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The Magic of Play Therapy for Children & Teens

Thrive Alliance Group

The therapist will track the student’s verbal and non-verbal behavior, respond intentionally, and set limits as needed. The most important part of play therapy is the non-judgemental, empathetic, and positive relationship between the student and therapist. As play therapists, we also integrate the creative arts.

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Overcoming Barriers to Mental Health Care in College Sports

Timely MD

Lack of virtual resources: Although virtual therapy has become more widely available in recent years, access to these resources can be limited for college athletes who may not have access to technology or may not be familiar with how to use these types of resources.

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Sleep: Harness its Power and Enhance Your Mental Well-Being

Black Students Mental Health Blog

Set Up a Sleep Schedule That Works for You If you work from home or remotely, chances are you don’t have designated hours where you clock out at the end of the day, which makes having defined sleeping habits even more important. Overall, choose pajamas that you look forward to putting on each night.

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10 Best Practices for Supporting College Students’ Mental Health

Timely MD

Despite their best efforts and continual improvement, recruiting and retaining a diverse team of therapists that represents students’ identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences has long been a challenge for college counseling centers. Students scheduling services can choose to meet with a specific provider or select the first available.

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How to have a happy and healthy summer

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

Curl up with an enthralling book on the beach, follow accessible trails, or visit a historical site. Schedule regular times throughout the week to unplug and give your brain and eyes some recovery time. According to cognitive behavior therapist Alice Boyes, Ph.D., This summer, interact with nature as often as you can.

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Strategies for Inclusive Care that Drive Student Success

Timely MD

Now imagine those very characteristics that make us who we are inadvertently becoming obstacles to accessing health care. Western Colorado University student, Precious Allen, shares about the impact of having access to TimelyCare’s diverse network of care providers.

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Addressing the Mental Health and Wellness Needs of Online College Students

Timely MD

National University , a pioneer in online education, is at the forefront of providing accessible and flexible learning opportunities for a diverse student body. Limited time for traditional support As online students, flexibility to access on-campus resources during normal hours may be limited or cease to exist altogether.