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What to know about the challenges of healing PTSD and Trauma
Congrats! You have been doing reading, thoughtful reflection, and sought out therapeutic support for dealing with your trauma symptoms. The road has been hard so
How Increasing Your Step Count Can Improve Your Mental Health
Walking is one of the most underrated forms of physical activity. It is an activity that can be done anywhere. Walking can reduce your risk
Racial/Disability/Gender/Sexuality Focused: How to talk about disabilities from a person-centric approach
Being mindful of how you talk about disabilities is an important part of demonstrating respect for others and combating harmful stigma. Those who are not
Rest is not an option, it is a requirement!
We have all had moments where we feel mentality, physically and even sometimes spiritually exhausted. Many times we push ourselves past our limits which can
ADHD Decision Making
Our lives are an accumulation of decisions made over time. Every day we are presented with infinite choices – some small, like deciding what’s for
Two Tools to Help With Sleep Management
Have you ever noticed that you may feel more irritable or fatigued on days you don’t get enough sleep? It may seem like everything that
Children/Teens/Parenting: How to talk to your kids so they will actually listen
Communicating effectively with your kids can be a challenge. Especially when you are juggling many responsibilities as a parent, feeling like your kids just won’t
Setting Boundaries With Family
Boundaries are something a lot of people struggle with, especially with their family members. Some people are raised to bend over backward for family and
Recognizing overthinking and how to stop: DBT Emotion Regulation Skills
What is overthinking and what are the impacts? Overthinking is going over the same thought again and again, analyzing the simplest of situations or events
How perfectionism is fueling your anxiety
The multitude of social media platforms, photoshopping apps, and influencer advertisements all reflect a culture that thrives on showcasing your best self. We’ve all been
What to Know if your Partner has BPD
Your partner recently got diagnosed with BPD, now what? Relationships can be difficult to navigate all on their own, adding mental illness into the mix
Executive Functioning and ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, an already common childhood disorder, has seen a rise in online popularity as more and more people are taking
Using Mindfulness to Cope with Trauma
What is Trauma Bonding? Trauma bonding is a psychological response to abuse. It occurs when the abused person forms an unhealthy bond with the person
Why we all need to be “SELFISH.”
The word selfish has always had such a negative connotation. The urbandictionary.com definesselfish as having a total disregard for anyone but yourself and anyone else’s
Trauma Bonding: How to Break the Cycle
What is Trauma Bonding? Trauma bonding is a psychological response to abuse. It occurs when the abused person forms an unhealthy bond with the person
Codependency
It’s a universal truth that humans are social beings – we are hardwired for connection, loveand belonging. Decades of research taught us that humans thrived
I’ve got 99 problems, and I’m about to solve 1!
( Four Dialectical behavior therapy options to respond to a problem) Problems always seem to find us no matter where we are and what we
How trauma-informed care is spreading beyond therapy offices
Trauma is an event or series of events experienced by an individual or group that has lasting effects on a person’s well-being. The primary goal
Boundaries? What are those?
I am sure you can remember a time as a child when your parents asked you to hug a relative or talk on the phone
Coping with War Anxiety
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has left many people across the globe feeling on edge and unsettled. Thoughts of a nuclear war, concerns of a
Using the Diver’s Reflex to Regulate Emotional Intensity
Ever had a moment where you feel like your brain is in “crisis mode”. The moment when you are trying to figure out how to
Coping with ADHD while working from home
The COVID-19 pandemic required many professionals to trade their offices and conference rooms for standing desks and Zoom calls. While some appreciated not having to
PTSD in women—does a menstrual cycle affect symptoms?
PTSD in women—does a menstrual cycle affect symptoms? Trauma can show up and effect everyone in so many ways, some people can develop Post-Traumatic Stress
Behavioral Activation for Depression
Oftentimes patients come to me depressed, looking for the “magic cure”. Although unfortunately there is no such thing, people are often surprised to learn the
Let’s Get Physical!
We all know that exercise is great for your physique, heart health and longevity. Did you also know that staying fit has proven benefits to
Making Friends as an Adult
When you’re young, making friends is easy. Whether you make connections at school or during extra-curricular activities you were probably involved in a myriad of
Managing Stress During the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us and along with all the merriment can come a hefty helping of stress, depression, and anxiety. Whether you are