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PTSD Therapy for Women: Healing from Trauma and Reclaiming Safety

April Mendyka 9/16/25 April Mendyka 9/16/25

PTSD Therapy for Women: Healing from Trauma and Reclaiming Safety

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Perfectionism Therapy in Michigan: How to Break Free from Burnout, Anxiety, and Self-Criticism

April Mendyka 9/9/25 April Mendyka 9/9/25

Perfectionism Therapy in Michigan: How to Break Free from Burnout, Anxiety, and Self-Criticism

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Breaking Free from People-Pleasing: Therapy for Women Who Struggle to Say No

April Mendyka 9/2/25 April Mendyka 9/2/25

Breaking Free from People-Pleasing: Therapy for Women Who Struggle to Say No

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Depression Therapy for Women in Michigan: Compassionate, Trauma-Informed Care

April Mendyka 8/26/25 April Mendyka 8/26/25

Depression Therapy for Women in Michigan: Compassionate, Trauma-Informed Care

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It’s More Than Just Worry: When Anxiety Runs the Show

April Mendyka 8/19/25 April Mendyka 8/19/25

It’s More Than Just Worry: When Anxiety Runs the Show

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Healing from Trauma: A Personalized Approach to Inner Peace and Empowerment

April Mendyka 8/11/25 April Mendyka 8/11/25

Healing from Trauma: A Personalized Approach to Inner Peace and Empowerment

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IFS Unburdenings: How Parts Create Meaning and Why Pain Comes from Meaning

April Mendyka 8/5/25 April Mendyka 8/5/25

IFS Unburdenings: How Parts Create Meaning and Why Pain Comes from Meaning

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You Keep Giving Everything to Others—But Who's Taking Care of You?

April Mendyka 7/29/25 April Mendyka 7/29/25

You Keep Giving Everything to Others—But Who's Taking Care of You?

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Is It Anxiety or Is It Stress? Understanding the Difference—and How IFS Therapy Can Help

April Mendyka 7/22/25 April Mendyka 7/22/25

Is It Anxiety or Is It Stress? Understanding the Difference—and How IFS Therapy Can Help

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Why Is It So Hard to Make Friends as an Adult?

April Mendyka 7/15/25 April Mendyka 7/15/25

Why Is It So Hard to Make Friends as an Adult?

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Signs Your Anxiety is Actually Childhood Emotional Neglect

April Mendyka 7/8/25 April Mendyka 7/8/25

Signs Your Anxiety is Actually Childhood Emotional Neglect

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How Childhood Emotional Neglect Affects Adult Relationships

April Mendyka 7/1/25 April Mendyka 7/1/25

How Childhood Emotional Neglect Affects Adult Relationships

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What is an IFS Session Really Like? A Look Inside

April Mendyka 6/24/25 April Mendyka 6/24/25

What is an IFS Session Really Like? A Look Inside

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How to Cope if You’re Anxious In Between Therapy Sessions: My Strategy for Tracking Growth

April Mendyka 6/16/25 April Mendyka 6/16/25

How to Cope if You’re Anxious In Between Therapy Sessions: My Strategy for Tracking Growth

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Why This Isn’t Just Therapy—It’s a Transformative Experience

April Mendyka 6/10/25 April Mendyka 6/10/25

Why This Isn’t Just Therapy—It’s a Transformative Experience

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Facing the Unknown: Common Fears About Starting EMDR Therapy (And Why You're Not Alone)

April Mendyka 5/30/25 April Mendyka 5/30/25

Facing the Unknown: Common Fears About Starting EMDR Therapy (And Why You're Not Alone)

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The Healing Journey: How IFS Therapy Empowers Women to Overcome Childhood Trauma

Olivia August 5/30/25 Olivia August 5/30/25

The Healing Journey: How IFS Therapy Empowers Women to Overcome Childhood Trauma

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Why Did I Have a Trauma Response When I Had a Hard Conversation with My Husband?How Anxiety Presents in Women

April Mendyka 5/6/25 April Mendyka 5/6/25

Why Did I Have a Trauma Response When I Had a Hard Conversation with My Husband?How Anxiety Presents in Women

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Gaslighting, Narcissism & the Danger of Buzzwords in Mental Health Conversations

April Mendyka 4/30/25 April Mendyka 4/30/25

Gaslighting, Narcissism & the Danger of Buzzwords in Mental Health Conversations

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Virtual EMDR Therapy in Michigan for Women: How to Deeply Heal Past Traditional Talk Therapy

April Mendyka 2/26/25 April Mendyka 2/26/25

Virtual EMDR Therapy in Michigan for Women: How to Deeply Heal Past Traditional Talk Therapy

In this guide, we’ll break down how EMDR therapy for women works, explore the eight phases, and discuss why choosing a private practice setting can enhance your healing journey.

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