
When Growing Up Feels Overwhelming: How Therapy Helps Young Adults Navigate Anxiety, Change, and Big Decisions.
Growing Up Isn’t Just Hard—It’s Emotional
There’s this idea that growing up means finally having freedom. No more curfews. You can make your own decisions. Build your own life. Choose your own path.
And sometimes, that freedom does feel exciting.
But…

24 Ways to Combat Seasonal Mood Changes
By Julie Young, MS
As autumn approaches, a noticeable transformation sweeps through the world around us. The days gradually shrink, casting longer shadows in the early mornings and evenings. The once warm and vibrant atmosphere gives way to a crisper…

Why I Stopped Talking about Weight
By: Lara Farrokh, MSW, LCSW
Trigger Warning: Weight, Body Image, Disordered Eating, Body Dysmorphia, emotionally difficult material, sexual harassment
I want to preface this by saying: we have all done it. We have all made negative comments about…

Creating a Mantra to help ease anxiety and stress
When I am working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress or are trying to reframe perfectionism, I often recommend several strategies, one of which is creating a personal mantra.
This is a technique that can be used by anyone in all sorts…

Anxiety And The Worry-Go-Round
Anxiety and worry go hand in hand like hot fudge on an ice cream sundae. If you are a chronic worrier or perpetual overthinker, then chances are you have experienced the joys of the worry-go-round that is an anxious mind. You know what I’m talking about,…

Simple Self-Care for Moms with Anxiety
Having anxiety when you’re a mom can be really frustrating. Anxiety gets in the way of having fun with your kids, a good night’s sleep, your relationships, and your overall well-being. On a good day, anxiety is a nuisance, an uninvited friend. On…