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Arati Patel, LMFT

The Difference Between a Worry and an Obsession

Understanding the Difference Between Worries and Obsessions In our fast-paced world, it’s common to experience moments of worry and stress. However, it’s important to distinguish between everyday worries and obsessions, as they impact our mental

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Arati Patel, LMFT

Indian and South Asian Therapy

South Asian Therapy: Reclaiming Your Story in a World That Doesn’t Always Understand It Being South Asian or Indian in the U.S. can feel like walking between worlds. You may have grown up navigating cultural

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Arati Patel, LMFT

What is Perfectionism?

A Closer Look at the Need to Get It “Just Right” Perfectionism often hides in plain sight. On the surface, it can look like success, diligence, and high standards. However, underneath it all, there’s often

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Arati Patel, LMFT

People Pleasing – Are you a People Pleaser?

Finding Your Voice Without Losing Connection People-pleasing can be exhausting. On the outside, you might seem like the reliable one—the caretaker, the peacemaker, the one who “has it all together.” But inside, you might feel

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Arati Patel, LMFT

Healthy Boundaries vs. Unhealthy Boundaries

Understanding Healthy and Unhealthy Boundaries Boundaries are not just about saying “no” or creating distance—they are the foundation of self-care, respect, and healthy relationships. By recognizing the difference between healthy and unhealthy boundaries, you can

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High Functioning Anxiety
Arati Patel, LMFT

What is High-Functioning Anxiety?

High-Functioning Anxiety High-functioning anxiety describes a hidden struggle—where someone appears successful and composed on the outside, yet feels overwhelmed, restless, and on edge internally. You might be the go-to person at work, the dependable friend,

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6 Common Types of Anxiety Disorders
Arati Patel, LMFT

6 Most Common Types of Anxiety Disorders

6 Most Common Types of Anxiety Disorders Anxiety is a normal emotion; everyone experiences it to some degree. However, if you find yourself constantly panicking, stressed, overwhelmed, or flooded with dread, anxiety may now have

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Depth Psychology
Arati Patel, LMFT

On Suffering

Yoga + Depth Psychology – On Suffering Dukkha in Buddhism is roughly translated to suffering. The opposite of sukha (sweetness, joy, ease, happiness, pleasure) is dukkha. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, are an ancient text

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Arati Patel, LMFT

On the Tension of the Opposites

Yoga + Depth Psychology – On the Tension of the Opposites “The way to healing . . . lies in finding a connection between body and soul. Soul needs body as much as body needs

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