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The Therapist Who Ruined Christmas
Every year around Christmas, my family and I watch The Santa Clause. It’s funny, nostalgic, and full of magic, but now that I’m both a therapist and a mom, I can’t unsee what’s really going on. My clinical brain ruins a lot of movies, but this one hits different. It’s...
Communicating to Connect: Evidence-Based Strategies for Healthier Conversations
When most couples describe what’s challenging their relationship, “communication” is one of the first words mentioned. It’s not that partners don’t talk; it’s that they struggle to feel heard, understood, or emotionally safe in the conversation. Effective...
A Dating Sim Taught Me About Love
Why Love and Deep Space stays with me. **LIGHT SPOILERS AHEAD-READER BE WARNED** On the surface, Love and Deep Space is a futuristic romance game. But underneath the sleek sci-fi setting is a story about something far more unsettling—and familiar. The main character...
A Therapists Reflection: Holding Space for Grief as a Grieving Daughter
Grief is such a strange and funny thing. Grief doesn't wait for your schedule to be clear. It doesn't wait for it to be a convenient time. It doesn’t go away just because you have responsibilities or clients to see. It is always there, and it will always be there....
Caring for Your Mental Health During the Holiday Season
The holidays are often a time that can bring about mixed emotions. It is not unusual to feel joy and nostalgia mixed with social pressure, loneliness, or sensory overwhelm. As a therapist, I am quick to remind my clients that it’s okay to hold more than one emotion at...
Preparing Your Mental Health for the Holidays and Family Interactions
The holiday season can be a time of joy, connection, and reflection, especially when it comes to spending time with family. While reconnecting with loved ones can be uplifting, it can also bring stress, pressure, old tensions, and emotional overwhelm. Preparing your...