We experience toxic positivity when there is pressure to pretend like everything is awesome, even when it’s not. It is known by many names – Pollyanna, rose-colored glasses, over-optimistic, positivity bias, or just “looking on the bright side.” Whatever we call it, the feeling is familiar when something difficult or discouraging happens and someone says,…
Take better care of yourself is a statement I’ve said many times in therapy sessions and towards myself. We know it’s important but it’s still difficult to do. There is a cacophony of factors that stand in the way of self-care. We forget to practice self-care, we choose not to prioritize ourselves, and I argue…
Summer is a time when many Young Adults strive to create lasting memories, whether through travel, outdoor activities, or simply enjoying the warmth of the sun. The Age of Instagram However, in the age of social media, the way we, as Young Adults, perceive our own summers can be profoundly influenced by the carefully curated images…
Coming out can be many things: liberating, terrifying, courageous, necessary, vulnerable, and always deeply personal. While it’s true that the experience can be empowering, there are aspects of the experience that aren’t always discussed. 1. Internal struggles can persist: Coming out is a big step toward self-acceptance but it doesn’t automatically erase years of internal struggles and…
The dawn of a new school year brings with it a sense of excitement, opportunities, and the promise of growth. However, it can also be accompanied by challenges as you adapt to new routines, classmates, and coursework. The first weeks of the new school year can set the tone for the months ahead, and with…
Relationships can only be healthy when both people have the space to be themselves and maintain their personal integrity. Unfortunately, many find themselves in relationships, romantic and otherwise, with people who do not respect boundaries and feel entitled to have their needs met regardless of the other person’s. If you can relate, it is possible…
Have you found that as a Neurodivergent individual “regular” talk therapy doesn’t hit like it is supposed to for you? You need ND specific help. CBT just not enough? That’s because the B in CBT for you as a ND person, is different. Your behaviors reflect the unique way your mind works so the equation…
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. Key Points: Neurobiological involvement is key to the success of Brainspotting for many people. Your relationship with your provider may make or break your Brainspotting session. Brainspotting targets symptoms and behaviors, not specific diagnoses. One claim at the forefront of this method is that ‘Brainspotting works for everyone’1….
It’s a new year, and as you make your way through January, you observe the familiar commercials and schemes promising products and plans that will change your life! Just do this “one trick” or “15 minutes a day” trends plaster news feeds, TikToks and Insta reels. While some of these supposed magic fixes ought to…
Are you a physician or other healthcare worker thinking about starting therapy? If you are overwhelmed, feeling like something has to change, but wondering whether therapy is right for you, you are not alone. Here are some things to consider.