March is a time to honor the resilience, courage, and achievements of women throughout history. As we celebrate the incredible progress that has been made, we also must acknowledge the ongoing challenges many women face today. As a marriage and family therapist, I see firsthand how social and political stressors can deeply affect emotional well-being.When… Continue reading Women’s History Month: Prioritizing Mental Health in Times of Uncertainty
As a marriage and family therapist, I’ve had the honor of working alongside individuals and families as they work to build healthier, more connected relationships. One of the most common challenges people face is knowing how to approach difficult discussions—whether about unmet needs, long-standing misunderstandings, or deeply sensitive topics. These moments can feel overwhelming, leading… Continue reading Learn how to navigate difficult conversations with loved ones
As a marriage and family therapist, I often reflect on the ways our personal histories shape who we are. The experiences we carry from our families, cultures, and communities influence how we navigate relationships, face challenges, and build resilience. Just as personal history is vital in therapy, collective history is essential in society. That’s why… Continue reading Why Black History Month Matters: Honoring the Past, Healing the Present, and Strengthening the Future
Every day in my work as a therapist, I see how powerful true connection can be. Whether with families, couples, or individuals, one theme that consistently arises is the difference between empathy and sympathy–and understanding that difference can have a profound impact on our relationships. What is sympathy? Sympathy is often our first instinct when… Continue reading Empathy vs. Sympathy: The Key to Deeper Connections
As a marriage and family therapist, I see how patterns of the year shape the goals we set to create new habits for ourselves and our families. Dry January offers a chance to revisit this pattern–a month-long challenge that invites us to pause, reflect, and evaluate what no longer serves us. While often associated with… Continue reading The Truth Behind Dry January: More Than Just a Month Without Alcohol
Do you ever feel like you are never doing enough? Like there is always something more you could be doing with your life whether that is at work, at home, with your family, or with your kids? It can be difficult to feel like you are being adequately productive or contributing enough to society. Especially… Continue reading Transforming “Should” Into “Could”
Since 2020, there have been many, many changes in the world. Prices for just about everything have gone up, hearing a cough in public can cause panic and feelings of stress, and “to wear a mask or not to wear a mask” is one of the questions of the year. People have gotten closer to… Continue reading Remote Therapy: Advantages and What To Expect
Have you ever been going about your day minding your own business or driving home after work when all of a sudden a random horrible thought pops into your head? Thoughts like “I could drive my car into that light post right now” or “Gosh, Bob makes me so mad I just want to strangle… Continue reading Coping With Intrusive Thoughts: Tips and Tricks
Therapy is very popular right now in today’s culture. It can seem like everyone either has a therapist these days or has been to therapy. Therapy is often recommended by people, which is amazing progress in mental health awareness! Therapy is also more accessible now than ever before. Most insurance plans cover therapy and you can access both… Continue reading First Therapy Session: What to Expect
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