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Articles, resources, and insights from our team of therapists — to support your journey toward healing and wholeness.
Red Flags to Watch for When Choosing a Therapist
Most therapists are caring professionals, but a few warning signs mean you should look elsewhere. Learn what to watch for and what to do if something feels off.
What Questions Should I Ask My Therapist on the First Visit?
Nervous about your first therapy appointment? Here is what to expect, how to prepare, and the questions worth asking about experience, privacy, cost, and approach.
TaShara Jones
October 8, 2026
How Do I Find the Right Therapist for Me?
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming. Here is a simple seven-step guide to checking credentials, comparing approaches, and finding a therapist who fits you.
Ceria Hamlin
October 7, 2026
Emotional Neglect in Adulthood: Recognizing Unmet Emotional Needs
Emotional neglect refers to important emotional needs being overlooked or unsupported. Learn how unmet emotional needs may affect adults, why the concept is not a diagnosis, and when professional support may be useful.
Denise Brosseau
October 6, 2026
Alexithymia: When Identifying and Describing Emotions Is Difficult
Alexithymia is a dimensional difficulty with recognizing, differentiating, and describing one’s own emotions. Learn what it means, what it does not mean, and how emotional-awareness skills may be developed.
Jasmine Newbould
October 5, 2026
Moral Injury: Guilt, Shame, and Distress After a Violation of Values
Moral injury describes distress after participating in, failing to prevent, witnessing, or experiencing an event that violates deeply held values. Learn how it differs from PTSD and when guilt, shame, or loss of meaning may need support.
Diaria Ervin
October 4, 2026
PMDD and Severe Premenstrual Mood Symptoms: What to Know
PMDD is a severe premenstrual disorder that can affect mood, concentration, relationships, and daily functioning. Learn how the cycle pattern is assessed, how PMDD differs from PMS or depression, and what treatment options may be discussed with a clinician.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
October 1, 2026
Breaking the Stigma: Free Mental Wellness Panel on October 15
Join Radiant Recovery & Counseling on October 15, 2026, for “Breaking the Stigma: Conversations That Change Lives,” a free virtual panel about therapy stigma, mental-health care, and emotional wellness.
Ceria Hamlin
September 30, 2026
Postpartum Anxiety: Signs, Support, and When to Seek Help
Postpartum anxiety can involve persistent worry, panic, racing thoughts, irritability, sleep disruption, or frightening intrusive thoughts. Learn what to watch for, how to seek support, and when urgent help is needed.
Johanna Walker
September 29, 2026
Autistic Burnout and Masking in Adults: Support and Practical Next Steps
Autistic burnout can involve deep exhaustion, sensory overload, reduced functioning, and difficulty meeting everyday demands. Learn how masking and unmet support needs may contribute and what practical support can look like.
Ceria Hamlin
September 28, 2026
Bipolar Disorder: Recognizing Mood Episodes and Finding Support
Bipolar disorder involves clinically significant changes in mood, energy, activity, and functioning. Learn how mania, hypomania, depression, and mixed features can appear and when professional support is important.
TaShara Jones
September 27, 2026
Depersonalization and Derealization: What These Experiences Can Mean
Depersonalization and derealization can feel frightening, especially when someone worries they are losing touch with reality. Learn what these experiences may mean, what can contribute to them, and when to seek professional support.
Neha Kurpad
September 24, 2026
What Happens in Your First Therapy Session? A Practical Guide for Minnesota and Georgia
Wondering what happens in a first therapy session? Learn what to expect, what to bring, what to ask, and how to prepare for in-person or telehealth counseling in Minnesota and Georgia.
Laura Carlisle
September 24, 2026
What to Expect From Psychiatric Medication Management: Evaluations, Follow-Ups, and Therapy Coordination
Psychiatric medication management is more than receiving a prescription. Learn what an evaluation may include, how follow-ups work, what monitoring may be needed, and how medication can coordinate with therapy.
Margaret Alie
September 23, 2026
Health Anxiety: When Worry About Illness Becomes a Cycle
Health anxiety can turn ordinary uncertainty, body sensations, online searches, and reassurance-seeking into a repeating cycle. Learn how the cycle works, when it becomes impairing, and what evidence-based support may involve.
Laine Bermansohn
September 22, 2026
2026 Minnesota & Georgia Mental Health Access Report: A Comparative Analysis
An authoritative analysis of the 2026 mental health landscape in Minnesota and Georgia, highlighting key disparities in access, workforce density, and community needs.
Brian Sager
September 15, 2026
Mental Health Access in Minnesota and Georgia: A Study on Insurance, Telehealth, and Appointment Availability
A focused study on the mechanics of mental health access in 2026, examining how insurance acceptance and telehealth adoption are impacting appointment availability in MN and GA.
