Self-Concept

As we celebrate Pride month, I am alarmed, angry, and saddened by the surge of anti-LGBTQ legislation that has emerged across the United States. This is a crucial moment for expressing ... Read More

Most of us have been hurt by others several times. And, of course, this comes with a lot of pain, anger, and sadness. And then, being full of negative and painful feelings, we feel the ... Read More

From: Michelle Ilyayev, LMHC  Whether you’re frustrated by a coworker, friend, or family member, narcissism is often thrown around as an explanation. But it can do more harm than ... Read More

I have anxiety, chronic depression, and excoriation disorder – I’m also a master’s level psychotherapist with my own private practice. My life story and diagnosed mental disorders ... Read More

When life throws you difficult or distressing situations, it can be hard to know how to navigate them. Let’s look at coping skills for your daily life. One of our most powerful coping ... Read More

Gaslighting emotional abuse in which an abuser manipulates the victim into believing their thoughts, feelings, and perceptions are invalid. This manipulation leads to a deep mistrust, lowered ... Read More

Today we talk about something so simple but so powerful…gratitude. The word gratitude is thrown around a lot, especially around Thanksgiving and the holidays. But, this is a practice ... Read More

How to Stop Anxiety from Destroying Relationships There is an abundance of information about how anxiety impacts our health—mentally, emotionally, and physically.  Anxiety can cause ... Read More

Seek a Therapist BEFORE You Experience a Meltdown Just the way you don’t have to be ready for the ER to schedule a check up, you also don’t have to be in the midst of a meltdown or ... Read More

Real Love and Social Media Are you spending more time on your mobile device than the time you spend actually interacting with your partner or your spouse? Has your relationship taken a ... Read More

Is it Time to See a Therapist? Probably! It’s time to see a therapist. Psychotherapy, talk or talking therapy, counseling, or simply therapy — no matter the name it’s known by, ... Read More

Take a Work From Home Mental Health Pause Whether you’ve been working from home throughout the pandemic or returned to the office only to be sent home once again, now is the perfect ... Read More