Freespira Blog

The latest from Freespira experts, including treatment insights and articles for our patients.

A loving father of African descent sits on the couch at home and reads a storybook to his preschool age daughter. The child is sitting on her father's lap and is smiling while looking at the book.
21 Sep

Feeling stuck? Try kindness instead of criticism.

A beautiful mixed race young adult woman embraces her vibrant retirement age mother. The mother and daughter are enjoying a relaxing walk in nature on a beautiful, sunny day. In the background is a mountainous evergreen forest bathed in sunlight.
07 Sep

Unlock the Power of Self-Compassion

Enjoying the hilltop views. Happy mature hiker looking away with a smile on his face while standing on top of a hill with a backpack. Adventurous backpacker enjoying a hike at sunset.
04 Sep

3 Steps to Using Self-Talk for Good

Beagle dog female owner caress stroking her pet lying on the back on natural stroking dog on the floor and enjoying the warm home atmosphere.
31 Aug

The PTSD symptom that’s hiding in plain sight: Avoidance

I could dance with you forever
24 Aug

How to feel close to people when PTSD symptoms get in the way

Gorgeous girl and her dog best friend chilling and spending their free time together.
17 Aug

What to do if PTSD is keeping you up at night

Cropped shot of a family of three spending quality time together
10 Aug

Would you recognize PTSD if you saw it?

Mature man meditating at home
07 Jul

The unique link between stress and your breathing

Senior man having fun using mobile phone at park
22 Jun

4 easy swaps for less stress—starting today

Home gardening at balcony
06 Jun

Overwhelmed? Get a handle on stress with these tips.

Distraught African American father using laptop and working at home while being distracted by his small children.
30 May

Do you know the difference between stress and anxiety?

Friends embracing
24 May

The secret to better mental health? Not keeping it a secret.

Young woman contemplating at home
17 May

The facts about women and PTSD