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Why It’s Crucial to Tell Your Therapist If Therapy Isn’t Working
Therapy is a journey, and it's not always a smooth one. Sometimes, despite our best efforts, therapy may not be the right fit or may not be producing the desired results. It's essential to remember that it's okay to feel this way and to communicate it to your...
Suicide Awareness—Breaking the Silence and Offering Support
When it comes to suicide, many people struggle in silence. They might not have the words to express what they’re feeling, or they may fear judgment from others. The truth is, having thoughts of suicide doesn’t necessarily mean someone has a mental illness. Sometimes,...
Learning the Language of Your Emotions
When I was in 7th grade, my junior high school required all students to take one quarter of 4 different languages: Spanish, German, French, and Italian. Learning new languages after the age of 10 is an incredibly difficult process that requires months or years to be...
Hope for Freedom
Has your exposure to sexual imagery led to out-of-control behavior and subsequent feelings of shame and despair? You’ve likely tried many things to overcome this struggle and may feel exhausted and hopeless wondering if there really is a way to freedom. Maybe...
You Are Not A Diagnosis: Embracing the Whole You
In today’s world, diagnoses are often seen as labels that define us. With a greater understanding and proactive approach to mental health, diagnoses, whether given by a professional, or given by a Tik Tok quiz, have become what we live and breathe. As we watch Tik Tok...
Your Therapist: Your Secret Weapon
Let's talk about the often overlooked, yet undeniably crucial component of therapy: the relationship you build with your therapist. While specific techniques and tools certainly have their place, it's the connection you forge with your therapist that can truly...
The Real Secret to Successful Therapy: The Power of Connection
The Heart of Therapy What do you think is the most beneficial part of therapy? Many studies have shown that the type of therapy you choose matters less than the relationship you build with your therapist. The therapeutic alliance, or the bond between you and your...
The Power of Laughter
From Awkward to Connected: The Power of Shared Laughter Over the weekend, my wife and I were on a double date with a couple that we were getting to know. As is common when getting to know people, there were times of awkwardness, conversation lulls, and overall...
The Power of Gratitude
Finding Beauty in the Ordinary When was the last time you stopped to appreciate the fact that you are alive and breathing, or took the time to really listen to a loved one during an interaction? What about savoring the subtle warmth of the morning sun on your skin, or...
Living Fully: How to Cultivate a Rich and Meaningful Life
Ever wonder what really makes a life rich and meaningful? It's a question that often crosses our minds, especially when we’re feeling stuck or unfulfilled. Spoiler alert: It’s not about landing that dream job or buying a big house. Sure, achievements and material...
Attachment Styles: The Blueprint for Your Relationships
Have you ever noticed patterns in how you connect with others? Relationships can be hard but Attachment theory, developed by psychologist John Bowlby, can help us better understand the way we relate with others. The Four Main Attachment Styles Secure...
The Problem with Happiness
The Pursuit of Happiness: Is It Helping or Hurting Who doesn't love being happy? "Don't worry, be happy" is just one of many phrases that encourages us to chase this feeling. It's that light, uplifting sensation that makes everything seem right with the world....