The Healing Power of Validation Some therapists claim we’d all be out of a job if people learned how to validate each other. Yes, it’s that important to your mental well-being.  What [...]

I want to try therapy, but I’m embarrassed. Yes, it’s okay to say it if you feel embarrassed or ashamed. It’s even okay to tell your therapist you feel that way!  So, [...]

Supporting Bereaved Individuals Loss is an inevitable part of life, whether of an individual, pet, job, or relationship. The grieving process for everyone can and will look different, therefore the ways in [...]

I’ve never been to therapy – what do I need to know? Good question, we’re glad you asked!  First of all, make sure you’re seeing a licensed therapist (or an intern working [...]

Habit-Forming. The beginning of a new year presents an opportunity to create and work towards new life goals. As part of the process, individuals may want to develop and carry out new [...]

What is the Placebo Effect and how does it affect mental health? You’ve probably heard of the placebo effect; in short, it is when something works for us because we “think” it [...]

Mindfulness Techniques; Where do I start?  The types, explanations, and number of mindfulness techniques out there are countless. It’s so overwhelming, it can be difficult to even get started, much less find [...]

Rose, Bud, and Thorn. Taking a step back and reflecting on our experiences provides us with information that we can use to inform future events or embrace as small wins. One way [...]

Stop giving in to cravings: the simple skill of urge surfing. We all have the tendency to “overdo” things, depending on our own personal psyche;  certain food or drinks, certain hobbies, mindless [...]

Yes, you can say no. Sometimes you may find yourself having difficulty saying no. Whether to offers, requests, opportunities, or invites, saying yes feels easier and less complicated than stating no. In [...]