Posted: February 16, 2023
“Am I ready for a relationship?” Before you couple up, consider the following questions. 1. Do I have time for a relationship? Maybe you’re starting a new job. Perhaps your kids are in a busy season. Think about your schedule and which blocks could be…
Posted: February 9, 2023
*This is not medical advice. Seek help from a qualified professional. If you are feeling unsafe call 911 or 211. Nothing. There is nothing wrong with you. (Take a breath and let that sink in.) You did not cause your spouse to roam. Even if…
Posted: December 2, 2022
Often I hear from clients: “I usually feel down during this time of year.” I get it. Holidays can be reminders of our pain. Our loneliness. Our failures. But the holidays don’t HAVE TO BE the trigger for depression. Could they be a reminder to…
Posted: November 7, 2022
If you have had a panic attack, you know it is like nothing else you’ve experienced. You may feel your heart pounding, palms sweating, a sense of doom, an urge to flee, gut pain, disassociation, brain fog, narrowed sight, and/or restlessness. They’re no fun. At…
Posted: August 26, 2022
*This blog post is not medical advice and is not peer-reviewed. It is my opinion. Please see your medical professional for assistance. “Should I leave my husband?” my client asks. I pause. Take a breath. “What’s going on? Tell me more,” I say. “No, Jackie. You…
Posted: June 29, 2022
Anxiety can put us in a loop of worry that gets us nowhere. Here are three tips to try today to manage your anxiety. 1. Read a story. Your brain is likely to consider characters’ perspectives. You may be distracted from your worry and look…