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At Alma, we believe the connection between you and your therapist matters. We’re here to help you find the right someone to talk to, not just anyone.

New York, NY
Joined April 2018
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@withalma_
Alma
11 months
When it comes to therapy, the right fit matters. That mutual understanding helps clients feel supported and understood, and empowers clinicians to deliver great care.
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Alma
6 years
Today we’re excited to officially open the doors to @hello_alma_ and our first co-practice community supporting therapists on the front lines of mental healthcare. Come visit us in midtown Manhattan and read more about our vision here:
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@withalma_
Alma
5 years
Excited to share that we've raised an additional $8M in funding to continue building an incredible community of mental health providers and simplifying access to care. Thank you to @saraashleyo for sharing our story on @CNNBusiness today!
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@withalma_
Alma
4 years
We’re excited to share that @estherperel has joined Alma as a clinical advisor. Esther will support us in training the next generation of therapists and in our mission to improve access to high quality, affordable mental health care! Learn more:
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@withalma_
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6 years
Thanks to @annequito for a wonderful article in @qz about Alma's launch! "In the midst of bustling Midtown Manhattan, a new oasis for mental health opens today"
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5 years
We’re honored and excited to be featured as one of @fastcompany ’s 2020 Most Innovative Companies in Health, recognized for our work to increase access to high-quality, affordable mental health care. #FCMostInnovative
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Alma
2 years
Eating disorder recovery is a challenging and deeply personal journey of learning and unlearning. In an essay by writer, advocate, and Alma Content Marketing Manager Sam Dylan Finch, he offers six lessons taken away from his own recovery. Read more here:
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1 year
If you often feel overwhelmed by tasks to the point of shutting down, you might relate to something called demand avoidance. 💡 In his latest piece, @samdylanfinch talks about his experience with demand avoidance and shares strategies that help him cope.
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2 years
Skipping meals, fixating on your weight, avoiding certain foods entirely — in the latest piece by Alma Content Marketing Manager @samdylanfinch we explore how to identify disordered eating and knowing when to seek support. Read more here:
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Alma
2 years
Alma clinical advisor @EstherPerel stopped by Alma's booth at the Psychotherapy Networker ( @pnetworker ) symposium. If you're attending, stop by the Alma booth (booth #34 near the entrance) through Sunday to say hi!
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Alma
2 years
We're excited to share that @Inc has named Alma to its 2022 #IncBestWorkplaces list!
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Alma
4 years
October 10 marked Alma's second anniversary 🎉 Press play to hear Alma founder and CEO Dr. Harry Ritter share how Alma came to be.
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Alma
3 years
We’re honored to be recognized as a leading digital health company by @NYCHBL ! Find the full #NYCDH100 list in the Healthcare Innovation Report:
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Alma
2 years
We're excited to share that @DigitalHealthNY has named Alma to it's NY Digital Health 100 list! Check out the full list in the 2023 New York Healthcare Innovation Report:   #DH100
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Alma
2 years
We're excited to share that we’ve raised a new round of funding to continue supporting clinicians and improve access to high-quality, in-network mental health care nationwide. Read more in @business :
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Alma
4 years
We're excited to share that we’ve raised a new round of funding led by Insight Partners with participation from Optum Ventures! Read about it in @crunchbasenews and in the thread that follows 👇
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@withalma_
Alma
6 years
We're hiring a chief of staff @hello_alma_ ! Looking for a passionate, strategic thinker with a background in finance and/or consulting to join our early team. Apply here:
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@withalma_
Alma
2 years
Since day one, Alma has been dedicated to supporting clinicians. Read how our new funding will allow us to further that commitment and open up access to in-network care nationwide from Alma founder and CEO @harryritter1 :
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Alma
1 year
The Alma team is at the @pnetworker symposium! Come say hi at booths 701-707 in the Exhibit Hall, and get a free, professional headshot taken while you’re here.
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1 year
"While progress may be slow, therapy can still be worthwhile." Alma Content Marketing Manager @samdylanfinch interviewed Alma member Nira Shah, LMHC, for a clinician's perspective on what effective therapy looks like. Read more here:
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1 year
In his latest piece, Alma Content Marketing Manager @samdylanfinch makes the case for why it's time to retire the phrase "good vibes only" and how it's too often misused to shame people with valid mental health struggles. Read more on Alma's blog:
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Alma
6 years
Fascinating research on the link between exercise (particularly team sports) and the positive impact on mental health. That’s why we partner with ⁦ @classpass ⁩ to help providers get clients into a great routine #mindbody #mentalhealth #bettertherapy
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Alma
5 years
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay . It also happens to be our one-year anniversary. We’re pausing to reflect:
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Alma
6 years
Thanks @businessinsider for including Alma!
