Conflict or Concord?
by Eleni Clavijo Adamopoulos, MA, LPC, Reiki Master Conflict is an interesting concept in that it is something we usually try to avoid at...
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Oct 153 min read
Learning Consent through Consent F.R.I.E.S.
By Katrina Ramirez, MA, LPC When talking to others about non consensual experiences, it isn’t uncommon to hear self-blame. “Well, maybe I...
Oct 82 min read
Growing, Changing, and Thriving Like Plants
by Laura Nalin, MA, LPC, CADC We as humans can find inspiration in the most unexpected places. Amidst the hustle of human life, if we...
Oct 12 min read
Enhancing Relationships: The Transformative Power of DBT's Interpersonal Effectiveness Skill, GIVE
by Izzy Brown, MA, LPC, R-DMT In the realm of interpersonal relationships, effective communication lays the foundation for connection and...
Sep 232 min read
Unapologetically Setting Boundaries
by Eleni Clavijo Adamopoulos, MA, LPC, Reiki Master The word boundaries seems to come up a LOT in sessions with my clients and I can also...
Aug 112 min read
Does Rumination Make Me Feel Better?
Rumination as a concept has slowly grown into a colloquial term. An evolving culture emphasizes conversations about mental health and...
Feb 122 min read
Regulating Your Emotions and Using Them as Your Superpower
by Eleni Clavijo Adamopoulos There is an innate superpower we all embody and easing into this knowing will allow seamless emotional...
Feb 73 min read
Nurturing Resolutions: Befriending Your Future Self and Embracing Nature's Wisdom
by Laura Nalin, LPC, CADC As the New Year unfolds, people typically embark on the journey of self-improvement, dreaming of resolutions...
Dec 27, 20233 min read
Using SMART Goals to Help Achieve Your New Year’s Intentions
by Lindsay Warriner, MA, P-LPC, P-CST Self-growth is a beautiful, and sometimes daunting, endeavor. The New Year is a popular time when...
Dec 19, 20232 min read
Easing Financial Guilt around the Holidays
by Izzy Brown, MA, LPC, R-DMT As the holiday season approaches, the joy and festivities often come hand in hand with the stress of...
Dec 14, 20233 min read
How Therapy Can Help You Revise Your Story
by Kayla Harlan, MSW, P-LSW, P-CADC The concept of self-love is a mainstay in our society but for many, it can feel a little confusing or...
Dec 8, 20232 min read
The Crucial Role of Community in Sobriety
by Laura Nalin, MA, LPC, CADC “The opposite of addiction is not sobriety. The opposite of addiction is connection." — Johann Hari The...
Nov 30, 20232 min read
Living a Fulfilling Life: Integrating Core Values into your Daily Routine
by Izzy Brown, MA, LPC, R-DMT Core values are the fundamental principles that reflect what is most important to us. They represent our...
Nov 25, 20232 min read
The Truth About Judgments
by Lindsay Warriner, MA, P-LPC, P-CST Many of us would like to think of ourselves as non-judgmental people. We arrive at this mindset...
Nov 16, 20233 min read
Navigating Life's Crossroads: Using DBT's Wise Mind to Make Decisions
by Laura Nalin, MA, LPC, CADC Life is a journey filled with countless decisions, both big and small. From choosing a career path to...
Nov 1, 20232 min read
Letting Go of Perfectionism
by Izzy Brown, MA, R-DMT, LPC Perfectionism, the relentless pursuit of flawlessness and setting unrealistically high standards, can be a...
Oct 23, 20233 min read
Bringing Summer's Glow into Winter: Nurturing Our Mental Well-being
by Laura Nalin, MA, LPC, CADC As the seasons change, so too can our mental well-being. Many of us experience a boost in mood and overall...
Oct 12, 20232 min read
Breaking Free from All-or-None Thinking
by Izzy Brown, MA, LPC, R-DMT All-or-none thinking, also known as black and white thinking or dichotomous thinking, is a cognitive...
Oct 6, 20233 min read
10 Takeaways from "Good Morning, I Love You" for a Journey of Self-Love
by Laura Nalin, MA, P-LPC, CADC In a world that often emphasizes achievement, comparison, and external validation, the concept of...
Sep 28, 20232 min read
Why Breathwork is Essential for your Well-Being
by Izzy Brown, MA, LPC, R-DMT Breathwork is a powerful and transformative tool us humans can utilize to center ourselves and promote...
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