your Brain Isn’t Broken: How Mental Health OT Supports Neurodivergent Brains

by Caitlyn Fraser, OTR/L | Aug 1, 2025 | Health and Wellness, Mental Health

Understanding the Default Mode Network (DMN) and Unlocking Cognitive Flow If you’ve ever felt stuck between mental fog and sudden bursts of energy, you’re not alone. Maybe your mind drifts when it’s “supposed” to focus, or you’re replaying a conversation from three...
Video Games as Healing: Safe Space for the Inner Child

Video Games as Healing: Safe Space for the Inner Child

by Laura Young, LCPC | Jul 1, 2025 | Health and Wellness, Mental Health

 Are you looking for a way to de-stress that feels both engaging and soothing? My therapist once told me that mindless activities are helpful, but mindful ones are just as powerful. Video games, surprisingly, can be both. While I don’t consider myself a die-hard...
Nourishing on a Budget: How to Eat Well Without Breaking the Bank

Nourishing on a Budget: How to Eat Well Without Breaking the Bank

by Kiley Gregory, RDN | Jun 10, 2025 | Mental Health, Nutrition

You’ve probably heard that eating healthy is expensive. And with the wellness industry constantly pushing pricey powders, trendy snacks, and “superfoods,” it’s no wonder so many people feel overwhelmed. But the truth? Eating well-balanced meals is possible on any...
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