Mental Health Topics

Boundaries are a popular topic right now, especially on social media. But if you consider yourself a people pleaser, you might find it stressful—if not impossible—to set them. I’m here to convince you that setting healthy boundaries is worth the effort, both for your own well-being and your ability to…

Trying to figure out mental health care can be overwhelming. There are therapists, counselors, psychologists, psychiatrists, and psychiatric nurse practitioners—and they all seem to do similar things. Add in all the licensing abbreviations that vary by state, and it’s easy to feel lost before you even start looking for help….

You’ve probably wondered why you feel this way or why it’s so hard to shake. Maybe you’ve heard it’s about brain chemistry, or stress, or genetics. But depression doesn’t have a single cause, and that’s important to understand. Depression develops from a mix of factors: your biology, life circumstances, mental…

You’re standing at your kitchen counter, staring at the dishes. Your phone keeps buzzing with work messages. Your kid needs help with homework. And suddenly, you feel it—that heavy, panicky sensation like you’re drowning in responsibilities that should feel manageable. That’s overwhelm: when demand exceeds your capacity. And if you’re…

You’re driving to your parents’ house for the holidays, and that familiar knot tightens in your stomach. You’ve been a successful adult for years—you have your own life, your own family, your own rules. But somehow, the second you walk through their door, you’re 14 again, bracing for criticism. A…

Despite the rise of therapist influencers, online reviews, and AI chatbots, new Thriveworks research reveals that primary care doctors are the No. 1 referral source when Americans decide to seek therapy. Thriveworks surveyed over 2,000 U.S. adults who are currently in therapy, recently received care, or plan to start within…

Your heart races during a normal work meeting. A friend’s offhand comment replays in your mind for days. You feel exhausted but can’t sleep, or you’re going through the motions but can’t quite feel present. If these moments sound familiar, you might be experiencing what’s become one of the most…

Loss doesn’t announce itself gently. One moment, someone or something is woven into the fabric of your daily life. The next, they’re gone, and you’re left holding the weight of that absence. Whether you’re grappling with the death of a loved one, the end of a significant relationship, or another…

If your relationship feels strained—maybe conversations turn into arguments more often, or you’re struggling to connect like you used to—you might be wondering if couples therapy could help. Many people are asking the same question: Thriveworks data shows that interest in couples therapy grew 39 percent in 2024, outpacing all…

You cancel plans with friends—again—because your partner needs you. You stay up until 2 a.m. managing your adult sibling’s crisis, even though you have an important meeting in the morning. You feel responsible for keeping everyone around you happy, and when they’re not, you’re convinced it’s your fault. What feels…

We can predict flu season. We know when cold and allergy meds will fly off the shelves. So why not seasonal depression? For the fourth year, Thriveworks has analyzed Google search trends and weather data to pinpoint when seasonal depression hits hardest, giving people a chance to get ahead of…

Every year, nearly 30 million people in the U.S. experience a major depressive episode. It’s one of the most prevalent mental health conditions, but did you know there are different types? There are eight total, and though they might look similar, they each come with their own distinct causes and…