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Do You Really Know Yourself?
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,...
Replacing Stories of Shame with Better Ones
Growing up, I was the kind of kid who wanted to do things well. Whether it was academics or extracurricular activities, my aim was...
Trail Mix
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...
How To Love an Avoidant
When you are dating an avoidant partner, it’s natural to feel anxious about the future of your relationship. Whether your partner’s...
How Do Our Senses Affect Our Mental Health?
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...
Top Ten Things I Wish Couples Knew
As a therapist who works primarily with couples, I see that time and time again, each individual longs for connection, love, and to be...
How to Navigate Challenges in ADHD Relationships
Relationships take effort and it takes two to make a connection work. In order to keep a healthy relationship going, communication,...
5 Ways to Actually Motivate You to Get Things Done
I’m not going to lie: Even as an adult, doing chores is hard for me. It could be because I can become easily distracted (I am artsy after...
What is it about Dads?
Dads truly do have a gift. Some say it’s the material stuff they bring home. Others point to the fun, memorable vacations that Dad worked...
Therapy for Attachment
Today let’s explore how therapy can be a game-changer in recognizing and transforming attachment styles. As a therapist, I've seen the...
Who Needs Therapy?
We all have something. I can remember my earliest memories of anxiety way back in elementary school, even before my parents had announced...
Exploring Fostering: Is Fostering Right for Me?
Fostering a child is a selfless and admirable thing to do. It can change not only a child’s life but also your own. However, if you are...
The Hidden Gems of Counseling: Nurturing Your Mental Well-being Beyond Mental Health Issues
In a world that often associates counseling solely with mental health challenges, it's crucial to recognize the profound benefits...
Supporting Your People
Someone you care for is struggling and have decided to pursue counseling. You might worry about them, or wonder what they talk about...
The Pathway to Dealing with Phobia
Phobias can significantly impact one’s quality of life. Fortunately, counseling has emerged as a powerful ally in the battle against...
New Year, New Goals
There is something about “the new” that makes me stand up a little taller. I love new things: a new type of coffee to try, a new journal,...
The Power of Expressive Art Therapy
In a world filled with stress and demands, it can be difficult to express our emotions in healthy ways. Expressive art therapy is a...
Guiding Light to a Friend in Grief
Losing a loved one is one of the most challenging and perhaps complex human experiences. This often leaves a grieving individual on an...
Co-Parenting Peacefully
Parenting is a complex challenge. It can be hard to navigate school schedules, daily activities, providing healthy meals, help with...
The F Word
No, not that F word. I’m talking about feelings. Love them or hate them, but we all have them. They’re present with us for every victory,...
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