The Top Business Hacks for Mental Health Counselors

Mental health counselors have a unique and important job in our society. They provide support to people who are struggling with mental health issues, and help them get back on...

Growth mindset means taking risks

Having a growth mindset is something very much easier said than done. As someone who helps young therapists start and build their practice, I hear excuses for self sabotage all...

HD Counseling Expands to North Florida with Two New Locations – Jacksonville and Orange Park, FL

We are thrilled to announce that HD Counseling is expanding our reach to better serve the mental health needs of North Florida! Our two new locations in Jacksonville and Orange...

Ketamine Therapy: A Radical Shift in Mental Health Treatment

The discourse on mental health, particularly depression, has taken a monumental turn with the emergence of ketamine therapy—a breakthrough that shatters traditional perceptions of psychiatric treatment. This is...

Psychedelic Assisted Therapies: A Personal Perspective

In a world shaped by the conventional “pill for every ill” mentality, the resurgence of an unconventional approach to mental healthcare has sparked a revolution in treatment efficacy....

Building Bridges: The Importance of Private Practice Therapists and Community Mental Health Organizations Working Together

As a private practice therapist, it can be easy to feel disconnected from the wider mental health community. However, building relationships with community mental health organizations is key to providing...

Ketamine for Treatment-Resistant Depression

Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic that has been used for decades in medical settings. In recent years, there has been growing interest in the potential therapeutic benefits of ketamine for...

The Future of Ketamine in Mental Health Care

Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic that has been used for decades in medical settings. In recent years, there has been growing interest in the potential therapeutic benefits of ketamine for...

Understanding the Difference between Bereavement and Grieving/Grief: A Mental Health Counseling Perspective

Losing a loved one is an incredibly difficult experience that many of us will face at some point in our lives. The process of coping with this loss can feel...

What does Rejection have to do with Sexual Intimacy?

When it comes to talking about sex, we often focus on the positive aspects – pleasure, connection, intimacy. These are all important aspects of sexual intimacy! However, one of the...

The 3 Pillars of a Healthy Relationship

There are three things that are essential for a healthy relationship: honesty, trust, and intimacy. If you can build these three pillars, your relationship will be authentic and real.

Honesty...

The Importance of Silence in Our Lives

There’s something about silence that is so calming and peaceful. It’s a time to slow down and reflect on our lives. For introverts, silence is essential in order to recharge...