Religious trauma is a topic that often remains shrouded in silence, yet it affects countless individuals. The impact of religious experiences—both positive and negative—on mental health is profound. A connection to a deity can bring a sense of purpose and comfort, but...
When I meet with clients, I often tell them my goal is to help them live a “rich and meaningful life”, but what does that mean? When we think of a “rich” life, it’s easy to imagine luxury homes, flashy cars, exotic vacations, or financial success. These are often the...
Prior to my personal journey in therapy, I found myself feeling timid and insecure in new situations. This experience caused me to avoid environments that were challenging or offered the opportunity to fail. It wasn’t until I went to therapy that I was encouraged to...
Emotional Does Not Equal Irrational It is a prevalent misconception that emotions are inherently irrational. In our society, any display of emotion is often deemed unacceptable or weak. Many perceive emotions as chaotic, uncontrollable forces that obscure judgment and...
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,...
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...
