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Is this an Abusive Relationship and How can Counseling Help?
Oftentimes, we think of abuse as solely being physical. Even then, sometimes perpetrators and victims of abuse will minimize or normalize the abuse.
Helping Young People Thrive: Using ACT to Build Resilience and Emotional Strength
As parents and caregivers, we want to protect our children from the hardships of life.
Seeking Mental Health Therapy for Your Child
Understanding the Clinician’s Perspective of Child Therapy & What Caregivers Can Expect
Helping a loved one in an abusive relationship
It can be challenging and painful to witness someone you care about in a relationship that appears harmful to them.
Yoga and Mental Health
“Yoga is not for me.”
This is a statement I’ve heard in different forms over many years, including from myself.
Pain Reprocessing Therapy: a tool for chronic pain recovery
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.
T1D and Therapy
If you or a loved one find yourself navigating the world with type one diabetes, you understand how demanding and overwhelming managing diabetes can feel. It’s no wonder that there is an increased risk for a variety of emotional health issues (including burnout, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders) for individuals with type one and their families.
The Overlooked Girl: How Inattentive ADHD Often Presents Differently in Women
When most people think of ADHD, they picture an energetic, impulsive child who can’t sit still, can’t stay in their seat, and talks out of turn – like a little Energizer bunny of uncontrolled chaos.
What Is Executive Function and Why Does It Matter?
Executive function is the set of cognitive skills that help us plan, organize, manage time, regulate emotions, remember important information, and control impulses.
When Father’s Day Hurts
Each year on Father’s Day, we’re surrounded by messages about gratitude, celebration, and the special bond between fathers and their children. Social media is filled with beautiful tributes to amazing dads.
20 ADHD Experiences You’ve Had for Years But Never Had Words For
Many everyday struggles that feel confusing or shameful, like staring at a to-do list and still not moving, or losing an entire afternoon to one task, are actually well-documented ADHD experiences with real names: task paralysis, hyperfocus, time blindness, masking, and more.
Why a Couples Therapy Intensive Might Be the Breakthrough You’ve Been Looking For
If you’ve ever left a couples therapy session thinking, “We were just getting to the important part…” you’re not alone.
“Eldest Daughter Syndrome”: When Responsibility Becomes a Personality
If you’ve scrolled through social media lately, you may have come across a post about Eldest Daughter Syndrome. Whether you’ve seen it on TikTok, or heard Taylor Swift’s song “Eldest Daughter,” it’s a phrase that’s deeply resonating with many people
Winter’s Invitation to Slow Down: Why Rest Feels Hard – Especially During the Holidays
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” The holiday season is portrayed as high-energy, yet winter itself invites quiet, slowness, and restoration. At the end of a year, there is a natural desire to seek stillness, to carve out
Why High Functioning ADHD in Women Looks So Different in Women Who “Have It All Together”
Why High Functioning ADHD in Women Looks So Different in Women Who “Have It All Together” High functioning ADHD in women often goes unnoticed because it doesn’t look like the typical childhood version most people picture. Here is the short
Helping Children Navigate Grief at the Holidays
The holiday season, at its best, is full of joy and connection. However, the season’s emphasis on family and togetherness often stirs up acute feelings of sadness and longing for those of us who have lost a loved one.
Why the Right Fit With Your Therapist Matters More Than Insurance
Wondering if it’s worth seeing an out-of-network therapist? Research proves the client–therapist relationship is the strongest factor in successful outcomes. Here’s why the right fit matters more than insurance.
Bathroom Camping & Other Self-Care Trends: Why Your Weird Little Rituals Matter
Ever heard of bathroom camping? Gen Z’s latest self-care trend proves there’s no one-size-fits-all way to cope with stress. Here’s why your quirky rituals matter – and how to find what actually works for you.
From FOMO to Fulfillment: How An Attitude of Gratitude Can Reframe What You Think You’re Missing In Life
Social media, with all its perks and pitfalls, has become a near constant presence in most of our lives. While it can indeed serve the purpose of keeping us connected, it also opens the door to a uniquely modern emotional struggle: FOMO — the fear of missing out.
Healing Beyond the Surface: How EMDR Supports Eating Disorder Recovery
If you’re in recovery from an eating disorder, you’ve probably realized by now that healing is about more than just food. Behind the meal plans and behavior changes, there’s often a deeper story – one filled with pain, fear, and experiences that have left lasting impacts.