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Strategies to Manage Symptoms of Depression

Living with depression can be incredibly challenging, but there are effective strategies that can make a significant difference in managing its symptoms. First, establishing a routine can provide stability and a sense of control, which can be helpful with...

How to Support Emotional Regulation in Your Teens

What is emotional regulation you might ask? Emotional regulation is the “ability to exert control over one’s own emotional state.” It is quite common for teens to struggle with emotional dysregulation due to the flood of hormones rushing through...

Sober Curious Summer

Summer is officially upon us. The temperature is rising, kids are out of school, and we are spending more time outdoors. Whether it’s poolside snacks, barbeques, or picnics, people love any excuse to get together with friends for food...

The Importance of Community

One of the first things I ask a new client when we meet is “tell me about your support system”. Understanding how connected someone is to a community of support gives me a lot of information about their mental...

Conquering Depression: A Comprehensive Guide to Relieving Symptoms

Depression is a complex and challenging condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Research shows that the best way to treat depression is through medication and talk therapy. On top of that there are several self- care strategies that...

Thriving Through Seasons: Navigating Emotions and Goals at Work

As winter blooms into spring, and spring turns to summer, the world awakens with vibrant energy and numerous possibilities. Beyond the chirping birds and blooming flowers lies a business landscape ripe for growth. As a former sales and marketing...

How EMDR Can Help People Overcome Trauma

Over the past 20 years, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy has gained increased recognition as an effective treatment for individuals grappling with the debilitating effects of trauma. Developed in the late 1980s by psychologist Francine Shapiro, EMDR...

Embracing Connection: A Guide to Overcoming Holiday Loneliness

The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, warmth, and togetherness. However, for many, it can also be a period of intense loneliness. Whether you’re physically distant from loved ones, coping with loss, or simply feeling...

Excuses, Excuses: How to Move from Defensiveness to Understanding in Relationships

Fred: “What’s the big deal, anyway? Why do we have to keep rehashing this? Just let it go!” Joan: “No! I can’t just let it go. You hurt me and all you do is keep making excuses!” Fred: “But...

3 Steps to Help Kids Overcome Anxiety