It’s alright to have wants and needs.  This is something that many people forget about, thinking that they are doing something wrong if they need something. Or, they’re just afraid to ask for things, feeling like they’re not worthy to receive. One thing that many couples talk about in therapy is not feeling heard or […]

We’ve all been in a situation where we didn’t feel understood. And that’s okay. But when someone starts saying statements like, “It’s not as bad as you’re making it,” or “It’s not that big of a deal,” we can feel even more upset and unheard. It’s as though the other person is saying your feelings […]

Are you feeling like someone is stepping on your toes? Or do you feel like you struggle to find a solid line between yourself and others? If you answered “YES” to either of these questions, you likely need to start thinking about setting a few healthy boundaries for yourself. These boundaries are essential for ensuring […]

Imagine you're in a work meeting, and a colleague has just presented a project they've been working on for weeks. Everyone seems impressed, but you see a significant flaw that could undermine the project's success.  Eager to help, you immediately point out the issue, emphasizing how it could derail the project and suggesting a complete […]

As we navigate life's challenges, we often encounter moments that test our resilience and shape our journey (and even who we are). Grief is a commonality we all face at one point in time or another. But grief comes in all shapes and forms. It’s not solely exclusive to the death of a loved one. […]

Divorce can be one of the most challenging emotional upheavals that occurs in an adult’s life. Regardless of how long you’ve been married or the reason for the divorce, the reality is that it just hurts. And, it takes time to process the myriad of emotions and adapt to life after divorce. The time frame […]

In this era of self-development and self-elevation, it is easy to focus on ourselves and ignore everyone around us. In some instances, we might even treat everyone else as competition.  Many of us are stuck in a hamster wheel, and every day we are chasing perfection and improvement. Consequently, we fail to realize that as […]

Usually when we talk about red flags, it is in relation to intimate relationships. But in reality, red flags can potentially exist in all the various relationships we have. If you’re anything like me, friendships are a big part of who you are, and it is important that we surround ourselves with people who create […]

Raising a sensitive child can be both a wonderful and challenging journey. Each child is different, with their own feelings and needs. But when a child is especially sensitive, it takes special care from parents like you to help them grow up happy and healthy. As someone who has raised several sensitive children, I’ve gotten […]