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“What if I had called one more time just to check in? What if he didn’t know how loved he was before he died? What if she would not have...

Mental health as a whole is a largely discussed topic at this current moment in time. We have come a long way in how we view mental...

Most of us know that self-care is important. We try to make it happen but it seems like we never have the time. Between working, raising...

Couples tend to think they cannot find the time to go on dates with their partner. When we fall into the routine of everyday living, we...

One of the best ways to relax and unwind at the end of a long day is by watching a movie. Movies create a myriad of emotions for people....

If you are like a lot of people, you may hear a song that describes the holidays as “the most wonderful time of year” and immediately...

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, admits the hustle and bustle it is crucial not to negate...

The term, ‘gaslighting’ has been tossed around a lot on the internet lately, to the point where I wonder if people know what it actually...

Let’s be real – screens and social media are pretty much part of our everyday lives now. Screens are a big part of how we work, play, and...

By now, the majority of the world’s population has been impacted by social media in one way or another. Whether you yourself are on one...

Here in the Houston area, we are no strangers to natural disasters. Over the past decade alone, there were the Memorial Day floods...

Imagine this: It’s roughly 85 degrees Fahrenheit at night. There is no breeze. The power is out. Your food is slowly rotting away in the...

I want to start this blog post with a simple and yet powerful question – Who are you? I’m not asking about your name, where you’re from,...

Growing up, I was the kind of kid who wanted to do things well. Whether it was academics or extracurricular activities, my aim was...

When I first got my hands on my actual physical license, it was a trail mix of feelings. On the one hand, I was so excited to be holding...

When you are dating an avoidant partner, it’s natural to feel anxious about the future of your relationship. Whether your partner’s...

Working as a counselor has shown me how much our senses actually influence our mental health. I see it in the child who has ADHD and...

As a therapist who works primarily with couples, I see that time and time again, each individual longs for connection, love, and to be...