Picky eater or something else? How ARFID affects children
ARFID is Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, previously known as Selective Eating Disorder. In children, it oftentimes gets...
Alex de Leon
- 3 days ago
- 1 min
Binge Eating Disorder, Pt. II: Bigger grocery bill? Inflation may not be to blame
It's not hard for most people to justify why they don't have an eating disorder. “Eating in general is a very comforting thing,” said...
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Alex de Leon
- Sep 20
- 1 min
Binge Eating Disorder, Pt. I: Watch out if you're eating in secret, embarrassed from overeating
Binge eating is the most common eating disorder that we find in the United States and many cases are undiagnosed. “We’ve been more...
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Alex de Leon
- Sep 15
- 2 min
Quiet Quitting, Pt. II: "More akin to burnout" - Don't stay in an unhealthy situation
Even the best employees can experience burn-out in their careers. “I personally feel like quiet quitting is more akin to burnout,” said...
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Alex de Leon
- Sep 13
- 1 min
Quiet Quitting, Pt. I: TikTok Trend is Bad For Both the Employer & Employee
Quiet Quitting became a trend after a video went viral over the summer. “Quiet quitting is a newer thing that’s kind of become a TikTok...
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Alex de Leon
- Sep 8
- 2 min
The Safe & Sound Protocol, Pt. II: Benefits of Music Therapy
The Safe and Sound Protocol is a five hour music program that’s split up into multiple sessions. “That first session is really about...
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Alex de Leon
- Sep 6
- 1 min
The Safe & Sound Protocol, Pt. I: Utilizing Music With Therapy
Used in conjunction with talk therapy, the Safe & Sound Protocol is a another way to reduce anxiety and improve social interaction, simply b
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Alex de Leon
- Sep 1
- 1 min
Benefits of Having a Male Therapist
Many people may not feel comfortable with having a male therapist. Overcoming this narrative may actually be hugely beneficial in your...
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Alex de Leon
- Aug 20
- 1 min
In The News: Relevé Counseling Spoke With Eyewitness News About Back To School Anxiety
Therapist, Alex Gonzalez, spoke with Eyewitness News about the very common issue of back-to-school anxiety in children & things...
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Alex de Leon
- Aug 18
- 2 min
Postpartum Depression in Men, Pt. III: Alex’s Personal Experience
Alex Gonzalez’s daughter was born on Christmas, which is ironic for those who know him. “I grew up in a ‘Clark Griswold’ house where...
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Alex de Leon
- Aug 17
- 2 min
Postpartum Depression in Men, Pt. II: Don't Just 'Deal With It'
There are different ways to treat this very real problem. “There’s a lot of societal implications with dads. It’s the ‘suck it up...
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Alex de Leon
- Aug 16
- 2 min
Postpartum Depression in Men, Pt. I: Yes, Men Can Get It Too
It’s often believed Postpartum Depression is something only moms go through, but up to 10% of men will experience it too. Here’s how you...
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Alex de Leon
- Aug 11
- 1 min
Back To School Anxiety Pt. III: Prepping For School to Reduce Anxiety
We’ve talked about how anxiety impacts caregivers and students. Now, what can you do about it? It comes down to preparation. “With kids...
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Alex de Leon
- Aug 10
- 1 min
Back to School Anxiety Pt. II: Parents/Caregivers Can Get It Too
Adjusting to an early morning start and getting kids to school on time is just half the battle. “Back to school anxiety is just something...
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Alex de Leon
- Aug 9
- 1 min
Back to School Anxiety Pt. I: Recognizing the Signs
One in six children struggle with back to school anxiety, that's why it's important for parents and their children to prepare for the...
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Alex de Leon
- Aug 1
- 1 min
Switching Careers: From Culinary Chef to Therapist
Alex originally wanted to be a chef and enrolled in culinary school. But, when he realized it wasn’t for him, he knew therapy was the...
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Alex de Leon
- Jul 28
- 1 min
Making An Impact: Alex Helps a High School Student Following the 2008 NIU Shooting
One of Alex’s most crucial moments of his career as a therapist came while he was studying at Northern Illinois University. One of his...
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Alex de Leon
- Jul 26
- 1 min
Mental Health Therapy is a Judgment Free Zone
Being judged is one of the biggest reasons people choose not to get mental health therapy. “One of the most important things for me in a...
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Alex de Leon
- Jul 21
- 1 min
The Key to a Successful Life? It Starts at the Very Beginning
A good house needs a strong foundation. Without it, it will come crumbling down. The same can be said about people. In order for our...
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Alex de Leon
- Jul 20
- 1 min
One Simple Way To Improve Your Mental Health
It's the little things that can go a long way. One significant gesture will not be the difference for most things in life. Solutions to...
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