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What Is A Marriage and Family Therapist and How Can They Help Me Feel Better?

1/27/2025

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Professionals in the mental health field may have different areas of focus.  Psychiatrists often times focus on medication management and at risk concerns.  Case managers will often serve at the hub of connection between different therapeutic team members.  School based counselors will often be available at school to help reduce symptoms in a school based setting. Social Workers can provide resources and often provide therapeutic services as well. While there are many different titles that therapeutic professionals may possess, in this post we are going to focus on Marriage and Family Therapists (MFT)

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Building a Support System and Strengthening Relationships During Sobriety

9/13/2024

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The path to sobriety is demanding, requiring personal commitment and external support. Individuals may face emotional hurdles, stress, and the temptation to return to old habits. Therefore, surrounding yourself with people who genuinely care about your well-being can make a significant difference in maintaining sobriety. Support networks provide encouragement, accountability, and practical help for sustained recovery. Strengthening relationships during sobriety, rebuilding trust, and fostering deeper connections with loved ones can enhance your sense of belonging and reinforce your commitment to staying sober. This blog focuses on the importance of building a reliable support system and nurturing relationships that will help you stay sober while enriching your life in the long term.

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​Breastfeeding Grief: A letter For The Postpartum Mother

8/2/2024

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The postpartum journey is filled with new experiences.  Even with multiples, every newborn experience can be hectic and unique.  From getting to know our body again, healing, and trying to connect with your most precious little baby. Mix all of these changes in with hormones, body pains, and fresh emotions, the feeding experience may be a high form of stress for you. 

​Trying to exclusively breastfeed, there could be high pressure to be constantly needed but touched out and tired. Anxiety, fear, loneliness, and sadness may be especially high if the expectation and reality of feeding your new baby is not what you expected.

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Big Feelings Overload: The Art of Co-regulation and De-escalation

7/24/2024

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During our lifelong goal of growth and learning, we spend a lot of time trying to understand ourselves and people around us. Emotional intelligence is crucial in development, social norms, and our relationships. And yet, it can be hard for many to understand their tendencies, their habits, and their calming strategies. So just what is emotional regulation and how do we help our youth with it when we as adults are still learning?

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10 Tips To Maintain Social Comfort While Social Distancing

8/5/2020

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I bet you’re having a tough time with this socially distanced communication. You’re not alone. I’m hearing that many of you feel lonely. This is completely understandable. We’ve had to socially distance ourselves for months.  With the distance apart, we are missing touch and connection which is a huge component of a positive lasting relationship.

While we wait for a sense of normalcy, I’d like to help. Here are some ways to feel connected to others and follow the guidelines for social distancing.

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How To Reduce The Winter Woes

12/4/2019

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With the holidays right around the corner and the schedule filling up, I’m reminded how busy this time of year can be. Don’t get me wrong, the holidays can be a fun-filled season with holiday cheer and delicious food. However, for many, this season can also mean higher than average levels of anxiety because of the additional costs, events, and more socializing. While every individual has a slightly different strategy of reducing their winter woes, I wanted to provide some tips on what you can do to keep the holidays merry and bright.

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    Megan Bowling, M.A., LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has been in the mental health field for more than ten years and is passionate to share mental health wellness strategies.

    Megan Bowling LMFT is located in Orange CA 92868.  She specializes in individual and couples therapy.
Megan Bowling, M.A., LMFT 
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist | CA #100409
P: 714.519.6041  |  e:[email protected]
22600 Savi Ranch Pky Ste A28 Yorba Linda, CA, 92887
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