From the first moment of pain, we experience a systemic reaction that is not only physical in nature but also cognitive and emotional. This concert of responsiveness is instinctual and beyond our...

As a therapist, I am very familiar with the concept of self-compassion. It comes up early and often in sessions, and clinically can be such a helpful tool to combat anxiety and depression. So, why...

“All I see is what I should be — happier, prettier...” The wise words of Olivia Rodrigo capture something so many people experience while trying to figure out who they are. But how are we even...

As a therapist, I get to ask questions for a living. Which is a pretty sweet gig for me, given that I am a curious person by nature. There are two questions in particular I have found myself asking...

“I want to put my soul on airplane mode.” In my daily doomscrolling ventures, I came across this reddit comment posted under an article about, well... I actually can’t even remember, but it was for...

The Enneagram has the potential to be a powerful tool for growth. I find that a lot of people—those who have heard of the Enneagram at all—know very little about it or only know the social media...

I want to talk to you about tenderness and why it matters. But first, I need to tell you about my friend, Grace. I met Grace the spring before we started college, at an event hosted by our now alma...

Sometimes, life is really hard and overwhelming. Hopefully, you have activities and people who can support you when this happens. However, things like playing an instrument, hugging a friend, or...

For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to learn how to use a pottery wheel. Maybe it’s the idea of making something beautiful with my hands. Maybe it’s because it looks super cool and creative...

Who is the “perfect” candidate for therapy? Does such a thing even exist? A persistent misconception held not only by the general public but also within the mental health provider community as well,...

I was recently over at a friend’s house for dinner and was quite struck by their daughter, a bright six-year-old that I have known most of her life. I have been shown her paintings and drawings...

As a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, I facilitate a type of therapy that helps kids “re-wire” their neural pathways, so they feel more confident in managing emotions, challenges, and, well, all...