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August 18, 2025 |
Behavioral Health, Public Policy

Marijuana is a Harmful Drug

Miranda Divine has a wonderful column today urging Trump to not change the schedule of Marijuana. As a professional in behavioral health for the past 30 years, I can assure you that marijuana and TCH are not harmless. This is worth a read.

How Much Does Therapy Really Cost in Georgia?

How Much Does Therapy Really Cost in Georgia?

Jan 5, 2026

At A Glance Therapy in Georgia typically costs $100–$150 per session for private-pay clients. But many options, like sliding scales, insurance, and nonprofit clinics, can reduce that cost significantly, with some sessions available as low as $30. Whether you're paying...

Traditions Serve Us – Not the Other Way Around

Traditions Serve Us – Not the Other Way Around

Dec 7, 2025

Traditions Serve Us – Not the Other Way Around I first posted this in 2022 but it is evergreen and I return to it here.  For most of us, the Holidays are about family traditions. These traditions often serve as rituals, marking space, connecting us, and acting as the...

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