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Breaking the Stigma of Men in Therapy
Let’s get right to it, there is a stigma around seeking therapy and an additional stigma around men seeking therapy. There are many...
Feb 16, 20234 min read


What Family Therapy Looks Like
Whether you got referred to start family therapy by another provider or you decided on your own that this is something you and your...
Feb 12, 20233 min read


DBT Skills to Cope with Uncomfortable Emotions
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, is a widely used therapeutic model that is helpful for a wide variety of mental disorders and...
Jan 17, 20233 min read


DBT Skills to Cope with Uncomfortable Emotions
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, is a widely used therapeutic model that is helpful for a wide variety of mental disorders and...
Jan 17, 20233 min read


The Importance of Play Therapy
A child’s mental health is very important, and it is something that should be treated with such delicacy. Young children often have...
Jan 10, 20234 min read


An Alternative to New Years Resolutions: Habit Planning
The tradition of creating new years resolutions dates back to ancient Babylonians (estimated over four thousand years ago) and has been...
Jan 3, 20234 min read


Easy Anxiety Techniques to Use at Home
Anxiety can be debilitating at times, and sometimes our body reacts in ways that our mind can’t make sense of and our mind goes in...
Dec 27, 20224 min read


Sport Performance: A Conversation about Mental Health and Athletes.
As a therapist and Mental Performance Consultant (MPC) I think it is important to start the conversation surrounding the mental health of...
Dec 17, 20223 min read


Lonely During the Holiday Season
Loneliness affects millions of people around the world particularly during the holiday season. Loneliness is the state of distress or...
Dec 12, 20223 min read


How to Manage Grief and High Expectations During the Holidays
The holidays are typically viewed as a time of immense joy and celebration. This season is focused on surrounding yourself with family...
Dec 11, 20224 min read


5 Key Topics to Discuss with Your Partner Before Getting Married
There is no guidebook to marriage, and it would probably be a lot easier if there was. But you still want to know the person you are...
Dec 5, 20225 min read


What to Expect from Your Outpatient Therapist When Getting Treatment at a Higher Level of Care
Hearing your therapist suggest a higher level of care can be scary because of all the unknowns. However, it is common to receive this...
Nov 26, 20222 min read


Mom Truth: I Am Not Enjoying Every Minute
As a Mom, especially a stay at home Mom, the expectation is to enjoy every second with your children. Comments such as “You are so lucky”...
Nov 3, 20223 min read


Ways to Support Children with Anxiety and Depression Following the COVID-19 Pandemic
According to findings published in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health; The COVID-19 pandemic led to significantly...
Oct 26, 20224 min read


Challenging Negative Thoughts
Negative thoughts can be triggered by certain people, a situation, a feeling, or they can feel automatic, to the point where it feels we...
Oct 18, 20223 min read


Everything You Need to Know About Couples Therapy
Couples therapy can sound incredibly intimidating, and to be completely honest, sometimes it is. When people hear those words, some may...
Oct 5, 20224 min read


Navigating Procrastination
Procrastination can often seem like an easy excuse of the lazy. I had a client describe himself as a lifelong procrastinator. As if it is...
Sep 28, 20222 min read


Ways to Reduce Anxiety and Regain Control in Motherhood
I see you, Mama. Hair in a messy bun, not sure the last time you brushed your teeth or checked your appearance in the mirror. In the...
Sep 21, 20223 min read


Controlling the What If
What if I end up alone? What if they don’t like me for speaking up? What if I lose my job by taking one day off? What if he doesn’t like...
Sep 14, 20224 min read


What Factors Matter When Deciding To See A Male vs. Female Therapist?
Have you been considering seeking therapy services for help with issues such as depression, anxiety, or trauma but feeling unsure? Is one...
Sep 7, 20224 min read


How To Manage Your Anxiety and Stress When You Can't See Your Therapist
Managing Anxiety and Stress Between Therapy Sessions What happens after your weekly session and there’s still the rest of the week to...
Sep 5, 20222 min read


Remembering Loved Ones On Their Death Anniversary Or During Holidays
People remember their loved ones in all sorts of ways. Some reminisce with old photos or telling stories, while others visit a memorable...
Aug 31, 20223 min read


Processing Emotions in Healthy Ways
Life is unpredictable and therefore can make our emotions unpredictable. With everything going on in today’s world, it can make us feel...
Aug 18, 20222 min read


The Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Health
If you ever notice yourself feeling down or anxious when you’re hungry, there’s a reason why. Nutrition plays a significant role in our...
Aug 9, 20222 min read
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