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                                                                 Becoming Proficient in PTSD Treatment                         Written by Kelsey Someliana-Lauer, Therapy Practice Solutions Virtual Assistant                                                            Every year, on June 27th, we come together to recognize National PTSD Awareness Day , a day dedicated to raising awareness about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and promoting understanding and support for those affected by this debilitating condition. PTSD can affect anyone who has experienced or witnessed a traumatic event, such as military combat, natural disasters, accidents, or violence. Its impact reaches far beyond the individual, affecting families, friends, and communities. On this important day, we join forces to shed light on PTSD, break the stigma surrounding mental health, and pave the way for compassionate care and healing.  Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) manifests in various ways an

Incorporating Pride in the Mental Health Therapy Office Written by Kelsey Someliana-Lauer, Therapy Practice Solutions Virtual Assistant June is Pride month, which means mental health therapists and clients alike may be focusing on LGBTQ+ topics. Pride month traces its roots back to the Stonewall Uprising , a pivotal event in LGBTQ+ history. On June 28, 1969, a series of protests and demonstrations erupted at the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York City's Greenwich Village. These spontaneous acts of resistance were sparked by the ongoing police harassment and discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community at the time.  Today, Pride month serves as a commemoration of these events, celebrating the progress made in LGBTQ+ rights, and serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for equal rights and social justice for all. But, what rights are LGBTQ+ folx missing in the therapy room? LGBTQ+ individuals often face unique challenges when it comes to mental health, stemming from societal at