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Why Do I Feel This Way? The Purpose of Emotions

Why Do I Feel This Way? Finding Purpose in Your Emotions

Why do I feel this way? A therapist on the purpose of emotions, why anxiety is usually trying to protect you, and three questions to ask instead.

Phil Rogers, LMFT Associate

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Myya Singletary, PhD

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Jessica Wansart, LCSW-S

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Jennifer Shub, PsyD

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Eric Robertson, JD, LPC Associate, LCDC-I

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Ana Sofia Guerra, LPC Associate

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Helen Evans, LCSW

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Matt Murphy, LMFT Associate | Adult & Family Therapist in Austin | Just Mind

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Kari Somera, LPC | Therapist for Anxiety & Life Transitions in Austin | Just Mind

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Nancy Puga, LPC-Associate | Trauma & Anxiety Therapist in Austin | Just Mind

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Ariana Freshour, LPC | Therapist for Teens & Adults in Austin | Just Mind

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