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New research is showing that many forms of chronic pain are generated and maintained by neural pathways in the brain, rather than structural issues in the body. This pain is not “in your head”- it is VERY real and is an important…

“Yoga is not for me.” This is a statement I’ve heard in different forms over many years, including from myself. I thought yoga was too slow and boring. I fell into yoga after becoming a mother and experienced the benefits first hand….

It can be challenging and painful to witness someone you care about in a relationship that appears harmful to them. You may not know the full extent of what is happening in the relationship, but notice things that lead you to have…

There is a Need for Understanding, Support, and Healing October is recognized as “Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month”. To lose a child before or shortly after birth is heartbreaking. This month serves as a reminder of the need for awareness, support,…

Understanding the Clinician’s Perspective of Child Therapy & What Caregivers Can Expect When you’re considering therapy for your child, you might be wondering “How will my child be engaged in therapy? How will I know if it works? Is this even something…

As parents and caregivers, we want to protect our children from the hardships of life. But what if instead of shielding them, we equipped them with the tools they need to face their challenges head on? Imagine a world where your child…

Hi! I am so glad you are here. Whatever brought you to open this blog is likely challenging and my hope is to bring some peace in helping you take steps towards reaching out for help, you are not alone whether you…

It is well known that certain substances are detrimental to our health. We identify these items as “toxic” or “poison,” so that we can avoid inappropriate contact with them. Similarly, people can be toxic to our lives. Unfortunately, toxic people do not…

One of my favorite primary care physicians offered all of her patients a hug at each visit. When asked why she said, “Every person deserves a hug each day. They need to know someone cares.” While her method of creating a therapeutic…

Family therapy works to target change within the system that is often the closest to us. While it is helpful across a multitude of presenting concerns, one in particular is families navigating chronic or significant illness. Oftentimes following a life changing diagnosis…