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Religion, Spirituality, and Mental Health…What’s The Connection?
Is there a connection between Religion, Spirituality, and Mental Health? Religion and spirituality hold significant sway in the lives of many individuals, and their profound impact on mental health should […]
Is Self Care Selfish?
Is Self-Care Selfish? The summer season is upon us, bringing with it the celebrations of summer madness! It’s the perfect time to kick back, relax, and carve out some well-deserved […]
What is EMDR Therapy and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?
What is EMDR? …And why is everyone talking about it? By Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT If you’ve been exploring the world of therapy and mental health, you may have come […]
How To Make Changes With Self-Compassion
How to Make Changes with Self-Compassion Often, when we begin to identify that we’d like to change one or more aspects of our life, whether that’s our habits, our coping […]
What Is Self-Compassion?
What is Self-Compassion? You might have heard the term “self-compassion” from people in the mental health and wellness world – but what does it really mean, and how can you […]
Analysis of a “Good Therapist”
Finding a good Therapist in Austin, TX Have you ever thought about what a “good therapist means to you”? In the mental health realm, as a therapist, the relationship is […]
Tips for Finding an Actually Affirming Therapist for LGBTQIA+ Folks
Find an Affirming Therapist in Texas Competent, affirming mental health care is crucial for the LGBTQIA+ community, who experience higher rates of mental health struggles like suicidal thoughts, depression, and […]
Gender Affirming Care as a Therapist
Gender Affirming Care What first comes to mind when you hear “Gender affirming therapist?” What does it mean to you? I remember when I was in graduate school, and all […]
Boundaries: Home for the Holidays
Setting Boundaries with Family over the Holidays For many of us, the holiday season is often filled with so many emotions: joy, love, gratitude, stress, grief, and tension. Visiting home […]
The True Cost: Money and Mental Health
Money is a complicated topic, and money issues are so prevalent that for many it can feel like an unavoidable part of life. Whether you are a therapist or a […]
Is a support group the same as therapy?
Support Groups Versus Group Therapy-Which is Right for You? When you begin considering options to improve your mental and emotional well-being, there are many options available, meaning there is something […]
Meet the Associates
Hello there! We’re so glad you’ve landed on our website. Today we are excited to introduce the current group of LPC-associates that are part of Luminary Counseling PLLC. Instead of […]