Blog
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When Your Nervous System Learned Chaos as Normal
Written by Alicia Murray. When your childhood was full of unpredictability — emotionally volatile parents, frequent moves, neglect, or constant tension — your nervous system…
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Redefining Connection After a Life Transition
Written by Alicia Murray. When you go through a major shift in identity — becoming a parent, leaving a religion, coming out, healing from trauma,…
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Navigating Reduced Productivity Without Shame
Written by Alicia Murray. There are moments in life when productivity feels elusive — a day, a week, even a season where nothing seems to…
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The Mental Load of Being the “Responsible One” in Your Family
Written by Alicia Murray. If you’ve ever been called “the rock” of your family, you likely know it’s not always a compliment. Being the “responsible…
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Why “Self-Care” Isn’t Working Anymore (And What Actually Helps)
Written by Alicia Murray. The term “self-care” has become a go-to prescription for nearly every mental health struggle — especially for burnout, anxiety, and emotional…
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What Therapists Wish You Knew About Starting Medication for Mental Health
Written by Alicia Murray. Deciding to start medication for a mental health concern is one of the most common yet anxiety‑provoking decisions people make on…
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The Friendship Recession: Why Making Friends as an Adult Feels Impossible
Written by Alicia Murray. You’re not imagining it — making and keeping friendships as an adult is hard. Maybe you moved to a new city,…
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Doomscrolling Isn’t Just a Habit, It’s a Signal
What Your Doomscrolling Habit Is Actually Telling You You don’t need to explain it — you’re just going to check one more headline, refresh one…
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Why Constant Productivity Is Quietly Burning You Out
Written by Alicia Murray. We live in a world that glorifies busyness. From “rise and grind” mantras to late-night laptop sessions praised as dedication, hustle…
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What Your Therapist Means by “Trauma Recovery Isn’t Linear”
written by Alicia Murray If you’ve been in therapy after a traumatic experience, you’ve likely heard your therapist say something like, “Remember, trauma recovery isn’t…
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Interns in Therapy: Expanding Access Without Sacrificing Quality
Access to mental health care remains a critical issue for many people. Long waiting lists, limited schedules, and high fees make it hard for many…
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Therapy for Men Isn’t About Talking — It’s About Reclaiming Your Life
If you’ve ever told yourself, “I should be able to handle this,” you’re not alone. Many men grow up with messages that being strong means…
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What Narcissistic Abuse Really Does, And How Therapy Helps You Heal
Narcissistic abuse isn’t just about someone being arrogant or self-absorbed. It’s a pattern of emotional manipulation that slowly chips away at your sense of reality,…
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The Connection Between Anxiety and Chronic Uncertainty
Most people can tolerate a little uncertainty now and then — a delayed email, a surprise change of plans, a brief unknown. But when uncertainty…
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Processing Unmet Expectations at the End of the Year
December has a way of stirring up reflection — whether we’re ready or not. Social media starts buzzing with “year in review” highlights. People talk…
