Mother’s Day is everywhere—from store displays to social media tributes—and while it can be a time of celebration for many, it can also be a painful reminder for those with a complicated relationship with their mother. If you find yourself dreading this day because of past trauma, ongoing conflict, or emotional distance, you are not […]
10 steps to take today to improve your mental health
Let’s talk about stress. There is a difference between chronic stress and normal stress. Moderate and challenging stressors that are short-lived are often perceived as enjoyable. Thrill-seekers for example, actively seek out “stressful” situations that trigger the release of stress hormones. However, intense, unpredictable, and prolonged stressors like interpersonal conflict, loss of loved ones, and […]
How to deal when anxiety runs your life
Anxiety can creep up on anyone, at any time. In fact, it’s so common that almost everyone has experienced it at some point in their lives. But did you know that a whopping 18.1% of the population in the United States of America is impacted by anxiety every year? That’s a lot of people feeling […]
Help-my parent is constantly critical, abusive and controlling!
“I want to end my relationship with a toxic parent who caused me trauma – what’s the best approach?” Every single child deserves to have parents who are fully present and engaged in their lives. It’s crucial to understand that you are not accountable for the choices your parents made in the past or present. […]
Coronavirus and online therapy
The world is on high alert as the coronavirus continues to spread, with the first confirmed death in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have warned that it’s not a matter of if the virus becomes an outbreak in the United States, but when. The CDC is urging community preparedness and a […]
Is my family enmeshed?
Are you feeling suffocated by your relationships? Like you can’t tell where you end and your loved ones begin? Well, you’re not alone. In the 1970s, Salvador Minuchen coined the term “enmeshment” to describe this phenomenon. Enmeshment is when personal boundaries become blurred, and limits cease to exist in relationships between family members, partners, or […]
Myths About Therapy
Are you tired of hearing the same old therapy myths? Are you thinking about therapy but feeling a bit hesitant to dive in? You’re not alone. There are so many misconceptions out there about what therapy is, who it’s for, and how it works. These myths can be a real barrier to getting the help […]