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Business Insider
6 years
57 startups that will boom in 2019, according to VCs
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Alma
4 years
Last week we shared the news of our Series B. Today we’re excited to share that Alma is expanding to Massachusetts! With this, we’ll be supporting providers in growing their business and consumers in accessing affordable mental health care.
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Alma
2 years
Alma conducted a survey of 200 therapists across the country and found that 89% of therapists want their license to allow for nationwide care. 🧵
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@withalma_
Alma
3 years
We’re excited to share that @LoriGottlieb1 has joined Alma as a clinical advisor. We'll be working closely with Lori on our mission to improve access to high quality, affordable mental health care. Learn more:
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@withalma_
Alma
3 years
Hey DC, Delaware, Maryland, Rhode Island, and Virginia 👋 Alma has landed! Learn more about how we can support you here:
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Alma
3 years
Alma has been featured as one of @fastcompany ’s 2021 World Changing Ideas in Health and Wellness for our mission to simplify access to high quality, in-network mental health care. Learn more and find the complete list of honorees here #FCWorldChangingIdeas
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6 years
Great piece by @lydiaramsey125 and @charli_bing from @businessinsider showcasing our launch and Alma's first community space! #bettertherapy #Mentalhealth
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Alma
3 years
Looking for something to read while your go-to social channels are down? Here are some stories that we featured in the most recent issue of The Digest by Alma. 👇
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Alma
1 year
For Mental Health Awareness Month, Alma Senior Content Marketing Manager, Kevin Doherty unpacked mental health stigma and offered strategies for reducing it. Read more on the Alma blog:
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Alma
4 years
What We're Reading — @KateTripp , senior platform editor at @elemental , published an essay about how a season of rest can benefit you in the long run.
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Alma
2 years
@ChristinePsyD We reached out on IG and want to echo our apology here. Our intent in sharing was to illustrate how much work therapists do behind the scenes. We should have asked before sharing your experience and we apologize. We've removed the post and will be more mindful going forward.
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Alma
3 years
Alma founder and CEO Dr. @harryritter1 will be at @HLTHEVENT #HLTH2021 on Sunday, October 17 for a conversation about barriers to mental health care and digital solutions. Register to join online or in person:
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Alma
3 years
Alma founder and CEO @harryritter1 will be joining @bradleytusk , @Wheel_Health , and @ro on Clubhouse for a conversation about the future of digital health. Tune in on April 13 at 7:30pm ET!
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Alma
3 years
We’re excited to share that Alma is a founding partner in @MTV 's first-ever #MentalHealthActionDay ! On May 20, we’ll be joining hundreds of other companies to empower people to take the next step in their mental health journey. Learn more at .
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@withalma_
Alma
3 years
In the weeks ahead, we'll be exploring the interconnectedness of identity and mental health. Dial in to our voicemail line to share how therapy has shaped the way you see yourself: 848 272 1132. (Please note this line is not actively monitored.)
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Alma
4 years
1/ At Alma, we acknowledge the long-standing reality of racism in America and we affirm #blacklivesmatter . Today, we’re announcing initiatives to support mental health care providers in three categories: Support, Education, and Impact.
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@withalma_
Alma
5 years
Our founder and CEO, Harry Ritter, spoke with @CNN about @hello_alma_ 's mission, improving provider-client relationships, and the need to address mental health globally. Check it out!
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CNN Business
5 years
Described as the "WeWork for therapists," Alma is a membership-based group for mental health professionals. "Around the world, close to a billion people report mental health issues. This is a global problem," says founder and CEO Harry Ritter on @FirstMove
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Alma
4 years
Alma member Elizabeth Beecroft, LCSW, ( @lizbcroft ) spoke to @bustle about the relationship between social media followers and anxiety:
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Alma
3 years
We're honored to be included on the @Forbes list of America's Best Startup Employers in 2022! Find the complete list here:
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Alma
1 year
We’re excited to share that Alma has been named as one of @Inc 's Best Workplaces of 2023! See the full list here: #IncBestWorkplaces
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Alma
2 years
We're excited to share that Alma has been named to the 2023 @Forbes America's Best Startup Employers list! See the full list here:
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Alma
2 years
"When you see a vice president block off therapy on their calendar ... It's not only accepted; it's also encouraged and celebrated." Alma's Director of P&C, Danielle Poonoosamy, spoke to @TeamBlind about benefits that support employee mental health.
