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Oct 17, 2018
6 min

4 Signs You Have Mid-Semester Burnout and What to Do About It

In my past work as a therapist on college campuses, and now as a psychologist in private practice, October is the time of the year when I...

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Common but Often Overlooked: Postpartum Anxiety Disorders

Amber Sylvan, Ph.D.

Sep 27, 2018
4 min

Common but Often Overlooked: Postpartum Anxiety Disorders

Postpartum depression and its impacts have gotten a lot more attention in recent years, and that's a good thing. However, there are many ...

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6 Ways to Support Someone Coping with Postpartum Depression

Amber Sylvan, Ph.D.

Jul 8, 2018
6 min

6 Ways to Support Someone Coping with Postpartum Depression

The birth of a new child is an enormous life transition. Many expectant parents often feel a mix of joy, anticipation, worry, and the pre...

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4 Simple Ways to Incorporate Mindfulness into Your Daily Life

Amber Sylvan, Ph.D.

May 31, 2018
4 min

4 Simple Ways to Incorporate Mindfulness into Your Daily Life

Have you ever found yourself standing in a long line—perhaps at a store, or the bank. It seems to be taking forever and no one is moving....

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Stay Positive? Ways that "Negative" Emotions are Healthy

Amber Sylvan, Ph.D.

Apr 23, 2018
3 min

Stay Positive? Ways that "Negative" Emotions are Healthy

The push for positive thinking is strong. You may have seen studies and think pieces about the "power of positive thinking" and the sever...

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But I Don't Feel Sad: 9 Lesser Known Symptoms of Depression

Amber Sylvan, Ph.D.

Apr 16, 2018
5 min

But I Don't Feel Sad: 9 Lesser Known Symptoms of Depression

When you think of depression, what comes to mind? If you are like most people, you probably imagine someone who is sad all the time. Howe...

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SYLVAN PSYCHOLOGICAL

Psychotherapy, Assessment, & Career

4 Signs You Have Mid-Semester Burnout and What to Do About It

Common but Often Overlooked: Postpartum Anxiety Disorders

6 Ways to Support Someone Coping with Postpartum Depression

4 Simple Ways to Incorporate Mindfulness into Your Daily Life

Stay Positive? Ways that "Negative" Emotions are Healthy

But I Don't Feel Sad: 9 Lesser Known Symptoms of Depression