Brian Sager
September 14, 2026
2026 BIPOC Mental Health Equity Report: Addressing Disparities in Minnesota & Georgia
A comprehensive study on mental health equity for BIPOC communities in 2026, focusing on cultural competence, representation, and the reduction of systemic treatment barriers in MN and GA.
Johanna Walker
September 11, 2026
The Evolution of Rural Mental Health: A Study on Telehealth Impact and Efficacy in 2026
An in-depth look at how telehealth has transformed mental health access for rural communities in Minnesota and Georgia in 2026, featuring data on engagement and efficacy.
Bolanle Oyesile
September 9, 2026
What Labor Day Can Teach Us About Rest, Burnout, and Work-Life Balance
Labor Day 2026 falls on September 7, the latest possible date the holiday can land on. Beyond the cookouts and long weekend, it's worth asking: when was the last time you actually rested? Here's what the holiday's history says about work, and how to recognize burnout before it costs you more than a Monday off.
Derick Ngoran
September 7, 2026
Start the Conversation: How to Talk to Someone You're Worried About
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. This year's national theme is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide” and it starts with one honest conversation. Here's how to recognize warning signs, ask directly, and connect someone you love to help.
Laine Bermansohn
September 6, 2026
You Don't Have to Be in Crisis to Reach Out: Understanding 988 and When to Ask for Help
The theme for 988 Day 2026 is “988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough.” You do not need to be in crisis to call. Here's what 988 actually is, who it's for, and how ongoing therapy fits alongside it.
Brian Sager
September 5, 2026
Digital Burnout: When Being Always Connected Starts to Hurt
Constant digital demands can increase stress, anxiety, and burnout. Learn practical ways to create healthier screen habits and protect your mental wellbeing.
Laine Bermansohn
September 3, 2026
Sleep and Anxiety: Why Rest Can Feel So Difficult
Sleep and anxiety can reinforce each other. Worry can make it difficult to settle, while poor sleep can reduce patience, concentration, and emotional flexibility the next day. A difficult night does not mean something is permanently wrong, but repeated sleep disruption deserves attention. Why the mind becomes louder at night Daytime activity can keep concerns in the background. When the room becomes quiet, unfinished conversations, health fears, financial stress, grief, or tomorrow’s responsibilities may become more noticeable. Trying to force sleep can add another layer of pressure: “If I do not fall asleep now, tomorrow will be a disaster.” A gentler approach is to create a predictable wind-down, reduce stimulating content, keep the room comfortable, and use a written worry list to give tomorrow’s problems a place to wait. If you remain awake and increasingly frustrated, a quiet activity in low light may be more helpful than repeatedly checking the clock. Anxiety-related sleep problems can also be connected to panic, trauma, depression, medication, substance use, shift work, pain, or a medical condition. A clinician can help identify what needs to be assessed rather than assuming every sleep problem has one cause. The digital question Sleep trackers can provide patterns, but they can also make rest feel like a score to win. Some people become anxious about the number reported by a device even when they feel reasonably rested. The unanswered question is how digital sleep tools can inform care without creating “orthosomnia”—anxiety about achieving perfect sleep data. Bring tracker information to a qualified professional as one source of context, not a diagnosis. Radiant Recovery & Counseling can help clients explore anxiety, stress, trauma, and related concerns that affect rest.
Rosalyn Chambliss
September 2, 2026
Panic Attacks at Night: Why They Happen and What to Do
Nighttime panic can feel frightening and confusing. Learn what may contribute to it, what to do in the moment, and when to seek support.
Keonna Stanley
September 1, 2026
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How to Choose the Right Therapist for Your Needs
Choosing a therapist is about more than credentials, it is about finding a professional whose experience, approach, communication style, availability, and values make it possible to participate honestly in care. Learn what questions to ask, how to recognize a good therapeutic fit, and why digital matching tools should support not replace the first conversation.
Laine Bermansohn
August 28, 2026
Adult ADHD and Emotional Overload: Why “Small” Tasks Can Feel Huge
Adult ADHD is not always experienced as simple distraction or impulsivity. For many adults, a small task can feel emotionally and mentally enormous before it even begins. Understanding executive-function challenges, shame, overwhelm, and task initiation can lead to kinder, more practical support—and tools that reduce friction instead of adding guilt.
Briana Gaunt
August 26, 2026
How Do You Know If Therapy Is Working?
Therapy progress isn't always linear. Learn the signs therapy is helping, how to navigate setbacks, and when to discuss goals or fit with your therapist.
