Dr. Barek Sharif Dr. Barek Sharif

Can ChatGPT Be My Therapist?

A mentor once told me, “You can’t have a rational solution to an emotional problem.” This is why therapy helps when we “know” what do but for some reason can’t do it. We can’t think our way out of depression, trauma, or the emotional knots that show up in relationships.

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Dr. Barek Sharif Dr. Barek Sharif

The Lingering Impact of Home Displacement: Understanding Trauma

Home is more than just a physical space—it’s a sanctuary where we find comfort, stability, and identity. Recently this has affected thousands of individuals due to the fire in Southern California. When our sanctuary is disrupted through displacement the resulting trauma can run deep and can be long-lasting.

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