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Values in our Lives
Written by therapist Fallyn LaraThe word “identity” can be a daunting one for us to define. This may have been defined by what our parents told us to be, societal standards, our job, our education status, or so many different things. What if a piece of our identity is...
When Anxiety Strikes
Written by therapist Melissa Del CarmenThis past year has presented many situations and interactions that have allowed me to learn more about myself. As a result of the pandemic and personal life transitions that have occurred, I’ve gradually noticed how the anxiety I...
Contemplative Prayer meets the Enneagram: Spiritual Insight from the Contemplative Faith Tradition
Written by therapist Amanda BrandimoreThis post is based on the enneagram, which can be difficult to understand for anyone without a prior introduction to it. If you’re familiar, great! I’m so glad you’re here. You can skip the first paragraph to get right to the...
Managing Anxiety During the Back-To-School Season
Written by therapist Pete MarlowThe store shelves have been filled up for a while with school supplies and the ads are all over promoting back-to-school season. I was never a fan of the schooling part of my undergrad experience, so this time never, “sparked joy,” for...
Speaking the Right Language
Written by therapist Roslyn JordanA primary key factor to sustaining healthy relationships is being able to appropriately express love and care and being willing to extend and receive forgiveness. In his New York Times bestselling book, The Five Love Languages and...
Setting Boundaries with Others
Written by therapist Bria McCalpinBoundaries are about understanding your limits and they have a lot to do with self-awareness and understanding. Everyone has their own list of boundaries, whether we are conscious of them or not. This could be feeling anxious when...
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