What to Expect After Your First EMDR Reprocessing Session: The Feelings, Physical Sensations, and Everything In Between
If you’ve just completed your first EMDR (read here to learn more about EMDR) reprocessing session, you might be wondering…
Soft Scheduling: An ADHD-Friendly Approach to Time Management
If you have ADHD, you might crave routine and structure while simultaneously resisting anything that feels too rigid or controlling…
Why Community Matters: The Science of Connection and Belonging
I spent the weekend with a friend I’ve known for over 20 years. There’s something special about a friendship that…
When Setting Boundaries Goes Wrong: What to Do When Boundaries Don’t Work
We are living in the age of the boundary. We are told to “set a boundary,” “protect your peace,” “know…
Finding Our Way Through Life’s Transitions
Life transitions can be some of the most challenging times in our lives. Whether a change is chosen or imposed…
The Importance of Social Interaction for Mental Health in Older Adults
The Importance of Social Interaction for Mental Health in Older Adults Social connection is often treated as a quality-of-life issue,…
How Trauma Is Stored in the Body and How Somatic Healing Helps
Trauma is not only a psychological experience; it is also something the body remembers. Many people who have experienced trauma…
The Difference Between Pressure, Stress, and Responsibility & How to Manage Them
We often use the words pressure, stress, and responsibility interchangeably, but they’re not the same thing. Understanding the differences can…
Trouble Sleeping? Try These Six Things
As a therapist, I hear about sleep struggles all the time. Many of my clients come into sessions feeling exhausted,…
Understanding Intuitive vs. Intellectual Grief: How to Cope, Ask for Help, and Care for Yourself
Grief is one of the most universal yet uniquely personal experiences we go through. Whether it’s the loss of a…