I do not know about you, but since the pandemic began 9 months ago I have picked up some new aches and pains. Unlike an office, most of our homes are not set up with a dedicated office space...read more
The past 8 months have been extremely difficult for the majority of people. One population that, even during the best of times, depends on stability and socialization are children and adolescents. For most, remote learning has been less than...read more
“Being depressed is exhausting,” NBA All-Star, Olympic Gold medalist, and NBA Champion Kevin Love. Depression, anxiety, and a panic attack did not care about his professional accomplishments or the wealth it brought him. Mental health is unbiased, and an...read more
We frequently hear clients talking about wanting to be “grateful” or developing an “attitude of gratitude”. The practice of feeling grateful or having an attitude of gratitude is more than a catchy phrase. Rather, it helps prime us to...read more
For the most part, clients seek therapy when looking to address discomfort and increase coping skills, whether due to depression, anxiety, or in their relationships. We are biased, but this is a significant first step. For me, part of...read more
Relax. Something that feels like it is in short supply for 2020. Most people recognize that they would like more relaxation, but do not invest in identifying the activities that help them relax. What I am specifically addressing is...read more
The fantasy of total control is alluring. If we could control how we feel, then we would feel better! In theory, that sounds great; however, emotions do not work that way. Emotions are an organic thing. They occur naturally...read more
More often than not, people start looking for a therapist once things feel like they have become more than one cares to bare without help. However, it does not need to be that way! Therapy can begin proactively without...read more
Resilience is the ability to adapt to adversity or significant stress. It is not the absence of discomfort during adversity or significant stress. Instead, it is what helps us navigate the unforeseen without being overwhelmed by discomfort. While adversity...read more
I unlock my phone and instantly forget why I unlocked it in the first place. Instinctually I dive into social media and start scrolling. Bad news, more bad news, meme, more bad news, scrolls faster, and still more bad...read more