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Things Never to Say to Trauma Survivors

Someone who has suffered through a traumatic event could benefit from having the right type of both personal and professional support. This personal support involves knowing what to say, and what you should avoid saying, in order to avoid further affecting the trauma survivor. Here are a number of phrases that shouldn’t be said to […]

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Signs Of Depression In Teens

Signs of Depression in Teens

The teenage years can be rough. There are many hurdles to get over, from balancing school, activities, a job, and time with friends. This is even tougher to do when depression is added to the mix. Yes, teenagers can be clinically depressed, just like adults. The main difference is that many of the signs of […]

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How to support a friend, from a Houston therapist.

How to Support a Friend Who Has Been Sexually Abused

Do you know someone who’s been sexually abused? Thanks to the strength and clarity provided by the Me Too movement, more and more people are speaking out about their past sexual abuse – and the odds that you know someone who now has the courage to talk about it have gone up dramatically. There are […]

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How to Find a Good Grief Counselor to Help You Through the Holiday Season

The holiday season can be particularly challenging for people who are missing loved ones. There’s nothing that feels good about sitting down to a holiday dinner with loved ones, thinking the entire time about who’s missing from the table. This is why reaching out to a grief counselor who can help you get through the […]

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Tips For Managing Holiday Anxiety

5 Tips For Managing Holiday Anxiety

This time of year can create quite a bit of anxiety. Our therapists understands that the busyness of the holiday season leaves many people feeling quite anxious about everything. You wonder whether or not you have enough money to buy the presents that you want for loved ones. You look at your holiday party schedule […]

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5 Grief Recovery Ways to Be There for Someone in Grief Over the Holidays

The holidays are a great time to relax and be joyful, however, it can also be a difficult time for those who have experienced grief during the holidays. At the Grief Recovery Center in Houston, TX, our counselors understand how certain events and tragedies can be especially poignant during the holidays as it reminds us […]

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10 Ways to Help a Child Cope with Grief Through the Holidays

As the holidays are closing in upon us, many families gather to celebrate a time to be with each other. For those who are coping with grief, the holidays can be a challenging time of the year. This is especially the case for children who are experiencing grief or have recently experienced grief due to […]

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Grief Recovery Center’s Guide to Warning Signs of Suicide

Suicide is a difficult topic to discuss amongst your family and friends. If you are having difficulties bringing the topic up to someone close to you and you suspect that they may be suffering internally with potential suicidal thoughts, it is important to speak with one of our counselor at the Grief Recovery Center in […]

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Child Counseling in Houston

Tips for Communicating With Your Child

Children need therapy to help them build healthy relationships, resolve conflicts, learn effective life skills, and develop confidence. Check out our article: 15 Signs Your Child Needs Therapy There are ways to help nurture our family to develop better communication skills as the parent or primary caretaker. We can help our family navigate through the […]

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How to Help a Friend or Family Member through a Panic Attack

At the Grief Recovery Center in Houston TX, our professional counselors are trained and equipped to provide therapeutic strategies to our clients, as well as their family and friends. When an individual is overcoming a mental health challenge, they are more likely to succeed with the support and understanding of their family and friends. A […]

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