Are you or someone you love avoiding social situations or events due to fear or anxiety? If so, you are not alone! Social anxiety disorder affects millions of people all over the world. However, it may sometimes take years before those suffering seek treatment. Many individuals suffer in silence, while Social Anxiety invokes havoc on […]
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Anxiety, Children, How To, Professional/Work, Teens
Mental exhaustion is exactly what it sounds like. Mental distress, whether pathological, situational, or stress related, is real. The exhaustion our brains and bodies feel when experiencing such events is not only real, but something we need to notice, feel, and take time to practice self-care in vulnerability and gentleness. I can honestly say that
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Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Stress, Wellness
The kids are back in school! 🎉 *happy dance* But, parents, does this sound familiar? “Did you do your homework?” “No, I don’t have any.” “I did it in school.” Perhaps these are true answers, but more often than not, if they sound too good to be true, they usually are. Maybe your child will
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Children, Family, How To, Parenting
Do you remember when you were first dating your partner? You paid attention to what they said, looking for clues as to what was going on in their lives and what was important to them. Now, years later, it’s easy to put your partner’s needs on the back burner as you navigate the busy-ness of
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Anxiety, Couples, Family, How To, Stress
Your marriage is in trouble and you have decided to seek the assistance of a marriage counselor. You have done all the research to find a good therapist for the two of you and taken the courageous first step by setting up your first appointment. Now what? How can you make sure that you get
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Couples, Family, Therapy, Treatments
Let’s talk about mindfulness. When I ask a new client if they’ve heard of mindfulness, a common answer I get is, “I’ve heard of it, but what exactly is it?” By definition, Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive
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Anxiety, Depression, How To, Stress, Therapy, Treatments
Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get enough credit in the emotional toolkit: acceptance. Not the kind of acceptance that means giving up or brushing things under the rug. We’re talking about the type of acceptance that creates space for your emotions, helps you breathe through the hard stuff, and lets you start moving forward—even
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Anxiety, Children, Depression, How To, Stress, Teens
Parenting is the hardest job in the world. You’ve heard this time and time again, and if you are a parent reading this – you know it to be true. No manual or training and you’re on the job 24/7. Let’s talk about two common struggles – when kids don’t listen and the anger that
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Children, Family, How To, Parenting
When you are in the blissful period before you get married, busy with all the wedding plans and imagining your wonderful future together, it may seem like seeking couples counseling would be the last thing you should be doing. However, studies have shown that successful premarital counseling decreases the likelihood of divorce by 50 percent.
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Couples, Therapy, Treatments
Think about what made you choose to read this blog post. What makes these decisions for us, these every day decisions that we don’t even really think about? Easy answer is, our brains. And some brains have ADHD. Our brains are so amazingly complex. New synapses can be created, ingrained as patterns after lots of
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Children, How To, Professional/Work, Teens
Therapy is often painted as a relaxing escape—a space to unwind, unload your worries, and feel refreshed. While that’s true (therapy can be wonderfully restorative), it can also be surprisingly exhausting. But why? Aren’t you supposed to leave sessions feeling lighter, not drained? The truth is, therapy can feel tiring for a very good reason.
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Emotions, Getting Started, Mental Health, Therapy
Social anxiety isn’t always loud or obvious. Sometimes, it looks like someone avoiding eye contact, dodging small talk, or obsessing over whether they sounded weird after saying “Have a good one!” at the checkout line. It’s not just about hating parties or public speaking—social anxiety can show up in subtle, everyday ways that are easy
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Anxiety, Boundaries, Challenges, Communication, Coping Skills
Picture this: you’re lying in bed, unable to sleep, convinced tomorrow’s meeting is destined to be a disaster. You’ve imagined every possible way it could go wrong—your boss frowning, colleagues rolling their eyes, or your ideas being dismissed. Before you know it, you’ve already decided tomorrow is doomed, leaving you anxious and exhausted before the
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Connection, Mental Health, Mindfulness
Have you ever found yourself reacting way more strongly than the situation called for—like crying after a mildly annoying email or snapping at someone because they asked a question? Or maybe you’ve had moments when you felt nothing at all, just flat and checked out, even when something big was happening. These aren’t just mood
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Challenges, Emotions, Mental Health
Imagine this: you’re talking to someone, sharing a story, and they suddenly look away, fidget with their phone, or offer a one-word response. It might feel dismissive or even rude. But for someone living with anxiety, these behaviors aren’t about disinterest or bad manners—they’re often a protective mechanism or a symptom of their inner struggle.
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Anxiety, Relationships, Stress