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Whether you are in a new relationship or have been together for years, it is crucial to talk about your future. The future involves both...

The transition from high school to college is often depicted as an exciting adventure filled with new experiences and personal growth....

Turning Towards is the third level in the Gottman’s Sound Relationship House, after focusing on building love maps and showing and...

I am a huge fan of television. It is my go-to thing to do to relax and decompress after a long day. It is a way for me to take my mind...

If you clicked on this blog there is a good chance that you are not feeling satisfied with your job. Whether you're underpaid, have...

Do you start seeing red when someone cuts you off in traffic? Or does your blood pressure skyrocket when someone refuses to cooperate...

Tis the season to think about some resolutions for the new year coming up. Who even knows if you’ll succeed (I know that I often don’t)....

Burnout is increasingly becoming a popular buzzword regarding work and school. What is the psychological definition, though? Burnout is...

Boundaries are the physical and emotional limits identified in a relationship that defines expectations and what is appropriate behavior...

It’s a good question. More of a serious question, but still a good one. I know I don’t know where you are in life, or let's face it, I...

As the holiday season approaches, there’s a sense of anticipation, joy, and the prospect of spending quality time with family. However,...

Parenting is a complex and rewarding journey, filled with moments of joy, challenges, and growth. One of the most profound aspects of...

The holidays are a stressful time for many folks for many different reasons. The financial cost of gifts and traveling, an increase in...

It's that time of year again. The holidays are right around the corner. But what some may call the “most wonderful time of the year”...

It’s right in the title: cut yourself some slack. As humans, and for the most part, we tend to be a lot harder on ourselves than we are...

There’s a stage in almost every relationship, usually at the beginning, where there’s an abundance of infatuation, love, a sort of...

What’s something you would say to a potential client who’s on the fence about beginning therapy? I would ask why not? Therapy is a...

It is way too easy to get wrapped up in the hecticness that is our day to day lives. How many times have you noticed yourself over...

Transitional grief, also known as situational grief, occurs in response to significant life transitions or changes. While it shares...

Therapy is a valuable tool for personal growth, self discovery, and emotional healing. Whether you're seeking therapy for a specific...

When you think about the things you can do to help your mental health what comes to mind? Do you think about deep breathing, seeing a...

In therapy we often discuss how to manage feelings and navigate emotions during a personal crisis but it is also important to address how...

Where did you go to school? What degree did you obtain from each? I graduated from DePaul University in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree in...

Where did you go to school? What degree did you obtain from each? I attended North Central College in Naperville, Illinois where I...