Radiant Recovery & Counseling
August 24, 2026
When a Loved One Uses Substances: Support Without Control
You cannot control another person’s recovery, but you can offer support, protect safety, and decide what you will and will not participate in. Learn the difference between support and rescuing.
Denise Brosseau
August 20, 2026
Depression and Decision Fatigue: When Choosing Anything Feels Exhausting
Depression can make ordinary decisions feel like major projects. Learn how to reduce pressure, recognize overlapping concerns, and seek support without turning difficulty into a judgment about character.
Keonna Stanley
August 19, 2026
Teen Mental Health and Social Media: How Parents Can Start a Better Conversation
Social media can affect comparison, sleep, belonging, conflict, and safety but a phone is rarely the whole story. Learn how parents can start a more useful conversation with a teenager.
Johanna Walker
August 18, 2026
Guide to Georgia Medicaid for Mental Health & Addiction
Navigating Georgia Medicaid for mental health and addiction care can be confusing. This guide explains coverage, providers, and how to get started today.
Brian Sager
August 12, 2026
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Finding the Right Addiction Counseling in Atlanta and Minnesota
Looking for addiction counseling in Atlanta or Minnesota? Discover how integrated dual diagnosis therapy and Medicaid coverage can help you rebuild your life.
Brian Sager
August 11, 2026
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Workplace Microaggressions: The Death by a Thousand Cuts, and How to Ground Yourself Through It
Workplace microaggressions add up. Why the “death by a thousand cuts” feeling is real, plus grounding techniques for professional spaces.
Briana Gaunt
August 10, 2026
The Quiet Strength Myth: What “Be Strong” Actually Costs BIPOC Families
The pressure to always be strong has a real cost. How the Quiet Strength myth suppresses trauma in BIPOC families, and what healing looks like instead.
Keonna Stanley
August 10, 2026
Radical Joy as Resistance: Why Your Happiness Is Both Personal and Political
For marginalized communities, choosing joy is not naive, it's an act of resistance. Why happiness matters both personally and politically, and how to claim it.
Aida Ibrahim
August 9, 2026
Code-Switching Fatigue: The Real Cost of Shifting Yourself for Safety
Code-switching for safety has a real mental cost. Understanding code-switching fatigue, and the relief of finally having a mask-free space to be fully yourself.
Briana Gaunt
August 8, 2026
Acculturation Stress: Living Well Between Two Worlds
Acculturation stress is the exhausting split between two worlds. Understand it, and try a bridge-building exercise for first and second-generation immigrants.
Laine Bermansohn
August 7, 2026
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Faith and Therapy: Why Seeking Help Is Not a Crisis of Faith
Many faith communities treat therapy as a sign of weak faith. How clinical care and spiritual practice can genuinely complement each other.
Khyati Shah
August 6, 2026
The Ancestor's Ache: Understanding Generational Trauma
Generational trauma is passed down through more than stories. A careful look at intergenerational trauma and epigenetics, plus a Legacy Letter exercise.
TaShara Jones
August 4, 2026
The Language of Healing: Why Therapy Needs to Speak Your Cultural Shorthand
Standard Western therapy models often miss what matters most to non-Western clients. Why cultural shorthand in therapy isn't a bonus, it's clinical necessity.
Johanna Walker
August 4, 2026
Collectivist Self-Care: Why Your Healing Strengthens Everyone Around You
Self-care often gets sold as “me-time,” which can feel selfish in collectivist cultures. Here's how individual healing actually strengthens the whole community.
Jasmine Patterson
August 2, 2026
The Homecoming Blues: Navigating the Space Between Two Homes
Visiting your motherland can feel like homecoming and like being a stranger, all at once. Understanding the Homecoming Blues of the diaspora.
Charity Ntor-Ue
August 1, 2026
OCD Isn't Just About Being Tidy: What the Disorder Actually Looks Like
OCD is often reduced to a joke about being neat or organized. Learn what obsessive-compulsive disorder actually involves and why the stereotype misses so much.
TaShara Jones
July 31, 2026
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What is under anger?
Anger often masks more vulnerable emotions like fear, hurt, or shame. Learn why anger functions as a secondary emotion and what therapy addresses underneath it.
Laine Bermansohn
July 30, 2026
Why More Connected Doesn't Mean Less Lonely
Being constantly online hasn't made loneliness go away, and for many people it's made it worse. Learn why digital connection often falls short and what helps.
