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What Thor Taught Us about Depression and Self-Worth

One thing you should know, for those of you who are just getting to know me through my articles in this blog, is that I am an unabashed fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Within the spectacle and humor of each film, throughout my history of midnight showings and marathons on the couch with my family, I’ve analyzed many of the heartfelt and emotion-based themes connected with various character arcs. So what better way to combine my two loves than to examine some of the struggles of the god of thunder through the lens of a mental health therapist?

Hollie O'KeefeSeptember 13, 2019Where You Are CounselingDepression, Self-worth, Stigma, Millenials, Grief

Battling the Stigma of Therapy: How Talking Can Change the World

Millions of Americans face mental illness every day, according to survey research conducted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Yet the stigma surrounding mental health is felt both by those participating in therapy and those not. Overall, 4 in 10 American adults (42%) have seen a counselor at some point in their lives. Thirteen percent say they are currently seeing a counselor or therapist, while more than a quarter (28%) say they’ve seen a counselor or therapist in the past. But how many of these people tell the world they are going to therapy? And why are some keeping it a secret?

Hollie O'KeefeAugust 23, 2019Stigma, Boomers, Elders, Gen Xers, Millenials, Care Givers

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