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The Hidden Benefits of Therapy Intensives You Might Not Know About
Michelle Spurgeon Michelle Spurgeon

The Hidden Benefits of Therapy Intensives You Might Not Know About

Discover the hidden benefits of therapy intensives beyond crisis care. Learn how intensives offer time efficiency, deeper breakthroughs, emotional reset, and flexible trauma treatment. Explore intensive therapy advantages for faster results and more meaningful healing. Schedule a consultation to learn more.

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How to Recognize Burnout and Recover From It
Michelle Spurgeon Michelle Spurgeon

How to Recognize Burnout and Recover From It

When you’re juggling multiple roles, burnout can be easy to dismiss exhaustion as “normal” or to tell yourself you just need to push through. But burnout isn’t just about being tired—it’s a sign that your mind and body have been running on empty for too long. Recognizing it early and taking steps toward recovery can help you feel more grounded, capable, and at peace again.

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What to Expect in a Therapy Intensive Session with Me
Michelle Spurgeon Michelle Spurgeon

What to Expect in a Therapy Intensive Session with Me

If you’ve been considering a therapy intensive, you might be wondering what it will be like to step into such a deep-dive experience. Trying something new, especially in the realm of healing, can stir up uncertainty. My goal in this post is to walk you through what to expect in a therapy intensive session, so you can feel prepared, grounded, and supported every step of the way.

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Feeling Stuck? How Therapy Intensives Create Breakthroughs
Michelle Spurgeon Michelle Spurgeon

Feeling Stuck? How Therapy Intensives Create Breakthroughs

Feeling stuck—whether in personal growth, relationships, or even in therapy—can be frustrating and isolating. You may be doing “all the right things” but still find yourself repeating the same patterns, struggling with anxiety, or unable to move forward in the ways you hoped. For high-achieving professionals especially, this can feel discouraging, as success in other areas of life doesn’t always translate into emotional ease or healthier connections.

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Coping with Separation or Divorce
Michelle Spurgeon Michelle Spurgeon

Coping with Separation or Divorce

Separation and divorce are among life’s most challenging transitions. It’s common to feel a swirl of emotions—grief, anger, anxiety, relief, uncertainty—sometimes all in the same day. This is not just the ending of a relationship; it’s a shift that can touch every corner of your emotional well-being, identity, and relationships. If you’re moving through this, please know: you’re not broken, and you’re not alone.

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Coping With the Empty Nest: Advice for Parents
Michelle Spurgeon Michelle Spurgeon

Coping With the Empty Nest: Advice for Parents

When a child leaves home—whether for college, work, or their own new adventures—it’s normal to feel a swirl of emotions. Pride and excitement often mix with grief, uncertainty, and even loneliness. This transition doesn’t just shift your daily routine; it can touch every corner of your emotional well-being, your sense of identity, and your relationships.

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