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Student & Athlete: A Guide for Balancing Both
Being a former student athlete in high school, I can relate a lot to my clients who are trying to navigate both school and sports to the...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Feb 12
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Executive & Family Man: A Guide for Men Balancing Both
As a therapist, I often see men who work in high level and high stress leadership positions in their career. Executive and leadership...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Jan 27
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The Days After a Tragedy: Therapist Q&A
The impact of a tragedy does not end after the sirens stop; the days to follow can be very difficult. The trauma of a school shooting...
Jennifer Wilmoth
Sep 6, 2024
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Mastering the Dating Game: Tips and Tricks for Successful Dating
Dating can often feel like a game, and one that is rigged against you. In a world where we are more connected than ever through the...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Jun 6, 2024
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Invisible Wounds: The Hidden Impacts of Trauma
Trauma can affect us in various and harmful ways. It has the ability to cause severe harm and impact people in ways they may not even...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Apr 11, 2024
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Building Healthy Boundaries for a Stronger Connection
Relationships are one of the most important aspects of our lives. We are connected to those around us, whether it be family, friends, or...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Feb 29, 2024
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Men And The Art Of Year-End Reflection: A Blueprint For Success
The end of 2023 is near, but 2024 is just within our reach. As you begin thinking about your desires, plans, and goals for next year, it...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Dec 7, 2023
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How Relationships Fuel Success in the Workplace
The journey to become a high-level executive is often marked by ambition, hard work, and strategic thinking. While professional...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Oct 24, 2023
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Understand The Unthinkable: Exploring Suicidal Thoughts and Finding Hope
Suicide is a prevalent problem in our society. According to the CDC, it is the 11th leading cause of death in the US leading to 48,143...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Sep 14, 2023
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Back to School: Helpful Ways to Support Your Teen
It’s that time of year again. Summer is winding down. “Back to School” signs and commercials are being advertised. Schedules, routines,...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Aug 2, 2023
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Navigating Mental Health as a Man
The need for mental health services is continuing to rise year after year. Conversations about mental health in our country have been...
Jennifer Wilmoth
Jul 2, 2023
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Dads: You Are Important to Your Kids
Being a father is one of the most important roles a man will have in his lifetime. Good fathers are crucial to a healthy and well...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Jun 6, 2023
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The Health Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteering is something we have probably all been a part of in some way at some point in our lives. One of the best years of my life...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Apr 28, 2023
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It’s Complicated: Navigating Dating in 2023
No matter your age, dating feels much more complicated now than it did just a few years ago. We all desire healthy and loving...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Apr 25, 2023
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Teen Parent Tips: Navigating the Independence Battle
If you have a teenager, more than likely at some point, they will come to you asking for more freedom to do things with just their...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Mar 29, 2023
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What I Wish I Knew Before Graduation
A lot of changes happen as you leave and enter into different seasons of your life. Some of the most impactful changes of your life occur...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Mar 8, 2023
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Can love really last a lifetime?: Understand and reignite your relationship (Part 2)
In my last blog post of our relationship series (Part 1), I mentioned the different stages of a relationship. The last stage of a...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Feb 13, 2023
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Can love really last a lifetime?: A two part series to understand and reignite your relationship
Having relationships with others is essential to experiencing an abundant life. For many of us, marriage is the most important...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Feb 11, 2023
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What are the Strongest Predictors of Your Success in 2023?
Success is what we all want for our lives, whether it be success in our relationships or success in our careers. The challenge comes as...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Jan 23, 2023
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Simple Tips to Reduce Holiday Burnout
Burnout. We hear that word a lot these days. It sounds like a buzzword your company’s HR department sends out in emails to help...
Dr. Austin Shugart
Dec 14, 2022
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