To get the best results from your therapy experience, you must feel comfortable with your provider. You want a therapist who can provide a safe space to share your most personal details. And, someone you respect as they make suggestions and guide you towards healing. …
Family—whether by blood, marriage, adoption, or any close relationship that is part of the foundation of your life—plays a monumental role in your physical and mental health. That is why it is crucial to work through challenging situations impacting those family relationships and dynamics. With…
Words have power, and the way we talk to and about ourselves can have a significant impact on our thoughts and behaviors. That’s where affirmations come in—repeating certain phrases to yourself can boost your self-esteem, reduce your stress, create a more positive mindset, motivate you…
You may have heard about the benefits of setting boundaries with family, friends, and coworkers—by communicating your needs and wants, you can boost your self-esteem, prioritize your mental and emotional health, and improve your overall well-being. In the long run, boundaries can also enhance the…
Rumination involves obsessively thinking about negative experiences and feelings. Some people replay events that occurred in the past, while others worry about situations that could potentially occur in the future. Rumination tends to have a snowball effect—certain mental health conditions (including generalized anxiety disorder and…
No one likes to feel uncomfortable, even if only for a short while. Being comfortable is a good feeling and breaking out of one’s comfort zone can be scary. But, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try every once in a while. Always staying in your…