Perfectionism: What is it Exactly?
We all define “perfection” in our own terms. Where one person may describe the perfect professional achievement, another may describe the...
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Jan 3
- 4 min
Autism in Women: Masking and Misdiagnosis
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects how a person communicates and interacts with others and the world around them. It should be noted...
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Dec 23, 2022
- 2 min
How to Establish Healthy Boundaries
“Boundaries” is a buzz word that is oft thrown around, but what does it really mean? What is a boundary, and how does one effectively set...
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Dec 9, 2022
- 2 min
Practicing Mindfulness During the Holiday Season
The topic of mental health during the holidays seems almost like an oxymoron; family is visiting from out of town, routines are...
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Sep 30, 2022
- 2 min
Coping with the "Winter Blues"
As we transition from summer into fall, you may begin to notice you feel a little down. It is normal to feel the "winter blues" as the...
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Sep 25, 2022
- 2 min
Coping with Our “Normal” in 2022
It is hard to conceive that COVID-19 came into our lives almost 3 years ago. The pandemic impacted the world in an unprecedented way....
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Sep 13, 2022
- 2 min
How Attachment Styles Can Affect Relationships
Have you ever been called clingy in a relationship or found yourself afraid to make a commitment in a relationship? Attachment style may...
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Aug 22, 2022
- 2 min
Can Stress Ever Be Good? Sometimes!
Did you know that there are different types of stress? We typically assume that stress has a negative connotation; it is detrimental to...
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Aug 22, 2022
- 3 min
“Baby Blues” vs. Postpartum Depression: Warning Signs and Protective Factors
The “baby blues” is a common phrase used to describe feelings of low mood, irritability, and fatigue in mothers after giving birth....
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Aug 8, 2022
- 2 min
Setting Goals For Yourself To Foster Success
Often, when we are trying to accomplish goals, our motivation is stalled, and our goals are left unmet. This repeated pattern can be...
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Jul 31, 2022
- 2 min
There's No Single Way to Grieve
As I work with many clients experiencing grief, I have come to learn that grief can take on many forms such as relationship break-ups,...
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Jul 25, 2022
- 2 min
How Society Creates a Perfect Storm of Sleep Disturbances for Teens
“Most teens don't sleep enough; here's how you can help.” There is clear evidence that it is normal behavior for adolescents to stay up...
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William La Valle, Psy.D.
- Jul 18, 2022
- 6 min
Mindfulness: It May Be Easier Than You Think
“I feel so…blahh.” “I cannot even put into words how I am feeling right now.” “ I am green with envy.” If you have ever used these...
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