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Surviving Pregnancy in a Pandemic
Pregnancy can be a stressful time, and now with COVID and a new vaccine, more serious decisions need to be made when starting a family.

Maria
Jan 21, 20216 min read


Alarming Suicide Trends in American Indian/Alaska Natives Communities
Over the last decade, youth suicide rates have increased across the U.S. There are many reasons that factor into this alarming trend.

Maria
Jan 19, 20211 min read


"My Family Doesn't Believe in Mental Health"
Sometimes for mental health, stigma comes along with culture.

Maria
Jan 13, 20214 min read


A Debriefing: Processing the January 6th 2021 Riot
How do you tell your child that their safety is assured when people who blatantly lie and break the law walk away without repercussion?

Maria
Jan 8, 20216 min read


Need a last minute gift? Helpful gifts by diagnosis!
Here's a list of gift ideas for those looking to support someone who struggles with their mental health.

Maria
Dec 9, 20204 min read


Reflecting on the importance of words on World Kindness Day
I recently came across this video on youtube, and thought that it was incredibly powerful. Throughout the years I've worked with people,...

Maria
Nov 13, 20204 min read


Community Spotlight: Yara from Aray Tarot on spirituality and mental health
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Tell me about Aray Tarot. I am Yara Celaya and proud owner of Aray Tarot. Aray Tarot is a safe space for...
Yara
Oct 30, 20208 min read


An Open Letter to my Former Patients: I'm So Sorry
To my former patients, I may have seen you at one time in the last several years. I've moved around a few times and I've worked in a few...

Maria
Oct 29, 20205 min read


"Where Is It? I Just Had it!": The Unseen Struggles of Inattentive ADHD.
There has been a lot of attention in recent years to Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. As a provider, I see teachers and...

Maria
Oct 25, 20206 min read


Craving A Better Night Of Sleep? A Crash Course On Sleep Hygiene.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I hear a lot about people who can't sleep. Medications can certainly help, but.....

Maria
Oct 22, 20205 min read


5 Things To Always Ask Your Psychiatric Prescriber
Psychiatric appointments can be intimidating, and things may feel rushed at times. Brain drain can happen after someone asks you questions.

Maria
Oct 19, 20205 min read


Healing from Trauma: Finding Growth in Hardship
Trauma can look like many different things, and every person perceives events differently. Trauma can come in the form of physical abuse,...

Maria
Oct 18, 20206 min read


Moving Away From The 'Pill Mill': Why I Started My Private Practice
When I originally started college for my public health degree, I had to make a lot of sacrifices. I always knew education was important,...

Maria
Oct 17, 20205 min read



Maria
Oct 17, 20200 min read


Why I'm no longer afraid to speak about my political views as a healthcare provider
In 2020, healthcare has shifted and moved us into a position in which silence is dangerous.

Maria
Oct 4, 20203 min read
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