Is mental health coaching right for you?
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Is mental health coaching right for you?

Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the balls that you are juggling and not sure what to do next? Are you feeling stuck in figuring out how to make a dream a reality? Are you feeling like you don’t totally know what you are feeling and that it’s impacting your relationship with others? Are you not sure what type of help would be best for you and how to find it?

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The Essential Role of DEI in Wave’s Mental Health Coaching
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The Essential Role of DEI in Wave’s Mental Health Coaching

At Wave, we believe Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles create a strong foundation for our high quality care. As Wave Coach Megan Murk shares, holding an intersectional perspective helps coaches support their clients by “deeply understanding the uniqueness of people’s identities and how they layer to inform someone’s experience.” In other words, DEI-focused coaches believe that understanding and respecting a person’s identities is critical to coaching. Coaches don’t necessarily need to share the same identity as their clients (although there can be a special synergy that happens when they do) — but coaches do need to bring their own identity into the room and make space for their client to feel safe doing so. When everyone’s able to bring their full selves into the coaching relationship, there’s more possibility for safety, support, and growth.

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Navigating Career Transitions: How Coaching Can Help You Find Clarity
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Navigating Career Transitions: How Coaching Can Help You Find Clarity

During a tough job transition, your Wave coach is your sounding board, collaborator, accountability partner, and nonjudgmental supporter. They can help you create the structure and process you need to turn a very amorphous and stressful experience into an ordered list you can tackle. Schedule your first session with a Wave coach today to get the clarity you need to take the next step in your job search.

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Beating the Holiday Blues: Understanding and Overcoming Seasonal Sadness
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Beating the Holiday Blues: Understanding and Overcoming Seasonal Sadness

The hanging icicle lights, festive family gatherings, and pressure to create perfect moments can make the holiday season even more challenging than it already is. Being surrounded by cheerful seasonal films and advertisements don’t help, often creating added tensions between expectation and reality.

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Guess What? Wave Coaching Could be Covered by Your HSA or FSA!
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Guess What? Wave Coaching Could be Covered by Your HSA or FSA!

Did you know that your Wave mental health coaching sessions might be eligible for reimbursement through your Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)?

This means that the cost of your mental health coaching, a crucial part of maintaining emotional wellbeing, could potentially be paid for using pre-tax dollars from your HSA or FSA account. It’s a big deal.

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Connect on a Deeper Level with Mutual Empathy
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Connect on a Deeper Level with Mutual Empathy

💬 Communication breakdowns got you feeling frustrated? It's time to try something new! 💡

Introducing mutual empathy - the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. By practicing mutual empathy, we can build stronger, more fulfilling relationships and improve our overall sense of wellbeing. 🌟

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The Power of Repair in Relationships: How Humility and Effective Communication Can Transform Your Life
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The Power of Repair in Relationships: How Humility and Effective Communication Can Transform Your Life

At Wave, we believe that building strong, supportive relationships is at the heart of creating a positive, fulfilling life. Recognizing when you’ve made a mistake and knowing how to make amends is essential for maintaining healthy connections. That's why we've made the concept of repair integral to our coaching model. Our coaches strive for humility, actively listen, and use empathy to navigate life's challenges alongside you. By fostering non-hierarchical, equitable relationships, they help you feel heard and understood, ultimately building trust and paving the way for personal growth and meaningful change. Sign up for your first Wave coaching session today and experience the transformative power of repair and humility for yourself!

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Discover your “Window of Tolerance” with a Wave Coach
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Discover your “Window of Tolerance” with a Wave Coach

Ready to take control of your emotions and find balance in your life?

Our Wave Coaches are here to help you discover your own "Window of Tolerance" and gently guide you in expanding it over time.

Let's work together to improve your mental health and find peace in the midst of life's challenges. 🚀 Schedule your first FREE coaching session now!

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If you’ve been feeling down or depressed, coaching can help. 
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If you’ve been feeling down or depressed, coaching can help. 

If you’ve been feeling down or depressed, coaching can help. Depression can make it hard to set and stick to goals, create healthy routines, and challenge negative thoughts. With a dedicated coach, you’ll have support to stay motivated, build positive habits, and find new ways to cope. Your coach will help you navigate through tough times, offering personalized guidance and accountability. You don’t have to face depression alone. Schedule a free coaching session today to get started with affordable support.

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The Secret to Stronger Relationships: Understanding the Art of Compassionate Communication
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The Secret to Stronger Relationships: Understanding the Art of Compassionate Communication

Do you ever feel like you're not being heard or understood when you communicate with others? It's a frustrating feeling that can impact your mental health and wellbeing. But there's good news: compassionate communication can help you connect more deeply with others and improve your relationships. In this blog post, we'll explore what compassionate communication is, why it's so effective, and how you can start using it to improve your life. Learn how to listen deeply, express yourself honestly, and build stronger connections with those around you.

