Blog, News, & Updates
The Healing Beat: Music Therapy for ADHD
ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is often portrayed as a whirlwind of distraction, impulsivity, and restlessness. But beneath the surface of this neurodivergent condition lies an often-overlooked strength: a deep well of creativity. For many...
Why I “Hate” Validation as a Couples Therapist
“Validation” has become one of the most common pieces of advice in couples therapy. Everywhere you turn, people are told: Just validate your partner. The intention is good. Partners want to feel heard and understood. But here’s the problem: validation, as it’s usually...
Why Getting Off Social Media Might Be the Best Thing You Ever Do
In a world where almost everyone is online all the time, taking a break from social media—or stepping away from the internet altogether—can feel radical. But more and more people are realizing that this constant connection comes with a cost: less focus, more stress,...
Win the Moment: Overcoming Performance Anxiety with Presence
You’re about to walk on the field. Step onto the stage. Begin your speech.And suddenly your heart starts to race, your hands begin to shake, and your mind begins to spiral: “What if I mess up?”“Everyone’s watching.”“I can’t do this.” This is performance anxiety, and...
Healing After a Community Crisis
In the wake of recent events at UVU, many people are finding themselves feeling unsettled — not just in their thoughts, but in their bodies. Maybe you were nearby when everything happened. Maybe you were placed on lockdown. Maybe you weren’t physically present at all,...
Suicide Prevention: The Power of Connection
Every time I drive along I-15 in Utah County, one particular billboard from the “Live On” campaign always catches my eye. It usually shows two people sitting next to each other—sometimes with one offering a hand on the other’s shoulder. There’s no flashy slogan, just...
Adult ADHD Symptoms: Why Diagnosis Often Comes Later in Life
When people think of ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder), they often picture a hyper child bouncing out of their chair in class. While hyperactivity is one piece, the reality is much broader and often misunderstood. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder...
Understanding Trauma Responses: Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn
When something feels threatening—whether it’s a real danger in the moment or a reminder of past pain—our nervous system automatically reacts to protect us. These protective instincts, often called trauma responses, are rooted in survival. They are not conscious...
The Importance of Music Therapy: Healing Through Sound
Music has always been more than just entertainment. It’s a universal language that connects people across cultures, beliefs, and generations. Think about how a certain song can bring back a flood of memories, or how a melody can calm your nerves during a stressful...
When Grief Teaches Us About Living
Grief is not something we sign up for. It arrives without warning, upending the familiar landscape of our lives. One day, the world feels intact; the next, it feels like it has been split in two — the time before the loss and the time after. Many of us wish grief...
Sexual Fantasy and Marriage: Rekindling Intimacy
Rekindling the Spark: Why Sexual Fantasy Can Strengthen Your Marriage For many couples, the word fantasy can feel unsettling. Some wonder, “Isn’t that dangerous? Doesn’t it mean I’m not satisfied with my spouse?” Others feel guilt, worrying that imagining something...
Living with Invisible Loss
When we think about grief, we often think about the events that surround profound lossdue to death… funerals, flowers, and memorials. But we can also feel deep grief fromother significant losses such as the end of a relationship or loss of a job, or grief even attimes...