Oct 27, 2025
For many, the holidays are painted as a time of warmth, connection, and homecoming. But for those who experienced trauma or distressing events within their family, this season can stir up something very different. The idea of “going home” can feel like stepping back...
Oct 10, 2025
In 12-step programs there is a lot of talk this time of year about the “Bermuda Triangle”- Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. The Bermuda Triangle, also known as the Devil’s Triangle, holds a mystical legend of people getting lost and disappearing. The triad of...
Sep 9, 2025
So many of us have been taught—quietly, subtly, and sometimes outright, that the highest compliment we can earn is to be good. Good daughter. Good partner. Good employee. Good mother. Good = quiet, easy, accommodating, likable. Elise Loehnen, in her powerful book “On...
Jul 29, 2025
As a therapist who works closely with teens and families, one of the most common questions I hear from parents is: “How do I talk to my teen about therapy without making them shut down or get defensive?” It’s a tough spot to be in. You see your child struggling,...
May 21, 2025
If you’re in the process of healing from OCD, you’re already doing incredibly hard and brave work. Facing fears, resisting compulsions, and sitting with discomfort day after day is no small task and it deserves to be honored. But before we talk about what happens...
