Cristina Lugo Psychotherapy Blog

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By Cristina Lugo, LCSW • August 7, 2026
Bipolar teenager symptoms are often mistaken for normal moodiness or other conditions. Learn the real signs and how therapy helps teens and families.
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By Cristina Lugo, LCSW • August 7, 2026
Imposter syndrome therapy using EMDR helps college students and teenagers reprocess past failures and rebuild real, lasting self-trust.
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By Cristina Lugo, LCSW • August 7, 2026
A guide for teenagers and college students in California on how to find and choose the right young adult therapist for you.
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By Cristina Lugo, LCSW • August 7, 2026
Learn how self-confidence therapy using EMDR helps teens and young adults reprocess past failures before interviews, exams, and other big moments.
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By Cristina Lugo, LCSW • August 7, 2026
Looking for support groups for teens in California? Start with the tween and teens group in Pasadena, plus other trusted resources across the state.
emdr and ptsd
June 24, 2026
EMDR and PTSD explained by a therapist. Learn how trauma affects teens, how EMDR works, its effectiveness, and when to seek professional support.
EMDR therapy for depression
June 10, 2026
Learn how EMDR therapy for depression works, its pros and cons, and what young adults can expect from this trauma focused treatment approach.
Depression test for teens
May 21, 2026
Depression test for teens: understand symptoms, how screening tests work, and when to seek professional help for teenage depression.
risks in EMDR therapy
May 20, 2026
Side effects of EMDR therapy explained for young adults. Learn what emotional reactions to expect after EMDR and when to seek professional support.
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