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Discover a Path to Healing: Trauma-Informed Emotional Wellbeing Coaching at Wave
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Discover a Path to Healing: Trauma-Informed Emotional Wellbeing Coaching at Wave

Coping with trauma can be overwhelming, deeply impacting your mental and emotional wellbeing. At Wave, we offer trauma-informed emotional wellbeing coaching designed to nurture resilience and growth. Our compassionate coaches follow six essential principles to support your recovery: safety, trust, teamwork, empowerment, and adaptability. Discover how Wave’s personalized, evidence-based coaching can be a powerful tool for healing. Sign up for a free session to start your journey towards healing and growth.

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How to manage depression: Tips from a therapist
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How to manage depression: Tips from a therapist

Feeling depressed? You're not alone. Depression can make everyday tasks feel overwhelming, but there are many ways to cope. Whether it's setting a schedule, tidying up your space, or connecting with a support network, finding what works for you is key. Wave is here to help you manage your depression with personalized tips and support. Try out these strategies and discover how Wave's coaches can support your mental health journey.

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The Connection Between Trauma and Chronic Illness: Exploring Solutions with Mental Health Coaching
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The Connection Between Trauma and Chronic Illness: Exploring Solutions with Mental Health Coaching

Are you struggling with chronic illness and wondering if there's a connection to past trauma? You're not alone. Research shows that unresolved traumas can significantly impact physical health, leading to chronic illnesses. This blog post explores the link between trauma and chronic illness and how mental health coaching, like Wave, can support your healing journey. By addressing past traumas, you can improve your overall wellbeing and reduce chronic illness symptoms. Discover how Wave's mental health coaching offers practical strategies and compassionate support to help you heal.

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A Fresh Perspective on Mental Health Coaching: How Informed Curiosity Empowers Personal Transformation and Mental Health Growth
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A Fresh Perspective on Mental Health Coaching: How Informed Curiosity Empowers Personal Transformation and Mental Health Growth

At Wave, we understand that life can sometimes feel overwhelming, with stress and anxiety affecting our mental wellbeing. That's why we've developed our unique coaching model based on "informed curiosity." This approach combines curiosity-driven questioning with a foundation of psychological knowledge. Our coaches help you explore your thoughts and feelings, fostering self-discovery and empowerment. Ready to see the difference? Your first coaching session is free!

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Mental Health Coaching vs. Traditional Therapy: Which One is Right for You?
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Mental Health Coaching vs. Traditional Therapy: Which One is Right for You?

Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just trying to find your footing in life? It's totally okay—we've all been there! One of the best ways to take control of your mental health is by seeking professional help. But with so many options out there, how do you know if mental health coaching or traditional therapy is the right choice for you?

In this blog post, we'll break down the key differences between mental health coaching (like our amazing Wave coaches) and traditional therapy to help you make an informed decision. Wave coaches work with you as partners, creating customized plans to improve your mental health. Unlike therapy's medical/diagnostic approach, our coaching is goal-oriented and proactive, focusing on personal growth and development.

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Feeling Overwhelmed at Work? Here's How to Manage the Fight, Flight, or Freeze Response
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Feeling Overwhelmed at Work? Here's How to Manage the Fight, Flight, or Freeze Response

Feeling overwhelmed at work? When stress triggers your body's fight, flight, or freeze response, it can be challenging to manage. This survival mechanism, while helpful in certain situations, can be activated by everyday stressors, impacting your mental health and well-being. Learn how to combat this response with practical strategies and support from Wave. Our coaches can help you build science-backed skills to lower anxiety, improve mood, and feel more connected.

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Close the Expectations Gap: How Gen Z Women Can Earn What They Deserve
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Close the Expectations Gap: How Gen Z Women Can Earn What They Deserve

Before many Gen Z women even enter the workforce, they’ve learned to lower their pay expectations. A recent Handshake report shows Gen Z women expect a $6,000 lower average salary compared to men. This “expectations gap,” alongside the persistent gender pay gap, means Gen Z women might be earning and expecting less than they deserve. While structural changes will take time, there are steps Gen Z women can take to advocate for fair pay, including asking for salary ranges, negotiating offers, and working with a coach for support.

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A peek into Dr. Sarah Adler’s panel on “A New Generation: Mental Health and the Future of Care” at SXSW 2023
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A peek into Dr. Sarah Adler’s panel on “A New Generation: Mental Health and the Future of Care” at SXSW 2023

Recently, Dr. Sarah Adler, CEO and founder of Wave Life, sat in on a SXSW panel called “A New Generation: Mental Health and the Future of Care.” Joining Dr. Adler on stage were panel moderator Eric Epstein, Principal at Santay Ventures, and panelists Dr. Greg Fonzo, co-director of the Center for Psychedelic Research & Therapy, and Dr. Grin Lord, CEO and founder of mPathic.

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