The Monarch Blog

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Coping with a Move: Mental Health Strategies That Help

Feeling ungrounded after a big move? You’re not alone. Whether you’ve relocated across town or across the country, moving can take a toll on your mental health. This supportive guide offers 10 therapist-approved tips to ease stress, stay emotionally grounded, and find your footing again, one small step at a time.

Read now for simple ways to care for your nervous system during life transitions.

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Understanding Healthy Boundaries: Where You End and Others Begin

Struggling to set boundaries without guilt or resentment? Learn the difference between healthy, rigid, and loose boundaries. Monarch Wellness can help you find the balance that protects your relationships and supports your well-being. Read the blog to explore what healthy boundaries really look like and how therapy can help.

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Dana Harron Dana Harron

5 Important Reasons to Consider Premarital Counseling

Thinking about premarital counseling? Whether you're preparing for marriage, navigating family stress, or just want to strengthen your connection, this blog shares 5 key reasons why premarital therapy can make a lasting impact. From improving communication to preventing future conflict, a little support now can go a long way. Read more to build a strong foundation for your future together.

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Eating Disorders | Nutrition Support Mary Blair Holden Eating Disorders | Nutrition Support Mary Blair Holden

Body Image Tips for Navigating Summer with Confidence

Struggling with body image during the summer heat? You're not alone. This blog shares compassionate, practical tips to help you stay comfortable, confident, and connected- no matter what you're wearing or where you're headed. From managing self-objectification to embracing moments that matter, we’re here to support you. Read now for real-talk body image tips to help you live fully this summer.

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Why You Sometimes “Feel Fat”: A Look at Proprioception and Body Awareness

Ever wonder why you suddenly “feel fat” even when nothing has physically changed? This blog breaks down the science behind body awareness and proprioception, a lesser-known sense that can get thrown off by stress, trauma, or eating disorder recovery. Learn how to respond with self-compassion and grounding tools that really help. Read more for supportive insight and practical tips you can use today.

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Trauma | Abuse | Recovery | Support Carissa Hannum Trauma | Abuse | Recovery | Support Carissa Hannum

EMDR Therapy Part 2: What to Expect Before Reprocessing Trauma

This is Part 2 of our EMDR therapy series explores the essential trauma work that lays the foundation for healing, including mindfulness, emotional regulation, and parts work. Part 2 also focuses on what happens before reprocessing begins specifically, the preparation and stabilization phases. If you missed Part 1: Understanding the Process for Trauma, Anxiety & Eating Disorders.

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A Guide to Alcoholics Anonymous and Other 12-Step Programs

Curious about how 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous actually work? This supportive guide breaks down what to expect in a meeting, the meaning behind the 12 steps (including secular options), and how these programs can support addiction recovery alongside therapy. Whether you're exploring AA, NA, or other support groups, this blog offers a simple, approachable starting point. Read the full guide and take the next step in recovery.

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Therapy Approaches | Modalities Katie Zweig Therapy Approaches | Modalities Katie Zweig

Parts Work in Therapy: Understanding Your Inner Emotional System

Ever feel torn between conflicting emotions? That’s where “parts work” in therapy can help. Learn how Internal Family Systems (IFS) and other approaches support healing by exploring the different parts of you with compassion, not judgment. Curious about parts work? Reach out today to see if it’s the right fit for your journey.

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