When starting therapy, it is common to feel a bit anxious and to not know what to expect. Psychotherapy, also known as therapy or counseling, is a treatment used to help individuals overcome various emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. Therapy should be a safe and nonjudgemental space where you can openly express your thoughts, […]

Do you have a hard time sleeping at night? No matter how many times you toss and turn in your bed, you just can’t fall asleep. Instead, you’re wide awake, mind racing with fears and worries about the past, the present, and the future. If you struggle with nighttime anxiety, falling asleep may seem like […]

As parents, we want to make sure our children are prepared for adulthood. We want them to be ready for whatever challenges they may face when they’re on their own. There are a lot of things we want them to know, of course. And it’s easy to get our priorities mixed up. After all, everything […]

Being a new parent is an exciting experience, but it’s also incredibly exhausting. Taking care of a newborn is not easy work. It’s normal to find that you barely have any time for yourself now, and it’s overwhelming. But it’s possible to prioritize yourself on occasion, even as a new parent. And, in all honesty, […]

Untreated depression is dangerous. In the worst cases, it can lead to the people we love attempting suicide. That’s why it’s important to be able to recognize the signs: so that we can get our loved ones the help they need. Teenagers can also experience depression. Teenagers can also, if their depression is left untreated, […]

Would you say “adulting” is something that scares you? It’s not an unusual fear. Growing up can be quite daunting. We gain new responsibilities, and with new responsibilities come new anxieties. It’s possible we might feel entirely unprepared for what lies ahead of us. But “adulting” isn’t nearly as scary as it seems. Once you […]

Delayed Grief And How It Impacts Someone Grief is a very complicated emotion. It can happen whenever any type of loss occurs. The loss could include the death of a loved one, a major injury or illness, or a divorce. Everyone will experience grief in at least one way or another throughout their lifetime. But what […]

Would you say you’re someone who worries a lot? Even before you gave birth to a child? We all have things we worry about, some of us more than others. But there’s a big difference between worrying and having anxiety. Postpartum anxiety is a specific type of anxiety that you might develop after pregnancy. Unlike […]

Do You Dread Valentine’s Day? For some people, Valentine’s Day is a day of love and excitement. For others, Valentine’s Day can be hard and can bring up feelings of sadness, loneliness, or loss. If you aren’t in love with the idea of Valentine’s Day, here are three practical tips for dealing with Valentine’s Day: […]

If you are looking to improve your mood with food, look no further! Don’t worry this isn’t another recommendation for a cleanse or some kind of diet that only allows for milk that’s been squeezed from oats or better yet squeezed from Italian, organic goats (full disclosure: I might be into the whole goat thing). […]