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It’s been nearly two years since one of my dearest friends, Natalie, was diagnosed with breast cancer. Back then, the news hit hard among my close-knit group of girlfriends who date…

What is Gambling? Gambling is often considered to be an exciting recreational activity that draws us in with the chance to win big. It comes in many different forms including casino slots and table games, playing the lottery, fantasy leagues and sports betting, online games such as poker, or even playing cards with your friends. … Read more

Hello, My name is Anthony and I’m an HSP About four years ago, I worked for an employee assistance program as a clinical supervisor of an intake center. I loved…

When I would date, there was a consistent cycle that I grew accustomed to. We would hang out a few times, maybe see each other for a few months, until…

Not only is the stigma around therapy still very much alive, we also impose strict guidelines on ourselves about when we are allowed to ask for help. Our self-imposed rules…

The first time I ever heard the term polyamory was in grad school while researching different relationship styles for a paper. Polyamory (polyam)  is the practice of, or desire for, intimate relationships with more than one partner, with the informed consent of all partners involved. It has been described as “consensual, ethical, and responsible non-monogamy”. … Read more

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THY SELF-RELATIONSHIP MUST COME FIRST Self-Love & Respect Creating a healthy relationship with yourself is a proactive lifelong journey. At Next Step, we believe you should feel good about yourself and we have the compassion and expertise to get you there! Self-worth is pivotal to your happiness as it impacts how you treat yourself, how you … Read more

Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgment that something else is more important than fear