Self-Care

The 2016 presidential election brought up a lot of strong emotion for people in the United States and around the world. For many, the outcome is disappointing. For some, there is a feeling ... Read More

Do you consider yourself a people pleaser? Do you find yourself saying “yes” to people only to regret it moments later? Do you tend to put others’ needs before your own? If you answered ... Read More

Stress has a way of upending our lives—it can cause tension in our relationships, anxiety in our thoughts, and tightness in our bodies. You may have a self-care practice in place, or ... Read More

I truly believe less is more. Themes of minimalism, getting rid of things that don’t provide “joy,” and living more simply are buzzing all around. I’m totally on board. Beyond all ... Read More

Good self-care is a rich package involving more than just getting enough sleep. Self-care involves taking care of yourself both within the context of your helping relationships and in your ... Read More

Ending a relationship can be incredibly difficult no matter how toxic it is. Part of this is for simple biological reasons, as some scientific studies have shown that being in love activates ... Read More

So much suffering comes from dwelling in a space that has already occurred (the past) or by worrying about what is to come (the future). Three little words, quite literally, are the answer ... Read More

On dozens of airplane trips, I have half-heard the flight attendant giving the safety demonstration say, “Put your oxygen mask on yourself first before putting it on your child.” ... Read More

People are drawn to the helping professions for many different reasons. They may feel a calling to assist in relieving others’ suffering and to help them heal from their emotional wounds. ... Read More

What does wellness look like to you? When you envision someone who is “well” and “healthy,” what comes to mind? What factors do you think influence wellness? The Substance Abuse ... Read More

In today’s busy society, where everyone is scrambling to find time for (fill-in-the-blank activity/ person), it can be challenging to carve out time that’s entirely for you. However, ... Read More

Among the MANY things I’m interested in learning about a person visiting my therapy room for the first time, there are three things I make sure to ask about: their sleep habits, their ... Read More