by Brendan | Dec 4, 2025 | trauma
The holidays are often a complex time for many people. On the one hand, there is a sense of joy in the air, while on the other hand, sorrow and grief because of either a loss or dysfunctional family dynamic.The following are some ways you can deal with family trauma...
by Brendan | Dec 1, 2025 | Anxiety, panic attacks, panic disorder
A sudden sensation of dread stops you in your tracks. Your heart races even though you’re standing still. Your breathing quickens. You may feel like you’re losing control or experiencing a medical emergency. The terror is all-encompassing. Panic attacks...
by Brendan | Nov 25, 2025 | stress
The holidays are right around the corner! And that means many of us will begin losing our minds, patience, and good cheer. Well, can you blame us? The holidays are one of the most stressful times of the year. Between shopping, decorating, and keeping your drunk aunt...
by Brendan | Nov 17, 2025 | family, mental health
Body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) disorders involve compulsive behaviors that go far beyond occasional fidgeting. Two of the most common BFRBs are: Dermatillomania – Repeated skin picking that causes sores, scabs, or scarring Trichotillomania –...
by Brendan | Nov 3, 2025 | couples, relationship problems, relationships, therapy
Too many people think couples therapy is only for relationships in crisis. In reality, working with a couples therapist provides benefits for relationships at any stage, such as strengthening communication, learning how to address conflicts, and deepening emotional...
by Brendan | Oct 22, 2025 | Family Therapy
How many times do we hear about senior citizens who move cross-country to be closer to children and grandchildren? Maybe this person will see their family on a daily or weekly basis. But then again, maybe it won’t be that often, and now they’ve given up their social...
by Brendan | Oct 20, 2025 | Anxiety, life transitions, stress, therapy
Life transitions, like career changes, moving to a new city, becoming a parent, or adjusting after divorce, are an inevitable part of growth. However, they often come with stress and uncertainty. Sometimes it becomes so overwhelming that we need to rely on a little...
by Brendan | Oct 8, 2025 | Trauma / PTSD
No one is ever prepared for a tragedy. In fact, most of us go through our lives believing that tragedies happen to other people.When people do experience a distressing or life-threatening event, such as a car accident, natural disaster, or terrorist attack, they often...
by Brendan | Oct 6, 2025 | holistic, mindfulness, therapy, wellness
If you’ve been researching therapists and their approaches, you may have come across the term “holistic.” It’s possible you dismissed those providers immediately, having an image in your head of someone wafting essential oils in the direction of a patient and asking...
by Brendan | Oct 1, 2025 | friendship, relationships
The importance of having positive friendships in your life cannot be overstated. Healthy friendships can help you feel happier and more self-confident, reduce your stress levels, and prevent you from feeling lonely or isolated. When times are good, friends can help...
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