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Serenica Journal

Mental health, explained without the jargon

Practical writing on anxiety, therapy and relationships from the clinicians at Meeting Matters Clinic — written for the questions people actually arrive with, and for the cultural context they live in.

3 articles  ·  Reviewed by clinical psychologists  ·  Free to read

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Anxiety & Stress

“Anxiety is not a character flaw — it is a nervous system that has learned to be overprotective.”

Understanding Anxiety: Signs, Symptoms & Coping Strategies

What anxiety actually is, how it shows up in the body and the mind, the main disorders it appears in, and the evidence-based strategies that help most.

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“Most people wait years before their first session. Almost none of them wish they had waited longer.”

The Power of Therapy: How Counseling Can Transform Your Life

What therapy involves, how it helps, and what to look for when choosing a mental health professional you can work with.

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“Listening to understand, rather than to reply, changes more conversations than any technique.”

Building Healthy Relationships: Communication & Emotional Intelligence

The psychology behind healthy communication, and practical skills for handling conflict, distance and emotional disconnection.

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