Life’s journey is an ever-changing landscape of highs and lows. At times, those lows can feel overwhelming. Seeking mental health treatment isn’t just a choice; it’s a courageous and transformative step toward reclaiming control over your life. Here’s why embarking on this journey is a positive and empowering choice: You’re Not Alone: In moments of…
Do you wonder about the age-old question: “How do I get my husband to go to therapy?” As a seasoned marriage and family therapist with over a decade of experience, this question seems to follow me everywhere—from the cozy confines of my office to the bustling atmosphere of dinner parties, family reunions, and even vacation…
We’ve all been there – lying in bed, tossing and turning, unable to escape the clutches of anxiety. Anxiety is a common feeling but did you know it can greatly impact your sleep? In this post, we’ll explore how anxiety affects your sleep and provide some simple tips to help you get those much-needed ZZZs….
Grief is an enigmatic and profoundly personal experience, often likened to an intricate song we’ve never heard before. It’s a symphony of emotions that plays in the deepest recesses of our hearts, weaving through every fiber of our being. Just like an unfamiliar melody, grief’s rhythm, pitch, and tone elude comprehension at first, leaving us…
I am suffering from anxiety, depression, anger, and fear…will I ever get relief? First off, I want to say that I am glad that you reached out for support. It can be very difficult to be transparent especially to someone who you do not know. I appreciate your honesty about what you are struggling with….
Abstract Disasters take on many forms. Earthquakes, floods, and fires are some of the primary natural disasters that come to mind. For some, these disasters happen on a recurring cycle. Maybe not in the exact amount of time between incidents, but certain to happen again. Earthquakes are a form of disaster that catches people by…
Intrusive thoughts can be distressing and overwhelming especially when you don’t understand what they are or how they got here. This may be leading you to question your mental well-being, maybe even your sanity. Let me put a pause in here for you to say, you’re going to be okay. You aren’t crazy or having…
It is that time of year again. The days are getting shorter and gloomier. There may be a bitter cold wind some days, and soon we may be looking outside to find out if our car is covered in snow in the morning. Your cravings for carbs hit their annual high and your levels of…
Taking the first step in getting help for your mental health You finally took the first step in getting help for your mental health. After weeks (maybe months, maybe years) of looking at therapist’s profiles online, you finally did it. You pulled the trigger and sent an email or called a therapist and or a…
Did you know last year more than 109,000 Americans died due to drug overdose? And according to Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports, the majority of these deaths were because of a potent synthetic opioid called fentanyl. This drug has become more available to American people since the increase in the flow of fentanyl from…