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A Therapist’s Toolkit: Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and Anxiety

General, Individual Therapy /

When anxiety or intrusive thoughts become overwhelming, it’s natural to look for ways to feel safer or more certain. You might check something repeatedly, avoid certain situations, seek reassurance, or engage in mental rituals to reduce distress. While these behaviors can provide temporary relief, they can also reinforce the cycle of anxiety over time. Exposure […]

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Is OCD Curable? Understanding Treatment, Recovery, and Hope

Individual Therapy /

If you or someone you love is living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you may find yourself asking “Is OCD curable?” The good news is that OCD is highly treatable, and many people experience significant improvement with appropriate treatment. While there is no guaranteed permanent cure for OCD, evidence-based treatments can help reduce symptoms and teach

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Postpartum Anxiety Quiz: What Your Symptoms May Be Telling You

Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Low Cost /

Having a baby can bring profound joy, but it can also bring unexpected worry, fear, and emotional overwhelm. If you find yourself constantly checking on your baby, imagining something going wrong, struggling to relax, or feeling unable to quiet your thoughts, you may be wondering whether what you’re experiencing is more than typical new-parent worry.

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Morning Anxiety in Kids: Why Back-to-School Season Can Be a Trigger

Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Low Cost /

For some families, the start of a new school year brings excitement and fresh opportunities. For others, back-to-school season can trigger morning anxiety in kids, making the transition from summer to school feel overwhelming. A child experiencing school anxiety may struggle to get out of bed, complain of a stomachache, cry while getting dressed, become

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Is Anxiety a Disability? Understanding When Anxiety Affects Your Life

Individual Therapy, Low Cost /

If anxiety is making it difficult to work, maintain relationships, sleep, or manage everyday responsibilities, you may find yourself asking, “Is anxiety a disability?”. The answer can depend on the severity of your symptoms and how significantly anxiety affects your ability to function. While not everyone with anxiety will meet a formal definition of disability,

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CBT vs. DBT: What’s the Difference and Which One Might Be Right for You?

Individual Therapy, Low Cost /

If you’ve been looking into therapy, you may have already come across the question of CBT vs DBT. These two approaches are related, but they’re not the same, and understanding the difference can help you feel more grounded as you explore your options. Many people don’t know where to start when they’re trying to choose

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GLP-1s, Body Image, and Mental Health: The Weight of Social Judgment

Individual Therapy, Low Cost /

The conversation around GLP-1 medications has become about much more than healthcare. Every day, social media, news headlines, and everyday conversations invite people to weigh in on who “should” take these medications, who “deserves” them, and what they say about the people who use them. Lost in these conversations is something equally important: the emotional

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Mental Health Awareness Month: Why It Matters and How to Access Support

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Mental Health Awareness Month, observed each May, is a national reminder of the importance of emotional wellbeing, access to therapy, and reducing stigma around mental health care. While awareness has grown in recent years, many people still face barriers to finding affordable, affirming, and effective support. At Steffen Counseling Services (SCS), we view Mental Health

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Welcoming Alefia Delhiwala, Clinical Intern, to Our Team

Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, General, Low Cost /

We’re thrilled add Alefia Delhiwala to our team at Steffen Counseling Services as a clinical intern! Alefia is passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families across Washington State, with a special focus on culturally sensitive care, relational dynamics, and personal growth. She offers affordable therapy sessions (between $65–$85 per session) online. Additionally, she accepts

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