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SMART Goals for the New Year

It’s that time again: the familiar trope of “new year, new me.” Many of us start the year by reflecting on the past 12 months and setting resolutions for the next. Yet all too often, those good intentions fade quickly - much like gym memberships…
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Teens and the Pressure to Be Happy on Social Media: What CBT Can Do

You're scrolling through Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and it seems like everyone's living their best life. They're all on beach trips, in perfect friend groups, have glowing skin, and have main character energy. And then there's you, sitting…
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Valentine’s Day, Loneliness, and the Teenage Brain: A CBT Perspective

Valentine's Day is everywhere. Red hearts in store windows, couple posts flooding your feed, and people making plans for Galentine's Day or date nights. If you're feeling left out? It can feel like the loneliest day of the year. Cognitive Behavioral…
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CBT for Functional Depression: When You’re Doing Everything ‘Right’ But Still Feel Numb

You're keeping up with everything. Assignments turned in on time, showing up to class, answering texts, and maybe even hitting the gym a few times a week. From the outside, it looks like you're fine. Your parents think you're thriving, and your…
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Why You Might Feel Worse After the Holidays—and How CBT Helps You Rebuild

The decorations are down. Everyone's back to their normal routines. School started up again. And somehow, you feel… worse? If you're sitting here wondering why January feels heavier than December ever did, you're not alone. The post-holiday…
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How CBT Teaches College Students to Quiet the ‘What-Ifs’ During Winter Break

Winter break is often painted as the ultimate finish line. After months of late-night study sessions, exam stress, and navigating campus life, you probably expect to feel an immediate wave of relief. Yet, the moment you hand in that last paper…
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