Why You Shouldn’t Parent Your Partner In the intricate dance of relationships, it’s not uncommon for dynamics to take on unexpected roles. One potentially detrimental pattern that can emerge is the inclination to parent your partner. While the intention behind such behavior might be rooted in care and concern, the […]
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Active Listening: Why It’s an Important Part of Communication We all want to feel heard when having conversations — but it can be challenging to reciprocate these listening skills when we want to get the point across. In order to have healthy, effective communication that strengthens relationships with family and […]
Disagreements are bound to happen no matter what type of relationship you have, when you meet, or how perfect you are for one another. You could be two peas in a pod, the peanut butter to their jelly, or one another’s perfect match.
How to Manage Anxiety During Holiday Family Gatherings Holiday family gatherings are supposed to be joyful, full of warmth, tradition, and togetherness. But for many people, they also come with stress, emotional triggers, and anxiety that can start building weeks in advance. If complicated family dynamics, overstimulation, or the pressure […]
Many people look forward to the holidays with genuine excitement, imagining the connection, celebration, and joy the season brings. However, for a significant number of people, this time of year can feel stressful, anxiety-provoking, or even overwhelming.
We often hear that the holidays are the most wonderful time of the year, but for many people, they can also be one of the most stressful. Financial pressures, social expectations, and packed schedules can leave you feeling overwhelmed rather than festive.
If you’ve been struggling with postpartum depression (PPD), you’re likely searching for answers. It’s completely natural to want to understand why this is happening to you.
Welcoming a baby into the world is often described as a time of joy, love, and new beginnings. However, for many new parents, that picture doesn’t match reality.
What Causes Postpartum Anxiety? In Part 1, we discussed what postpartum anxiety is and how it shows up in your daily life. But understanding why it happens is just as important. Knowing the causes can help you realize that you’re not a bad parent, you’re not weak, and you’re certainly […]
Bringing a new baby home is one of life’s most significant transitions, and it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed during this time. When people think about mental health challenges after having a baby, postpartum depression often comes to mind first.
Experiencing birth trauma is one of the most overwhelming and frightening things a new mother can go through. Whether you experienced physical or emotional trauma (or both), it often leaves lasting effects.
There are few losses as devastating as the death of a baby. Whether it’s through miscarriage, stillbirth, or the loss of an infant after birth, the grief is profound and unlike any other.
Losing a baby at any stage of pregnancy is a very personal, painful, and often complex issue. No one can truly know exactly how you’re feeling, and that can cause you to try to push past the grief of your loss quickly.
Therapists are just people. They can deal with as many struggles and mental health challenges as anyone else. While you might have the background and expertise to know what you’re dealing with, that doesn’t mean you can always “treat” yourself.
School counselors across the country help thousands of students every year. They listen, advocate, and utilize their resources to ensure that students of all ages receive the support and help they need.
Therapists are equipped with the knowledge and expertise to help with a variety of mental health conditions and everyday mental and emotional struggles. They see countless clients and patients from all walks of life and must be able to create treatment plans tailored to each individual’s unique situation.
Nearly every profession comes with unique challenges that others often overlook. When most people think about therapists, they don’t necessarily focus on those challenges or how the career path might take a toll on that professional’s mental well-being.
Help Your Child Adjust to Their First Year of School The school year is just around the corner, and it can be an exciting time for both parents and little ones! If your child is heading off to school for the first time this year, they might be feeling a […]
Ease Your Child’s School Anxiety As summer starts to wind down, it’s time to think about heading back to school. It can be an exciting time, full of buying new school supplies, thinking about what the year will bring, and watching your child continue to learn and grow. However, your […]
Even with summer in full swing, the start of a new school year is just around the corner. If you have a child heading to college for the first time, you’ve both undoubtedly already started to prepare.