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@withalma_
Alma
2 years
Alma has landed in Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, North Carolina, Minnesota, Missouri, Tennessee, Utah, and Wisconsin! Whether you’re a licensed clinician or a person seeking care, learn more about how Alma can support you:
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Alma
1 year
We're excited to share that Alma's Director of People and Culture Danielle Poonoosamy has been recognized by @thisisinsider for all that she does in the pursuit of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Alma. Read more here:
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Alma
10 months
Systemic obstacles have the power to hinder access to higher education, including graduate studies in mental health care. To help break down those barriers, we’re launching the Empowering Minds Scholarship in partnership with @AmPsychFdn .
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Alma
4 years
Last week, Alma Founder and CEO @harryritter1 sat down with @joon_io founder @ShooshJon to talk about transitioning to virtual care and Alma’s role in the future of mental healthcare. Find the full discussion here:
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Alma
3 years
Who’s attending the Evolution of Psychotherapy? If you’re registered for the conference, be sure to visit the Alma booth between November 30–December 5. See you there!  #EVO2021
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Alma
2 years
Alma founder and CEO @harryritter1 wrote a letter in support of NY Assembly Bill A1171A, which would allow thousands more mental health care providers to provide in-network coverage, to @govkathyhochul :
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Harry Ritter
2 years
I'm proud to support the passage of the NY Assembly Bill A1171A, which would increase access to in-network therapy for New Yorkers across the state. You can learn more about the bill here:
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Alma
3 years
Alma is coming soon to... ☀️ Arizona ☀️ Nevada ☀️ Texas If you are a mental health care provider in any of these states and would benefit from gaining new clients, and access to insurance partnerships, we’d love to talk! Get started here:
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Alma
4 years
Alma founder and CEO Harry Ritter spoke with @OscarHealth CEO Mario Schlosser to share Alma's mission and discuss the coming mental health crisis and the importance of preventative care. Watch it here:
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Alma
4 years
Alma member Andrew Schwehm, PhD, recently spoke to @holmescnn about the lasting mental health impact of coronavirus.
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Michael Holmes
4 years
Whether you catch #COVID19 or treat people who do or work in a grocery store and worried about it, #coronavirus  related stress - even #PTSD  - can have a major impact, says clinical psychologist Andy Schwehm of @BellevueHosp
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Alma
3 years
It's true, Alma is live in California! And Washington, Oregon, and New Mexico!
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ashton kutcher
3 years
Looking for a therapist? @withalma_ makes it easy to find a therapist that takes your insurance, fits your schedule, and understands your needs and now they’re in California.
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Alma
1 year
We're excited to share that Alma founder and CEO Dr. @harryritter1 will speak on a #HLTH2023 panel about the ever-evolving industry of mental healthcare on Monday, October 9 at 3pm PDT. Register to attend here:
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@withalma_
Alma
3 years
The Digest is a biweekly newsletter featuring thought-provoking and conversation-sparking news, essays, and research about mental health care. Here are some stories that we featured in the most recent issue. 👇
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@withalma_
Alma
2 years
Today is #MentalHealthActionDay , a movement led by @MTV to empower people to take the next step in their mental health journey Thinking about finding a therapist? Take the first step to finding an in-network provider who meets your needs at
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Alma
2 years
Alma founder and CEO Dr. @harryritter1 will join @medallion for a virtual panel about the future of healthcare on Wednesday, July 27 at 11am PT. Register to attend for free:
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Alma
4 years
With our Series B, we’re doubling down on our mission to simplify and improve access to high quality, affordable mental health care by expanding our provider network nationally, growing our team, investing in better practice management tools, and more.
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Alma
2 years
Alma founder and CEO @harryritter1 wrote an op-ed for @statnews urging for cross-state licensure reform. Read the full piece here:
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STAT
2 years
Opinion: Enough is enough. We need cross-state licensure reform now to address the needs of America’s growing mental health crisis and to ensure accessibility for everyone, regardless of their geographical location or identity.
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Alma
3 years
We’re excited to share that Alma is expanding to Florida! With this, we’ll be partnering with insurance companies like United, Aetna, and Oscar to make it easy and rewarding for providers to take insurance and allow more people to access high-quality, in-network care.
