by Ryann Kretschmer | May 1, 2025 | Attachment & Relationships, Mental Health Education, Personal Growth & Healing
Attachment styles are the emotional blueprints we use to navigate relationships—shaped by our earliest interactions with caregivers and carried with us into adulthood. One of the most common (and often painful) styles is anxious attachment, which can impact romantic... 
by Ryann Kretschmer | Apr 3, 2025 | Attachment & Relationships, Communication & Conflict, Couples & Marriage Counseling
In any relationship, communication is the foundation that fosters understanding, trust, and emotional intimacy. However, when one or both partners are struggling with mental health challenges, unresolved trauma, or relationship difficulties, those conversations can... 
by Ryann Kretschmer | Feb 27, 2025 | Mental Health Education, Men’s Mental Health, Women’s Mental Health
For many, the idea of seeking therapy or talking about mental health can feel intimidating, even shameful. Society has long attached stigma to mental health struggles, making it difficult for people to reach out for help. However, just as we prioritize physical... 
by Ryann Kretschmer | Jan 28, 2025 | Mental Health Education, Personal Growth & Healing, Stress Management
It’s easy to think of physical and mental health as separate. But they’re deeply connected. Taking care of your body can have a big impact on your mind, and vice versa. Understanding how exercise, sleep, and nutrition contribute to this connection helps us appreciate... 
by Ryann Kretschmer | Nov 13, 2024 | Individual Therapy, Mental Health Education, Personal Growth & Healing
Have you ever set a goal to eat healthier, exercise more, or finally tackle that big project? Only to find yourself back at square one a few weeks later? You’re not alone. The human brain is a complex organ, and it’s wired to resist change. In this post,...