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The 4 A’s of Stress Management
Stress is common. It’s a natural human response that prompts us to address challenges in our lives. Everyone experiences stress …
Stress: Signs, Symptoms, and Strategies
Let’s be honest… life is full of stress! Juggling work, school, kids and family, household chores, all while trying to prioritize our …
Burnout: How to Spot it and What to Do About It
Do you ever dread going into work in the morning? Do you feel like you’re dragging through the day with little to no energy (both …
The Stress Cycle
I always feel stressed! If you often feel stressed, you may have a good reason for this. Stressors can be found all around us. Sometimes they even pile …
5 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health on Your Own
We all experience thoughts, emotions, and feelings everyday but for some these are more distressing and impact our functioning more …
Mental Health and the Holidays
The holidays are here and although we hope your days are merry and bright, it’s perfectly normal if they are not. There are many reasons …
Why Did It Take So Long to Get a Diagnosis: Autism and Misdiagnosis
Rates of Autism have consistently been rising since 2000. Current data estimates 1 in 44 children have …
Shattering Stereotypes: Understanding Autism
Who comes to mind when you think of Autism? Dustin Hoffman from Rain Man? Sheldon Cooper from Big Bang Theory? Dr. Shaun …
I’m a Therapist and I Live with Anxiety
For as long as I can remember, I’ve suffered from anxiety. I didn’t know that’s what it was until I was in my early 20’s. My anxiety has looked …
National Depression Screening Day
Did you know that it typically takes ten years from the first time someone has mental health concerns until they get a correct …
How Do I Know if I Have a Mental Illness?
Mental illness – health conditions that affect your mood, thinking or behavior – affects 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. each year. Chances are …
Building New Habits
Building new habits is challenging. I can’t tell you how many times I tried to implement a new habit (i.e. eat healthy, regular workouts, limiting social media) only to …
Understanding PTSD
Although PTSD is a mental health condition that most people have probably heard of, it’s actually fairly misunderstood. PTSD is diagnosed when an individual develops …
Questions to Ask a Therapist
Now that you’ve used our tips to find a few therapists in St. Louis, you might be wondering what to do next. After narrowing it down and reaching out to a few, you may…
Coping with Stress
Understanding our body’s response to stress is critical in knowing how to use coping strategies to manage our stress. Learn about common warning signs and practical …
Dr. Ritchie’s Favorite Books
I’m often asked by my clients if there is anything else they can do outside of therapy to aid in their journey towards healing. My answer is to do anything that helps you …
How to Find a Therapist
Finding a therapist who you will connect with and will help you in the way that you need can be a daunting and overwhelming process. Here are my top tips for …