Stress Unmasked: Decoding Your Response Blueprint
As a mental health therapist, I've worked with individuals from various walks of life, each navigating their own unique set of challenges. One common thread that binds many of these experiences is stress. Stress is an inherent aspect of the human condition,…
EMDR FAQs – Clarifying some Commonly Asked Questions
By Meredith Reinbold, MSW, LCSW
Whether you're a seasoned therapy veteran or dipping your toes into counseling for the first time, chances are you've stumbled upon whispers of EMDR from friends, family, or perhaps the depths of the internet.
Embarking…
Self-Love Day
For many of us, Valentine's Day can bring up a lot of complex emotions. The historical focus has primarily been on romantic love, and while expressing love through flowers, cards, and chocolate is delightful, why not extend some of that love to ourselves?…
Navigating Family Holidays: A Therapist’s Guide to Finding Peace Amidst Difficult Family Dynamics
As the holiday season approaches, the air is filled with the promise of warmth, joy, and togetherness. Yet, for many, the prospect of family gatherings can evoke a myriad of emotions, ranging from excitement to apprehension. The holidays have a unique…
How to Be an Ally in Mental Health during Pride Month
Pride can be defined as a pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's achievements. Gay Pride has become a term and movement used to celebrate the identity, individualism, and culture of the members of the LGBTQI+ community since the late ’60s. This…
Exploring Emotions Through Imagery: The Power of Externalizing
By: Eileen Stamato, MA, LAC, ATR-BC
“If you hear a voice within you say ‘you cannot paint,’ then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced” -Vincent Van Gogh
Have you ever searched for the right words and never been able…
Decluttering the Past: The Life Changing Magic of EMDR
By the time a client shows up in my office for EMDR, they’re usually pretty experienced with traditional talk therapy. Curious about trying something new, “I heard this could help,” is the phrase I hear most often. But even with an eagerness to…
Understanding & Befriending Eating Disorders: An IFS Perspective
By Amanda Leone, MSW, LSW
Eating disorders are typically treated with a medical focus on stabilizing the body and clinically focusing on behaviors and intrusive thoughts. However, only focusing on medical consequences and intrusive thoughts can create…
Dating After Divorce: A Therapist’s Perspective
By: Lara Farrokh, MSW, LCSW
Full Disclosure: This writer has never been divorced. But I truly love working with people who are experiencing divorce especially those identifying as women. Please also note, I write this from what I have learned working…