Keonna Stanley
July 29, 2026
Premarital Counseling: Building a Strong Foundation for Lifelong Love
Premarital counseling helps engaged couples build a strong foundation before marriage. Learn what it covers and why it matters.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
July 29, 2026
Body Image Struggles Aren't Just About Eating Disorders
Body image struggles affect mental health even without a diagnosed eating disorder. Learn how negative body image shows up and how therapy can help.
Briana Gaunt
July 28, 2026
What Actually Happens in an EMDR Session
EMDR therapy can sound unusual before you've tried it. Here's what actually happens in a session, the eight phases, and why the approach is evidence-based.
Briana Gaunt
July 27, 2026
Choosing the Right Therapist: Finding Support for Your Relationship Journey
Finding the right couples therapist matters. Learn what to look for, questions to ask, and how to start your relationship therapy journey.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
July 27, 2026
How to Support a Loved One With Depression Without Losing Yourself
Supporting someone with depression is hard on you too. Learn practical ways to help, what to avoid saying, and how to protect your own wellbeing.
Charity Ntor-Ue
July 25, 2026
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and ADHD: When Criticism Feels Unbearable
RSD describes the intense pain some people with ADHD feel from criticism or rejection. Learn what it is, why it happens, and how to manage it.
Aida Ibrahim
July 24, 2026
Are You a Highly Sensitive Person? What Sensory Processing Sensitivity Actually Means
Highly sensitive people process sensory and emotional input more deeply than most. Learn the traits of HSP, what the research says, and how therapy can help.
Johanna Walker
July 23, 2026
Trauma Bonding: Why Leaving an Unhealthy Relationship Isn't Just a Matter of Willpower
Trauma bonding explains why leaving an unhealthy relationship is so hard. Learn how it forms, why willpower isn't the issue, and how therapy can help.
Dr. Wendy Chukwuto
July 22, 2026
Grief Doesn't Move in a Straight Line, and That's Not a Failure
Grief rarely follows the five stages in order. Learn why mourning is nonlinear, what complicated grief looks like, and when grief counseling can help.
Jasmine Patterson
July 21, 2026
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What Happens in Trauma Systems Therapy? A Guide for Minnesota Families
Trauma Systems Therapy treats a child's emotions and their environment together. Here is what happens in sessions, and how it helps Minnesota families.
Jasmine Newbould
July 20, 2026
Stress vs Anxiety vs Burnout: What's the Actual Difference
Stress, anxiety, and burnout are often used interchangeably, but they are distinct. A clear breakdown, with help available across Minnesota.
Kyana Brown
July 20, 2026
Relocation Stress in Maple Grove: Adjusting to a New Community
Relocating to Maple Grove brings a distinct kind of stress. Common signs, why it's often underestimated, and what actually helps.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
July 19, 2026
Relationship Stress in Plymouth: When Partnership Strain Becomes Chronic
Relationship stress can turn chronic without direct attention. What it looks like in Plymouth, and how therapy can help partnerships.
Chartel Hawkins
July 18, 2026
Chronic Stress and Physical Health: What St Paul Residents Should Know
Chronic stress changes the body, not just mood. How prolonged stress affects physical health, and how therapy in St Paul can help.
TaShara Jones
July 17, 2026
First Responder Stress in St Cloud: Understanding Occupational Trauma
First responders in St Cloud face a distinct form of occupational stress. What it looks like, and why confidential support matters.
Kyana Brown
July 16, 2026
Financial Stress in Rochester: Understanding and Managing Money Related Stress
Financial stress is common and rarely discussed. How it shows up in Rochester, and how therapy can help you manage it.
Laine Bermansohn
July 16, 2026
Farm Stress in Minnesota: A Serious and Treatable Concern
Farm stress in Minnesota is a serious, treatable concern. Why it deserves specific attention, and how telehealth has expanded access to care.
Aida Ibrahim
July 15, 2026
Holiday Stress in Edina: Managing Pressure During the Season
Holiday stress can be especially pronounced in Minnesota. Common sources, signs it's becoming overwhelming, and how therapy can help.
Charity Ntor-Ue
July 15, 2026
Parenting Stress in Woodbury: Recognizing It and Getting Support
Parenting stress is a distinct, chronic stress pattern beyond ordinary tiredness. What it looks like for Woodbury families, and what helps.
Derick Ngoran
July 15, 2026
Small Business Owner Stress in Stillwater: Managing the Weight of Running It All
Running a business in Stillwater carries a distinct stress load. Common signs, why owners delay support, and what actually helps.
Dr. Wendy Chukwuto
July 14, 2026
Academic Stress in Mankato: Supporting Students Through the Pressure
Academic stress affects students in Mankato under real pressure. Signs to watch for, and how therapy can help students manage it.
