Grief is a natural and complex response to loss, and throughout history, various theories have sought to explain how people process and cope with it. One of the most comprehensive and adaptable models is the Dual Process Model of Grief, developed by psychologists...
As a therapist, I’ve spent years helping others navigate their emotional landscapes, offering support, insight, and tools to manage life’s challenges. Yet, for much of my career, I hadn’t fully embraced what it meant to be on the receiving end of therapy. Sure, I’d...
Gratitude is often suggested as a way to improve mental health, yet it can feel like an abstract concept, especially when life is hard. How can we focus on gratitude when we’re overwhelmed with challenges? While it’s easy to dismiss gratitude as overly simplistic,...
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, warmth, and connection—a season where family gatherings, celebrations, and traditions take center stage. But for many people, the emotions of the holidays are far more complex. This time of year can stir up a mix...
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...
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...
