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How to Help A Suicidal Friend Without Calling Law Enforcement
When a friend comes to you with suicidal thoughts, it can be scary. You're grateful they came to you, and of course you want to help. But you're not a trained mental health professional. Maybe you're afraid of saying the wrong thing and making the problem worse. Maybe...
Announcing: Stella Nova Community Cares
Community is one of Stella Nova’s core values. Here’s why we’re supporting Lyon-Martin Community Health as our Month of Giving program evolves into a year-round effort.
Recognizing Grief: Four Types Of Grief We Need To Talk About
We all experience grief many times throughout our lives, but we often have difficulty recognizing grief for what it is. San Francisco therapist Dr. Maya Borgueta discusses four types of grief that we don't talk about enough. August 30 is National Grief Awareness Day,...
Don’t Open Up Your Relationship Without Having These 5 Conversations First
There’s no “right” way to be in a relationship. You’re not alone if you’ve noticed that non-monogamy and open relationships seem to be more popular lately. Open relationships are closer to the mainstream today than they have been in the past, and many folks are...
How Ableism Impacts Our Mental Health
Ableism and stigma around disability undermine the mental health of people living with physical and mental disabilities alike. Learn more about how disabled people’s mental health is impacted by ableism in day-to-day life.
21 Ways to Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is one of the most fun cities in the world to celebrate Pride. There’s something for everyone! Read more to learn about events this month beyond parades and the party scene.
11 Ways to Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride in San Francisco
Whether you’re on a tight budget, looking to connect with other artists queer folks or wanting to honor LGBTQ+ history, we’ve put together this list of queer-focused events to take part in this Pride month.
Managing Depression At Work
Depression at work can be a real problem — it can get in the way of maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, getting assignments done, and ultimately, our ability to make a living. A California therapist discusses what depression can look like in the...
Four Challenges Faced by BIPOC Women in Therapy (And Three Things That Can Help)
A San Francisco psychologist breaks down four of the common challenges she sees for women of color entering therapy, and gives suggestions for three things that can help. I started grad school for counseling in 2003, which means I've been in the mental health field...
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