Briana Gaunt
July 14, 2026
Winter Stress in Duluth: Managing the Seasonal Toll
Winter in Duluth brings seasonal stress tied to weather, isolation, and daylight loss. How it shows up, and what helps through the coldest months.
Johanna Walker
July 14, 2026
Managing Stress and External Pressures on Your Relationship
Stress from work, parenting, or health can strain a relationship. Learn how couples can manage external pressures together and stay connected.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
July 13, 2026
Caregiver Stress in Minnetonka: What It Is and How to Manage It
Caregiver stress is a growing concern in Minnetonka. What it looks like, how it differs from burnout, and what support is available.
Diaria Ervin
July 13, 2026
Stress and Sleep: Understanding the Cycle in Bloomington
Stress and sleep problems reinforce each other. How that cycle works, and how therapy in Bloomington can help you get real rest again.
Khyati Shah
July 13, 2026
Workplace Stress in Minneapolis: Causes, Signs, and What Actually Helps
Workplace stress is a top reason Minneapolis professionals seek therapy. What it is, how it differs from burnout, and what treatment looks like.
Dr. Wendy Chukwuto
July 13, 2026
Rekindling Intimacy: Deepening Emotional and Physical Connection
Intimacy naturally ebbs and flows in long-term relationships. Learn how to rekindle emotional and physical connection with your partner.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
July 12, 2026
Navigating Conflict: Healthy Resolution Strategies for Couples
Conflict is normal in every relationship. Learn healthy conflict resolution strategies for couples that build understanding instead of resentment.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
July 8, 2026
Effective Communication in Relationships: The Cornerstone
Effective communication is the foundation of a healthy relationship. Learn active listening, healthy expression, and pitfalls that damage connection.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
July 1, 2026
Marriage Counseling: A Path to Stronger Relationships
Marriage counseling helps couples improve communication, resolve conflict, and rebuild connection. Learn what it involves and when to seek help.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
June 30, 2026
Rebuilding Trust: Healing After Betrayal in Marriage
Rebuilding trust after betrayal is possible with commitment and support. Learn the steps couples take to heal after infidelity or broken promises.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
June 18, 2026
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What Are the Physical Symptoms of Anxiety?
Anxiety isn't just in your head it affects your whole body. Discover the common physical symptoms of anxiety, from a racing heart to fatigue, and learn how to find relief.
Bolanle Oyesile
June 10, 2026
Beyond the Couple: Understanding the Role of Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses how family dynamics affect everyone in the household. Learn when and how it can help your family heal and reconnect.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
June 7, 2026
Self-Care for Couples: Nurturing Your Individual and Shared Well-Being
Self-care strengthens relationships as much as individual well-being. Learn how to nurture yourself and your partnership together.
Ulaine Jean-Baptiste
May 26, 2026
Understanding Trauma Therapy
Learn how trauma therapy helps individuals heal from PTSD, anxiety, emotional numbness, and complex trauma.
Chartel Hawkins
May 18, 2026
How to Build Resilience for Better Mental Health
Practical strategies to strengthen emotional resilience, cope with stress, and bounce back from setbacks with support.
RRCS Admin
July 31, 2025
Healing in Color: Why BIPOC Mental Health Matters
Culture, identity, and systemic context shape the therapy experience. Culturally responsive care honors the whole person.
RRCS Admin
July 27, 2025
Abundant Life, Now: What It Really Means to Thrive
Thriving is more than productivity or positivity - it is alignment with your values, relationships, and sense of purpose.
RRCS Admin
July 27, 2025
Overcoming Stigma and Championing Mental Health Awareness
Stigma silences people who deserve care. Speaking openly and normalizing help-seeking changes communities.
Guest User
February 14, 2024
Nurturing Healthy Relationships: A Guide to Flourishing Connections
Strong relationships are built through honest communication, repair after conflict, and boundaries that protect connection.
RRCS Admin
February 1, 2024
Understanding Men and Social Anxiety: Overcoming the Silent Struggle
Social anxiety can be overlooked in men when symptoms show up as irritability, avoidance, or physical tension instead of "worry."
RRCS Admin
January 11, 2024
Understanding the Relationship Between COVID-19 and Mental Health
The pandemic affected grief, isolation, burnout, and access to care. Understanding these impacts helps normalize your experience.
RRCS Admin
December 5, 2023
Breaking the Silence Men's Mental Health
Men deserve spaces where vulnerability is respected. Breaking silence reduces risk and opens the door to effective care.
RRCS Admin
November 13, 2023
Essential self-help tips to help you prioritize your mental well-being
It all begins with you - small daily practices that support mood, energy, and connection.
RRCS Admin
May 28, 2019
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