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Laziness Versus Rest: An Unobstructed Look into How I Wrote This Blog
I’m going to be completely honest with you. I had planned to write this blog about laziness and rest very scientifically and it was going to sound like a gosh darn essay. Now however, the deadline has come, and I am left with a very interesting and ironic situation....
Embracing Strength: Why Therapy is a Sign of Strength in Young Men
Society’s perception of therapy has evolved significantly over the years, yet many still view it as a last resort or a sign of weakness. This couldn't be further from the truth, especially for young men. Seeking therapy is a courageous act that demonstrates strength,...
The Power of Repair: Strengthening Relationships Through Effective Conflict Resolution
In the journey of any relationship, conflict is inevitable. Whether it's a romantic partnership, a friendship, or a family connection, disagreements and misunderstandings will happen. The key to maintaining a healthy and thriving relationship isn't avoiding conflict...
Childhood Emotional Neglect Part 3: Healing Emotional Neglect to be a Better Parent, Partner, and Person
**This blog is a continuation of my previous post "Childhood Emotional Neglect Part 2: 5 Ways in Which Childhood Emotional Neglect Still Hurts Us". If you haven’t read part two, double back and read it here before moving forward with this entry. If my last two...
Discrimination is Dangerous to Fat People’s Mental Health- Why and What Mental Health Professionals Can Do to Help
The word “fat” isn’t supposed to be a dirty word, a joke, or a judgment. Instead, “fat” is a neutral word describing the type of body a person has, just like the descriptions of “thin,” “tall,” and “short.” “Fat” can be triggering for many people who have only been...
Childhood Emotional Neglect Part 2: 5 Ways in Which Childhood Emotional Neglect Still Hurts Us
**This blog is a continuation of my previous post "Childhood Emotional Neglect Part 1: I've Had a Difficult Childhood, Especially Lately". If you haven’t read part one, double back and read it here before moving forward with this entry. Are you unsure if you...
Parental Emotional Regulation: Why It Matters
In my role as a mental health professional, I often encounter concerns from clients about their children's struggles with emotional regulation. It's a challenge that many families face, but what does it really mean, and how can we address it from both a parental and...
How to Talk to Your Kids About Starting Therapy
Congratulations! You’ve taken the first brave step in your child’s mental health journey by scheduling their first therapy session! But wait! Does your child know what to expect out of their first session or do you know how to tell your kids they will start therapy?...
Zoom Into Therapy- 10 Reasons to Consider Virtual Counseling
If I asked you to picture in your mind what a therapy session looks like, you would probably imagine a client laying down or sitting on a couch and a therapist sitting next to them taking notes. Up until a few years ago, this was what most talk-therapy looked like....
My Teen Might Be Transgender. What Do I Do Next?
POV: You’re a parent or guardian and your kid is becoming curious about their gender or has already come out. Maybe you yourself haven’t had much exposure to queer and transgender communities, but you still want to be as supportive as possible as your kiddo navigates...
Childhood Emotional Neglect Part 1: I Had a Difficult Childhood, Especially Lately.
It’s been nine years since Lindsay C. Gibson wrote Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting or Self-Involved Parents. Her book and this concept of childhood emotional neglect continue to resonate with people with varying...