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Yet many couples also seem to find themselves caught in the same loop over and over again. In this loop or pattern it... [Read More](https://tnmentalwellness.com/blog/what-causes-conflict-in-couples) ![](https://tnmentalwellness.com/hubfs/first-session-blog2.jpg) # [What can I expect in my first session?](https://tnmentalwellness.com/blog/what-can-i-expect-in-my-first-session) By [Trey Manor](https://tnmentalwellness.com/blog/author/trey-manor) | March 6, 2026 Most clients go into their First (Intake) Session with some level of nervousness or anxiety. Often this concern centers around not knowing what will be discussed in the... [Read More](https://tnmentalwellness.com/blog/what-can-i-expect-in-my-first-session) ![](https://tnmentalwellness.com/hubfs/The-Silhouette-of-Uncertainty.jpg) # [Why Immigration Psychological Assessments Matter](https://tnmentalwellness.com/blog/why-immigration-psychological-assessments-matter) By [Keiara A. 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