Written by Alicia Murray. There are moments in life when productivity feels elusive — a day, a week, even a season where nothing seems to get done in the way you’re used to. You might find yourself staring at your to‑do list with a knot in your chest, feeling guilty or ashamed that you’re “not […]
Grief
The Value of Therapy Interns: Quality Support That’s Cost‑Effective
In today’s mental health landscape, one challenge many people face is access — both in terms of availability and cost. Therapy interns represent a thoughtful, ethical way to expand that access without compromising quality. If you’ve ever hesitated about seeing an intern therapist, this post will help you understand why this is a valuable option […]
The 30s Reckoning: Why Success Doesn’t Look Like the Picture You Were Sold
You hit thirty, and somewhere in the back of your mind, you expected things to click into place. You’d feel like a real adult. You’d have the career, the relationship, the home, the confidence. You’d look at your life and feel satisfied with how it’s all turned out. Instead, you might feel confused. Maybe you […]
Aging Parents, Young Kids, Demanding Career: Navigating the Sandwich Generation
You’re on a work call when your dad’s assisted living facility calls on the other line. Your toddler needs to be picked up from daycare in forty-five minutes. Your teenager needs help with college applications tonight. Your mother’s doctor appointment was rescheduled—again—and you’re the only one who can take her. Your boss needs that report […]
My Partner Won’t Go to Therapy: How to Navigate Individual Growth in Relationships
You’ve been going to therapy. Maybe for months, maybe for years. You’re doing the work—examining patterns, processing emotions, developing new coping skills, challenging old beliefs. You’re growing, changing, becoming more self-aware. And your partner isn’t. Maybe they think therapy is unnecessary, self-indulgent, or “just complaining to someone for money.” Maybe they’re uncomfortable with the vulnerability […]
AI Friends, Chatbots, and Therapy: A Mental Health Professional’s Take on Digital Companionship
Something new is happening in the landscape of human connection, and as a therapist, I’m paying attention. People are forming relationships with AI. Not in a distant, science-fiction way—but right now, on their phones. They’re texting AI companions about their day, seeking advice from chatbots, and in some cases, developing what feels like genuine emotional […]
Growing Together: A Guide to Navigating Life’s Big Transitions as a Couple
When Change Comes Knocking: Supporting Your Relationship Through Life Transitions Change is inevitable in any relationship, but it’s how couples navigate these transitions together that often determines their long-term resilience and connection. Whether you’re facing a career change, becoming parents, moving to a new city, or dealing with health challenges, major life transitions can either […]
Being a Parent and Entrenched in Grief. Now what?
Losing a child is one of the most devastating experiences a parent can face. The grief that follows can be overwhelming, affecting every aspect of life and leading to profound anxiety, depression, and trauma. While the journey through grief is deeply personal, there are strategies and resources that can help you navigate this difficult path. […]
Find Motivation When You Feel Like You Have Nothing to Give
Motivation can be elusive, especially during times when we feel drained and depleted. Whether it’s due to a demanding job, personal struggles, or simply the grind of daily life, finding the energy to stay motivated can seem like an insurmountable task. However, regaining that spark isn’t impossible. By understanding the underlying causes of your fatigue […]
What You Need to Know About Grief
Grief is a sentiment that can take many years to subside. Grief can be triggered by the upcoming holidays, anniversaries, birthdays and other significant dates. Grief is an emotion that one feels after the recent death/loss of someone they care about. Grief can be a complex emotion depending on the level of the relationship. Most […]
Compassion Burnout
Ever feel like you are tired of caring? You spent so much time providing time, effort, kindness and support to others that you feel like it’s never enough. Well, you are probably wondering what compassion fatigue is? Compassion fatigue is characterized by physical and emotional exhaustion and a profound decrease in the ability to empathize […]
Continued Impacts of COVID-19
It’s 2023 And we are slowly recovering from the Covid 19 pandemic. Since the pandemic, new advances in medicine and technology have been made. Covid 19 affected the population’s livelihood, mental health and access to valuable resources like medical services. Millions of Americans were afraid and anxious due to the Country’s lockdown decree. The Pew […]
Some Good-Byes Set Us Free
Saying goodbye Saying goodbye to someone or something is sad, whether it’s a temporary goodbye or a forever goodbye. Healthy Goodbyes Help Us Move On One of the surest ways to become stuck in a new season is to be unintentional about moving on from an unhealthy relationship, toxic friendship, or terrible job. Everyone handles […]
Seeing the Light at the End of the Tunnel
When you’re experiencing a difficult situation, it’s normal to feel lost or hopeless, like nothing will ever go right ever again. Maybe a major relationship ended, you suffered a loss, or you feel lonely. It can be tough to find the light when everything seems wrong, but nothing lasts forever and this too shall pass. […]
When We Die, Life Still Happens
I feared my entire life of dying. Fear of leaving this Earth, and leaving behind my daughters, my sisters, my family and MY LIFE. I feared leaving my environment, not being able to travel and hanging out with friends. I suffered from severe anxiety, but not knowing I had it made it worse. When a […]
