Reflections: Clinical & Human
The depths of the human experience is endless. Here on our blog, our therapists explore and share their ideas around psychotherapy and what it means to be a human.
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Overcoming the Winter Blues: Navigating Post-Holiday Burnout and SAD
January 2, 2025The time after the holidays brings challenges, with shorter days that force us inside earlier, too little sunlight for even our indoor plants to stay upright, exhaustion from listening to family members scream about politics over dinner, and we’re all overwhelmed by the pressure of gift shopping and trying to enjoy the holidays on top of other life stressors. For those who already experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), this time of year can feel more overwhelming, spurring moments of sadness and irritability. By recognizing burnout, understanding SAD, and incorporating actionable self-care tips, you can take steps to overcome the winter blues!
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Navigating Sobriety in Social Settings: Building Confidence and Connection
December 23, 2024In social environments where drinking often feels like the norm, it’s easy to feel out of place, but it’s possible to navigate through these moments with confidence.
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Supporting a Partner with Family Stress During the Holidays
December 16, 2024As a couple there is a lot to navigate around the holidays between finances, family dynamics, and managing your usual day to day activities.
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Why Is Being a College Student So Stressful Right Now?
December 13, 2024The college years can be tricky to navigate, but there are ways to protect your mental health and thrive during this period.
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Body Image and Disordered Eating Around the Holidays: How to Cope
December 9, 2024Explore how to set boundaries, manage difficult conversations, and refocus on what is meaningful to you during a difficult time for managing distress around food and body image.
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Unwrapping Holiday Anxiety: Understanding Different Forms of Seasonal Stress
December 2, 2024While the holidays are often depicted as a time of joy, for many it can also be a season filled with heightened anxiety, stress, and emotional challenges.
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Gratitude Blog Post
November 20, 2024Explore the science behind how practicing gratitude can positively impact our lives and discuss practical ways to make it a daily habit.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) in Couples Therapy: Healing Relationships from Within
November 1, 2024Through IFS parts work, we are able to explore, and understand our internal feelings and motivations.
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How Employers Can Better Support Neurodiverse Individuals in the Workplace
October 24, 2024Explore how employers can foster a more inclusive workplace for neurodiverse individuals and ways to support the unique challenges and strengths of ND employees.
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How to Cope with Election Anxiety
October 18, 2024Explore why and how politics can contribute to increased stress and anxiety and how to cope during election season.
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