Read our therapists’ latest thoughts on a variety of mental health topics including blogs on anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, and more!
Are you interested in polyamory but don't know where to start? This blog explores how to be successful in your polyamorous relationship.
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Do you have fantasies about sexual submission or dominance? Read this blog to learn more about power exchange relationships.
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Tired of making New Years resolutions that are impossible to follow through with? Try a new approach - choose a word for the year!
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Does parenting take a physical and mental toll on you? Read this blog to learn how to navigate parental burnout!
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Do you struggle with intense fear or phobias? This blog provides strategies and treatment options for overcoming phobias.
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Do you watch porn while in a relationship? Watch this video blog to learn if watching porn is healthy for your relationship.
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Are you spending this holiday season alone? Read this blog to learn how to make the most of this holiday season and cherish you alone time!
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Does your family experience high conflict? Read this blog to explore how to navigate family tension during the holidays.
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Do you have a loved one with trauma? Read this blog to learn the impact of trauma and how to help someone with trauma.
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Have you struggled with intuitive eating? This blog explores how trauma can impact intuitive eating and gives us tools for healing.
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ADHD can cause executive dysfunction. Read this blog to learn more about ADHD and how to improve your executive functioning.
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Do you think narcissism is a bad quality? Watch this video blog to learn the benefits of healthy narcissism and self-focus.
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Music has many benefits beyond being entertaining. Read more to learn how you can use music in therapy to improve your mental health!
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Read this blog to learn how your surroundings impact your wellbeing is an important factor in improving your quality of life.
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Uncover the impact of eating disorders on mental and physical health. Explore the nuances of anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder.
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When I first heard the term “gender spectrum,” my immediate reaction was that it seemed clinical. I thought it sounded like something similar to the autism spectrum. The fact is that the term “gender spectrum” has nothing to do with a clinical diagnosis. In this
What are the Early Signs of an Abusive Relationship [Transcript] Today, I will be talking about early signs of an abusive relationship. Before we jump into examples of abuse, I want to give quick definitions for emotional abuse and physical abuse. Please note that there
Parenting can be challenging. Children’s behavior can be confusing. An eight-year-old child may angrily insist that you leave them alone. Then, when given the space, the child may only seem to get more sullen. Other children might be prone to protest, engaging in behavior a
Using the Healthy Mind Platter to Improve Mental Wellness [Transcript] Today I’m going to talk to you about the Healthy Mind Platter that was created by Dr. Dan Siegel. The Healthy Mind Platter falls under one of the eight dimensions of holistic wellness. It falls
“The best way out is always through” – Robert Frost Have you considered Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy? If you have, this blog will provide you with some information of what to expect in EMDR therapy. You might have heard that EMDR includes
Have you ever looked at your partner and thought to yourself, “I hope they never cheat on me”? Infidelity has always been an unfortunate symptom of decisions led by complex emotions. Statistics show that cheating within romantic relationships is not specific to any gender, age
How to Move Towards Security in a Relationship [Transcript] You may be wondering: what does security in a relationship mean? First and foremost, it means trusting that your relationship can provide you with what you need. This includes needs such as safety, reliability, and consistency.
Depression is often a misunderstood concept. Many people can identify the symptoms, such as low mood, fatigue, apathy, a sense of hopelessness, and lack of motivation. However, the underlying cause of depressive symptoms can sometimes be hard to pin down. There is a tendency to
Academics and social justice leaders have been researching and discussing implicit bias for the last 30 years. Specifically, they have looked at ways of understanding implicit bias and its impact on marginalized groups. However, only recently has the impact of implicit bias started to gain
How to Talk About Sex With Your Partner [Transcript] In today’s video blog, we’re going to be discussing the four tips in preparing for sex talk with your partner. I want to start by saying that sex is a really big part of a relationship.
Play is vital to life. It is a sign of health. Its absence can indicate illness. But what is play? It is a word we use frequently but may find difficult to define. Try coming up with a loose definition for yourself for a moment
If you have ever seen a small c in front of the letters PTSD, you may have wondered “what is cPTSD?” cPTSD stands for complex post traumatic stress disorder. It is a more severe form of PTSD and describes a lived experience of surviving repeated
Living Authentically in the LGBTQ Community: How to Move Past “Gay Shame” [Transcript] For some people, gay shame may seem like a term for only queer, cisgender men. However, gay shame can refer to any feelings of inferiority due to your sexuality/gender identity. So what
So your kid came out as LGBTQ. Now what? Having your kid come out as LGBTQ might be an unexpected moment as a parent, and it can bring up an array of feelings ranging from excitement to distress. Whatever your feelings may be, you are
Our understanding of gender identity has become increasingly nuanced. Exploring our gender identity can be an important starting point for understanding the ways privilege and oppression touch us. As our understanding of gender deepens, there are a growing number of resources to help us explore
