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A Psychotherapy Practice for Children, Adults, and Survivors
Providing Telehealth Therapy to
Clients Living in Rhode Island, Massachusetts & Connecticut
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Jan 302 min read
Nonbinary Identities: Three Common Misconceptions
The question of gender identity is currently a contentious issue on American soil. On the day of his Inauguration, President Donald J....
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Jan 252 min read
Bulldozer vs. Guard Rail: Accommodative Parenting vs. Supportive Parenting
As a parent, one of your main priorities is raising your child. A lot goes into this: keeping them safe, teaching them kindness, and...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Jan 152 min read
PhDs, LMHCs, & LICSWs, Oh My!: Deconstructing Mental Health Specialists
There are many different pathways to becoming a mental health therapist, and we here at Compassionate Healing are proud to have...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Jan 71 min read
Election Stress: Enduring During Times of Uncertainty
Many Americans are concerned about how their lives will be impacted with the upcoming inauguration on January 20th. Regardless of your...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Dec 31, 20242 min read
“New Year, New Me?”: Actually Effective Strategies for Positive Change
“New year, new me!” is a common phrase heard at the end of each year as people begin winding down from the various holidays and...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Dec 24, 20242 min read
Using Coping Tools in Busy Spaces: Work, Holiday Gatherings, Family Dinners, and more.
There are as many coping tools in existence as there are people. Our clients have found it incredibly helpful to do things like meditate,...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Dec 17, 20242 min read
“You Aren’t Allowed to Say That to Me!”: And Other Misconceptions in Boundary Setting
Setting boundaries with family and other loved ones is a frequently discussed topic for many therapy-goers. Interpersonal conflict...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Dec 3, 20242 min read
Not Feeling Heard By Your Therapist? 3 Tips to Get What You Need Out of Therapy
In 2023, 59.2 million Americans received some form of mental health treatment. There are over 80 formal evidence-based treatment...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Nov 25, 20242 min read
Managing Holiday Stress: Family Conflict
A recent study by the American Psychological Association determined that almost nine in ten adults in the United States experience...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Nov 18, 20242 min read
Does BetterHelp Really Better Help You?: Pros and Cons to Subscription-Based Therapy Services
If you’ve spent any amount of time on social media for any topic related to mental health, you’ve probably seen an ad for...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Nov 11, 20242 min read
Seasonal Changes: Shorter Days, Longer Nights, and Worsened Mood
As the nights grow longer and daylight fades, you may find your mood following a similar pattern. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Oct 21, 20243 min read
Supporting Your Child Through Halloween Anxiety
♫♫ Spooky, scary skeletons, send shivers down your spine ♫♫ Halloween is a rife breeding ground for childhood anxiety. Though kids might...
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Murron O'Neill, LCSW
Oct 14, 20243 min read
The "Being Enough" Problem
Are you a perfectionist? Or maybe you feel that no matter what you do, what you accomplish, it’s never good enough? Many of the clients...
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Staff
Apr 3, 20242 min read
The Power of Vulnerability in Healing
In our journey through life, we often guard ourselves against potential hurt, disappointment, and rejection by building walls.
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Staff
Mar 19, 20243 min read
The Myth of Mind Reading in Relationships: Bridging the Gap Through Communication
In the dance of partnership, where two unique worlds intertwine, expectations hover like unseen threads, guiding our steps and, at times, ta
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Staff
Mar 19, 20243 min read
Making Space for Our Negative Emotions: The Path to Emotional Well-being
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we're often taught that success and happiness are synonymous with positivity. Negative emotions
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Mar 14, 20243 min read
Embracing Our Emotions: A Path to Healing and Growth
In a world that often urges us to keep a stiff upper lip, acknowledging and trusting our emotions can feel like a revolutionary act.
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Mar 14, 20243 min read
Navigating the Pressure to Achieve: A Guide for College Students
In the labyrinth of college life, where the future seems as daunting as it is bright, many students find themselves grappling with an...
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