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Read articles from the clinicians at WPA Therapy on anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, grief, relationships, and more.


The Ambiguous Loss of Parental Estrangement
When your adult child cuts off contact, the feelings loss can feel impossible to place. You might feel a deep sense of sadness and grief, like your child has died. You might also feel shame at the status of your relationship, or anger at how things fell apart.

WPA Therapy
Aug 254 min read


The Cost of Endless Giving: Preventing Burnout Among Women Caregivers
Many women move through their day carrying an invisible checklist. Appointments to schedule, meals to plan, reminders to send, emotions to manage, problems to anticipate. Even during quiet moments, their minds still run through what needs to happen next and who needs their support.

WPA Therapy
Mar 104 min read


Winter Mental Health Check-In: Questions for Self-Reflection
Winter can bring shorter days, colder weather, and a natural slowing down, all of which can impact mood and energy. Many people notice completely normal changes in how they feel emotionally, mentally, or physically during this season, though some of these changes can bring more mental health challenges.

WPA Therapy
Feb 264 min read


New Year, New Me? Starting 2026 With Mental Health in Mind
January has a way of making people feel like it’s time to start over and turn over a new leaf – everywhere you look, there’s messaging about setting New Year's resolutions to become a better, healthier, more productive version of yourself.

WPA Therapy
Jan 114 min read


The Power of Self-Reflection: Using Journal Prompts to Start the New Year Strong
The start of a new year is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and set intentions for the months ahead. This kind of self-reflection helps u

WPA Therapy
Jan 12, 20254 min read


Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences in Adulthood
Each of us has a unique set of experiences that shape our lives in meaningful ways. For some of us, memories of difficult experiences in childhood can have lasting impacts well into adulthood. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are traumatic events that occur during childhood and can have negative effects on a person's mental, physical, and social well-being.

WPA Therapy
May 7, 20234 min read


The Benefits of Being Sober Curious (And How Therapy Can Help)
Sober curiosity is rooted in the idea that we can all stand to benefit from re-examining our relationship with alcohol and cutting back.

WPA Therapy
Jan 22, 20235 min read


Choosing to Thrive While Dying
Jena Skelton, LPC, of WPA , is going to walk us through a challenging conversation about loss, death, and grief.

WPA Therapy
Jul 27, 20221 min read


What is CBT Therapy?
CBT is a common technique used by many therapists, but what is CBT and who can benefit from it? How exactly does CBT therapy work?

WPA Therapy
Feb 28, 20224 min read
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