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My Therapist Uses A Scent That Bothers Me

Sometimes it’s awkward to talk about smells. So, it may feel awkward to bring up a scent your therapist is using in their office. Or, it may feel uncomfortable to mention that your therapist’s choice of cologne is bothering you. But, if it’s interfering with your ability to focus on your therapy, you have to be brave and bring it up.

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Top Misconceptions About Therapy

Mental health therapy has become destigmatized and is being talked about very openly these days. However, misunderstandings exist about what therapy does or doesn’t do and what therapy is or isn’t. There are still many myths or misconceptions surrounding therapy that might make you hesitate. So let’s discuss those now!

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