MONET DAVID, MS, LPC

Blindfold

2 min read

The Sound of...Common Sense (Sex Trafficking Facts)

Sex trafficking, particularly in the context of children being exploited sexually, has been at the forefront of conversations lately and with good reason--it's a serious problem that deserves a serious response. However, in the midst of having...

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Money

2 min read

Less Money…More Problems? The relationship between Capitalism and Therapy

Therapy has the power to transform lives. It can help individuals overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, and various mental health issues. However, in...

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child shadow

5 min read

Okay, Groomer

If I had a nickel for every time the word “grooming” or “groomer” was mentioned lately in the news, I could retire tomorrow. But, alas, ignorance...

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3 min read

Confessions of a Therapist

I’ve got a confession to make. I am so sick of people finding out what I do for a living and then saying the absolute most out of pocket stuff to me...

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Sex...Education

3 min read

Let's Talk About Sex...Education

When the subject of sex comes up in session it is often in hushed whispers with eyes diverted to the ground. People (adults usually) are admitting...

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3 min read

Treatment Interfering Behaviors

One of the beautiful things about therapy is the possibility it possesses. I have had the pleasure of witnessing growth right before my eyes as folks...

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Pause

2 min read

The Art of the Pause

The frequency with which anxiety exists in our bodies can only be described as frenetic and unrelenting. A hive of bees when it is at its worst. An...

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scaly friends

2 min read

Connection Seeking in Acadiana

Day after day I hear from clients an innate desire to connect with other people. To make new friends. To have novel experiences. My young adult...

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4 min read

When Boundaries Get Sexy; Internal Boundaries

I’m back again with my boundary stuff. If you have followed me on this journey of understanding the significance of setting boundaries both...

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I'm Not Your Buddy, Pal. Man sitting at desk alone.

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I'm Not Your Buddy, Pal; Boundaries in the Workplace

In this late stage capitalist hellscape, you will often hear, “We’re family here!” Which should serve as a giant red flag. Why, you ask? Because work...

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