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Anxiety, Depression Aimee Caramico Anxiety, Depression Aimee Caramico

Corporate Burnout: What It Looks Like and How to Cope

You got the job that (you thought) you always wanted, and are slowly climbing up the ranks. But, over time, you start dreading going to work. The office politics are overwhelming, and you’re tired of competing for recognition. You’re exhausted and stressed, and the pressure from your supervisor is getting to you. You just don’t care anymore, and are having fantasies of quitting the job that you’ve worked so hard for. If you relate to this, read more to learn about corporate burnout and how to move forward.

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ACT Aimee Caramico ACT Aimee Caramico

Living with Health Conditions: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Chronic Illness

Do you live with a chronic illness? Chronic illnesses are long-term health conditions that may not have a cure. Disease-specific symptoms can be managed, but it may never fully go away. While they may not be a cure, there are ways to address the psychological distress that often comes along with them. Read more about how ACT can be helpful with the emotional effects of chronic illnesses.

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Aimee Caramico Aimee Caramico

5 Ways to Celebrate Body Positivity This Summer

The pressure to have the ‘perfect body’ is real. Especially in the summer, when the weather is warmer and people are showing more skin, it is easy to start comparing your body to others’. We invite you to try these techniques to encourage body acceptance and maybe even positivity.

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Anxiety Aimee Caramico Anxiety Aimee Caramico

Imposter Syndrome: A Product of Anxiety or Oppression?

Imposter syndrome is not always just a confidence problem. For many DC professionals, feeling like a fraud at work can come from anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, identity-based stress, or workplace cultures that make people feel they do not belong. Here is how to understand what you are experiencing and when therapy may help.

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