Veronica Ingrao, LCSW, LADC, CCS

Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy: A Compassionate Path Toward Mental Clarity

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Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) has become a trusted, evidence-supported approach for people seeking relief from persistent stress, depression, and anxiety. Blending the grounding presence of mindfulness with the practical structure of cognitive therapy, MBCT offers a way to understand thoughts without becoming overwhelmed by them—a skill that can change the trajectory of a person’s […]

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4 Techniques to Support Men with Communication in Therapy – Copy

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Men often carry invisible burdens—unspoken pressures to be strong, self-reliant, and unaffected. These expectations, deeply embedded in culture and identity, can make therapy feel foreign or even off-limits. But modern therapy for men is shifting. It’s no longer just about “talking it out”; it’s about integrating emotional, physical, and relational healing into the therapeutic process. For many men, this shift creates space for deeper growth, especially in navigating anxiety and internal distress.

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5 Transformative Benefits of Somatic Therapy for Anxiety

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Anxiety affects huge amounts people, in all of the states I’m licensed in (Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Florida) and across the world! For many, talk therapy alone isn’t enough. The anxiety feels in the body—a racing heart, tight chest, or restless energy that won’t fade. That’s where somatic therapy comes in. This body-based approach helps

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Couples Counseling: 4 Reasons It’s Hard for Men

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Why Men Commonly Struggle to Engage in Couples Counseling Couples counseling can be one of the most transformative experiences for a relationship—but for many men, it’s also one of the most intimidating. Despite growing openness to mental health support, men still engage in couples counseling at far lower rates than women, often arriving reluctantly or

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Top 5 Reasons New Englanders Need Therapy (Satire Edition)

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Introduction: Therapy in the Land of Grit and Dunkin’ If New England had a mascot, it would be someone shoveling snow with one hand, holding a Dunkin’ iced coffee in the other, and muttering about the Red Sox under their breath. From the cobblestone streets of Massachusetts to the pine forests of Maine, life here

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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT): A Mindful Path Through Anxiety and Depression

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Men often carry invisible burdens—unspoken pressures to be strong, self-reliant, and unaffected. These expectations, deeply embedded in culture and identity, can make therapy feel foreign or even off-limits. But modern therapy for men is shifting. It’s no longer just about “talking it out”; it’s about integrating emotional, physical, and relational healing into the therapeutic process. For many men, this shift creates space for deeper growth, especially in navigating anxiety and internal distress.

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Therapy for Men: Emotional Healing, Anxiety Support, and Redefining Strength

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Why More Men Finally Are Turning to Therapy  Therapy for men is finally gaining attention as an essential tool for emotional wellness and stress relief. Yet many men are still taught to suppress pain, avoid vulnerability, and “handle things alone.”  These outdated messages can cause lasting harm, leading to emotional isolation, anxiety, and strained relationships. 

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Unlocking Deeper Love: Can Couples Therapy Really Save My Marriage?

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Relationships, at their core, are intricate tapestries woven from shared experiences, individual histories, and the delicate dance of two distinct human beings. When the threads fray, when patterns become tangled, or when the colors seem to fade, it’s not a sign of failure but often a natural point of evolution. This is where couples therapy

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The Importance of Intergenerational Trauma & Epigenetics

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Intergenerational trauma has existed forever and ever, yet gained a lot of (very necessary) momentum with the publishing of books like It Didn’t Start With You by Mark Wolyn in 2017. Soon thereafter, intergenerational trauma became a trending therapy topic on Instagram. While other books on intergenerational trauma exist and therapists had a foundation in

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