By Jade Caswell, MA, NCC, LMHC In today's day and age, social media is a powerful tool to connect and inform; however, excessive usage has been linked to poor mental health outcomes. Let's face it-- social media apps can be hard to put down, and even more difficult for the developing brain in children and adolescents. On average, most Americans spend 2 to 3 hours scrolling on some form of social media. While research is still ongoing, most studies point to worsening mental he

How mental health insurance claims work — and what you need to know before your first session Using insurance for therapy can feel confusing and, at times, frustrating. Our goal is to make the process as transparent and smooth as possible so you can focus on your care — not billing surprises. One of the most important things to understand is that insurance coverage is determined by your insurance company, not by your therapist or our practice . While we are happy to submit cl