The Blog

Window of Tolerance: Hyper-arousal

January 7, 2021

Not too long ago, I wrote about the Window of Tolerance. The Window of Tolerance is...

[VIDEO] Dating in COVID with Therapist Pamela Larkin

October 30, 2020

Has love been thwarted by COVID? Thankfully no! Pamela Larkin, a therapist at Optimum Joy, loves...

Galentine’s and Valentine’s Day

February 11, 2020

This week we are celebrating relationships where our needs for companionship, intimacy, and love are met....

How Our Family Dysfunction Impacts Our Work

July 29, 2019

We’re often told to leave our “personal lives” at home and put on our “work” selves....

African-American Views on Counseling

January 18, 2019

Ever since my time in grad school I’ve wondered what keeps African Americans from seeking counseling...

Making New Friends

January 8, 2019

Having relationships is something that most long for. During this time of year, many of us...

Resolutions: Planning From Your Strengths

January 3, 2019

The year 2018 has just closed. Many that I’ve spoken to were ready to have this...

Holiday Blues & How to Manage Them

December 3, 2018

The holidays can cause a great deal of distress for many, so let’s explore how to...

Dangerously Tired

November 7, 2018

Have you ever found yourself enjoying a McDonalds breakfast sandwich when all the sudden you started...