April marks Stress Awareness Month, a reminder to slow down and ask ourselves a simple but important question: How am I really managing stress? As a therapist, I often remind clients that stress isn’t always obvious or loud. It doesn’t always show up with alarm bells. Sometimes, it creeps in quietly—through tight shoulders, trouble sleeping,… Continue reading Stress Awareness Month: 5 Free Wellness Apps That Actually Help Reduce Stress
As a co-owner of a mental health practice that accepts most major insurance plans, I’m deeply familiar with the challenges many clients face when trying to use their insurance for mental health care. While we strive to make therapy as accessible and straightforward as possible, the reality is that insurance companies often create barriers that… Continue reading The Challenges of Navigating Health Insurance for Mental Health Services
As a therapist, I often work with clients who struggle to manage uncomfortable or unwanted conversations. Whether it’s a family member who brings up sensitive topics, a coworker who overshares, or a friend who focuses on negativity, learning how to set boundaries is key to protecting your emotional well-being. Setting clear, respectful boundaries around these… Continue reading 5 Tips to Set Boundaries Around Unwanted Conversations: A Therapist’s Perspective
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
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