Relationships can only be healthy when both people have the space to be themselves and maintain their personal integrity. Unfortunately, many find themselves in relationships, romantic and otherwise, with people who do not respect boundaries and feel entitled to have their needs met regardless of the other person’s. If you can relate, it is possible…
Have you found that as a Neurodivergent individual “regular” talk therapy doesn’t hit like it is supposed to for you? You need ND specific help. CBT just not enough? That’s because the B in CBT for you as a ND person, is different. Your behaviors reflect the unique way your mind works so the equation…
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. Key Points: Neurobiological involvement is key to the success of Brainspotting for many people. Your relationship with your provider may make or break your Brainspotting session. Brainspotting targets symptoms and behaviors, not specific diagnoses. One claim at the forefront of this method is that ‘Brainspotting works for everyone’1….
It’s a new year, and as you make your way through January, you observe the familiar commercials and schemes promising products and plans that will change your life! Just do this “one trick” or “15 minutes a day” trends plaster news feeds, TikToks and Insta reels. While some of these supposed magic fixes ought to…
Are you a physician or other healthcare worker thinking about starting therapy? If you are overwhelmed, feeling like something has to change, but wondering whether therapy is right for you, you are not alone. Here are some things to consider.
The start of the school year can be a daunting time for students with ADHD as they often face various struggles that can impact their academic and social experiences. One significant challenge is adjusting to new routines and expectations. Students with ADHD may find it difficult to transition from the freedom of the summer break…
Fentanyl is considered one of the deadliest drugs that hold your brain captive in the worst way possible. In 2021 alone, out of 106,000 deaths, fentanyl was responsible for 70,601 deaths in the US. Many people who try to quit end up relapsing because the withdrawal is intense and the dependence is strong. The drug…
Hello! I’m a clinical counselor who specializes in couples therapy. Now, before you click away with thoughts like, “Couples therapy? That’s only going to make things worse,” hear me out. I understand that for some, couples therapy comes with a stigma attached. There’s a common belief that talking openly about your problems might only cause…
Self-care is one of those terms that has been stolen, repurposed, and lost most meaning. I truthfully have never really defined it until I started working in crisis. Because self-care is one of those terms that many associate with bubble bath and a bottle of wine, or used as a reminder to get fresh air…
Discover the practice of self-compassion through a three-step process: acknowledging your feelings without judgment, fostering a loving curiosity towards your emotions, and offering validation. A recent personal experience with this process: While everyone else in my house peacefully slumbered, I found myself wide awake, consumed by overpowering emotions that were hijacking my night. Despite my…