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Alma
4 years
On March 4, Alma Founder and CEO @HarryRitter1 will be joining @NYCHBL for a discussion about recent healthcare investment trends. Learn more and register here:
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1 year
Alma Content Marketing Manager Merhawi Kidane recently partnered with Dr. Elisabeth Morray to dive into the specifics of rejection therapy and how it can benefit your average therapy client. Read more here:
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Alma
3 years
"Applying self-compassion often feels like resistance before it feels safe; sometimes we have to practice believing something before it feels true. I am worthy to practice and connect with self-compassion in this moment." — Alma member Rachel Harris, LMHC
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Alma
3 years
We're excited to share that Alma has been included in the @CBinsights Digital Health 150! View the full report here:
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Alma
3 years
Alma founder and CEO @harryritter1 spoke to @DTarockoff about how Alma supports mental health care providers and how the mental health care space is evolving. Find the full interview here:
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Alma
2 years
The support of a therapist can make all the difference in a person's eating disorder recovery. @verywellmind recently named Alma as the best directory for finding providers who specialize in eating disorder and body image related issues.
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Alma
3 years
We're excited to announce a new round of funding led by @insightpartners with participation from @Optum_Ventures ! Read about it in @Forbes
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2 years
@NPR shared a new social prescribing initiative in Canada that allows doctors to give out free year-long national park passes. Research suggests that time spent in nature has both mental and physical health benefits.
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Alma
3 years
We’re excited to share that Cigna has joined Alma’s list of insurance partners! If you’re insured through Cigna, you can now access in-network care through Alma. Learn more about the partnership:
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Alma
2 years
We’re excited to share that @EmpireBCBS is now one of Alma’s insurance partners! If you have an Empire BlueCross BlueShield of New York commercial plan, start your search for in-network therapy today:
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Alma
4 years
We’re hiring for our team in NYC! Interested in helping to simplify access to high-quality mental health care for everyone involved? See all of our open roles and apply here:
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Alma
3 years
Alma founder and CEO @HarryRitter1 recently spoke to @GetDivercity about the importance of building a diverse network of mental health care providers. Find the full post here:
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Alma
2 years
Mental health is a big, complicated topic that encompasses a range of experiences. We’re curious — how do you define #MentalHealth ?
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Alma
4 years
In an incredibly unpredictable year, we welcomed providers in New Jersey and Connecticut to the Alma community; @EstherPerel joined our Clinical Advisory board; Aetna joined Alma’s insurance program; and in-network sessions supported by Alma grew 267% quarter over quarter.
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Alma
3 years
On the latest episode of our Self Studies podcast, Alma member Atiba McLean, LCSW, spoke about equitable mental health care in the Black community and the urgency of confronting our shared humanity. Find the full episode here:
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Alma
2 years
The Digest is our biweekly newsletter featuring thought-provoking and conversation-sparking news, essays, and research about mental health care. Here's an excerpt from our most recent issue:
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Alma
3 years
On Friday, October 8, Alma founder and CEO Dr. Harry Ritter will join @JoinTempest CEO Ruth Sun and Director of Clinical Operations Ruby Mehta for a conversation about the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on healthcare. RSVP for free here!
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Alma
3 years
Hello California, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington 👋 Alma has landed on the west coast! Whether you’re a licensed clinician or a person seeking care, learn more about how Alma can support you:
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Alma
4 years
Introducing our new provider directory. The updated format has new filters to simplify your search for a therapist. Visit to browse the directory and find the provider who’s right for you.
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Alma
4 years
3/ We've also published a guide to cultural competence and Black mental health, which outlines foundational resources, practice tools for addressing race with clients, and ways to give back.
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Alma
5 years
Make Space For Uncertainty | When faced with uncertainty, our minds often jump to the worst-case scenario. Getting comfortable with the unknown, however, can allow us to consider the best-case scenario. Find the full story here:
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Alma
5 years
Make Space For Anger | Anger can be harnessed for self-discovery and growth. It comes down to uncovering and understanding the primary emotion out of which anger emerges. Find the full story here:
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Alma
1 year
Alma surveyed over 200 mental healthcare providers around the country to understand how therapists measure progress. 🧵
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Alma
6 years
Thanks @PrimaryVC for being such an amazing partner!
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Primary
6 years
Congratulations to @harryritter1 on the launch of @hello_alma_ , the most innovative approach we've seen in the mental health arena. Here's why we're so excited about this investment:
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Alma
2 years
Optum EAP is now available through Alma, marking an important step in our commitment to increasing access to high-quality, affordable mental health care! If your employer offers Optum EAP and you’re looking for mental health care, find a provider today at .
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Alma
1 year
There are some troubling mental health statistics that don't get as much attention as they should. Alma’s Content Marketing Manager, Merhawi Kidane, dives into several areas of mental health that need attention. Read more here:
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