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Tips for Having a Successful Summer Break

June 1, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Erica Chavie, MS, School-Based Therapist/Mental Health Practitioner.   The transition from school to summer break can be a stressful period. Even though school's out and kids are excited...

5 Mental Health Myths Debunked

May 25, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Kristin Hoppe, MS, LPCC, LADC, DBT and Outpatient Therapist.    The stigma that surrounds mental health perpetuates many myths. Meanwhile, this can lead to people not getting...

10 Ways to Increase Your Happiness

April 27, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Jack Hinrichs, LMFT, Outpatient Therapist.  Everyone wants to be healthy and happy, right? But how do we get there? According to research, there are certain ways to...

How to Make Friends as an Adult

April 26, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, Outpatient Therapist.  As children, making friends seems to come naturally. After all, we’re surrounded by people our own age throughout our...

How to Start Therapy: A Step-by-Step Guide

April 1, 2022
Starting therapy doesn't have to be daunting. At Nystrom & Associates, we strive to make the process as simple as possible so you can get the help you need. In this article, we’re going to...

Women's History Month: Empowered Women Empower Women

March 30, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, Outpatient Therapist.  March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the contributions of women in American history. In this article,...

Are Fake Rules Running Your Life?

March 30, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, Outpatient Therapist.     We all have guiding principles, beliefs, and rules that help guide our behavior and make us who we are. These...

The 'Stupid Mental Health' Walk Trend

March 30, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Dr. Karin Ryan, PsyD, LP, Clinic Director, Outpatient Therapist.    The 'stupid mental health' social media trend highlights something we’ve all felt at one point or another,...

10 Tips to Make Therapy More Effective

March 30, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Ashley Solberg, LMFT, Outpatient Therapist.  Are you thinking about starting therapy, and wondering how you can make the most of your sessions? Or maybe you’re already in...

5 Self-Care Ideas for Valentine's Day

February 10, 2022
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Michaela Gansen, APSW, LGSW, PMH-C, Outpatient Therapist.  Valentine’s Day is associated with romance, but that doesn't mean it has to be romantic. Everyone has different thoughts and feelings...