Work stress, when left untreated, can be all-consuming and completely overwhelming. So many of us are battling depression and anxiety because we don’t have the tools to manage stress from work. What are you supposed to do when you are experiencing work stress but you aren’t in a position to quit your job? Try these […]

Is your brain catastrophizing? Do you have a tendency to assume the worst-case scenario and believe things are much worse than they actually are? Do you notice your mind twisting information and turning it into a crisis? This can be a result of a traumatic event that reinforced negative beliefs about yourself and the world […]

Are you unsure of what kind of therapy is best for you? Are you wanting to take that leap and start your healing journey, but aren’t sure where to start? That is totally normal. It’s challenging to step out of your comfort zone and reach out for help. The good news is that the most […]

When you account for all the expenses, effort, and diligence required, going to therapy can seem like quite the herculean effort. Hercules, with all his strength, didn’t have to do it alone, and neither do you. Your journey was never meant to be traveled alone. It can be tempting to think that you don’t need […]

“To invent your own life’s meaning is not easy, but it’s still allowed, and I think you’ll be happier for the trouble” Bill Watterson I’m a person who likes to know. I like things to be wrapped up nicely. I get anxious when I can’t plan and know the ending. I’m the one who reads […]

Anxiety comes in waves that can crash upon your shore just as quickly as they recede into the horizon. It can muddle your perception, cloud your judgment, and interrupt even the most meticulous of plans. Bouts of anxiety can appear to come from nowhere, and it’s not always easy to recognize your triggers. We all […]

Do you ever feel overwhelmed  by anxiety? Is it difficult for you to stop the loop of negative thought patterns? This is a difficult spot to be in, and living with anxiety can be a major challenge that can impact many areas of your life. In order to manage your anxiety, you’ll need to have […]

Stressful situations are unfortunately a part of life and can come at any moment.  If our bodies didn’t have a stress response, humans would not have been able to survive this long–our ancestors were able to get away from a saber tooth tiger because the stress response triggered their adrenaline, allowing them to act quickly […]

Do you find that your anxiety is worse in the mornings? This is because your cortisol levels are higher in the morning, because your body uses this hormone to wake you up. It also has to do with low blood sugar. You haven’t eaten anything all night, and your body is in starvation mode and […]

Are you stuck in a cycle of self-criticism? Do you have constant negative, internal thoughts about yourself? Do you beat yourself up when you make mistakes? Having unrealistic expectations of yourself is a form of self-betrayal because you are setting yourself up for failure. This gets you stuck because you immediately cling to the idea […]