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Does Success Still Feel Empty? Signs You’re Functioning Through Depression
High-functioning depression can be hard to spot — especially when you're the one who's always “fine.” This blog explores how success, perfectionism, and overachievement can mask deep emotional fatigue. If you’re tired of performing your way through pain, this is for you.

Brittney Austin, AMFT
May 212 min read


Healing from the ‘Strong Friend’ Identity: You’re Allowed to Be Soft
Being the “strong friend” often means you're the one who holds everyone else together — but who holds you? This blog explores the emotional toll of constantly showing up for others while denying your own needs. You’ll learn how healing starts with giving yourself permission to rest, release, and be held.

Brittney Austin, AMFT
May 162 min read


The Digital Age: What is the Best Way to Communicate with Your Partner?
In today's fast-paced world, the way we talk to our partners has changed a lot. With so many options available—like texting, phone calls, video chats, and face-to-face talks—it's crucial to figure out the best way to communicate.

Natalie Herriott, AMFT, APCC
May 164 min read


The Hidden Struggle: What Postpartum Anxiety Looks Like
An introduction to postpartum anxiety

Linda Meier Abdelsayed, LMFT
May 143 min read


Navigating Fear and Anxiety as an Immigrant in the U.S.
Living with uncertainty about immigration status can create constant anxiety and fear, but there are ways to manage these emotions. By focusing on what you can control, limiting news consumption, and building a supportive network, you can reduce stress and regain a sense of peace. Therapy can offer a safe space to process these feelings, develop coping strategies, and support your mental health during these challenging times.

Brittney Austin, AMFT
May 93 min read


The Importance of Self-Care for Healthcare Workers
An introduction to self-care for healthcare workers.

Linda Meier Abdelsayed, LMFT
May 75 min read


Navigating Toxic Friendships: Strategies for Personal Growth and Resilience
Toxic friendships can be some of the most difficult relationships to deal with. You may want to change the other person, but the truth is you can only control your reactions and responses.

Natalie Herriott, AMFT, APCC
May 64 min read


Coping with Microaggressions in Everyday Life
Microaggressions, though often subtle, can have a profound impact on our mental and emotional health. These small, seemingly innocent...

Brittney Austin, AMFT
May 53 min read


Let's Talk About Sex, Baby
Talking openly and honestly with your partner is crucial for building intimacy and ensuring satisfaction in your relationship.

Natalie Herriott, AMFT, APCC
Apr 293 min read


Unveiling the Silent Struggle: Understanding and Addressing Healthcare Worker Compassion Fatigue
An introduction to compassion fatigue.

Linda Meier Abdelsayed, LMFT
Apr 284 min read


When Love Feels Like Whiplash: Navigating Relationships with Borderline or Bipolar Parents
This blog explores the emotional experience of growing up with a parent who may have lived with Borderline Personality Disorder or Bipolar Disorder. It breaks down the key differences between the two diagnoses while centering the impact on Black and Brown children who often had to grow up fast in emotionally unstable environments. Readers will learn how these dynamics show up in adulthood and get practical tools to begin healing.

Brittney Austin, AMFT
Apr 244 min read


Grieving the Childhood You Never Had: Navigating Healing and Self-Compassion
Many Black and Brown millennials and older Gen Z adults are carrying the weight of a childhood they never got to fully experience. This blog explores what it means to grieve not having the parents you needed, being adultified too soon, or growing up in survival mode. It also offers gentle, affirming ways to begin healing and reclaiming the joy you deserved.

Brittney Austin, AMFT
Apr 233 min read


The Next Chapter: What Happens After Your Initial Concerns Are Addressed in Therapy?
How to continue making therapeutic progress, even after your initial concern has become more manageable.

Natalie Herriott, AMFT, APCC
Apr 223 min read


5 Signs You’re Experiencing Vicarious Trauma as a Healthcare Worker
A quick introduction to Vicarious Trauma in healthcare workers.

Linda Meier Abdelsayed, LMFT
Apr 193 min read


They Cheated, Now What? How Young Adults Can Overcome Shame and Rebuild After Infidelity
Supporting young adults who are working through experiences of infidelity.

Brittney Austin, AMFT
Apr 184 min read


Confronting Anxieties: Overcoming Fear of Abandonment & Navigating Tough Conversations in Romantic Relationships
A brief guide to confronting anxiety, healing abandonment wounds, and navigating difficult conversations in romantic relationships.

Brittney Austin, AMFT
Apr 174 min read


Uncovering the Truth: Dispelling Misconceptions About Medication for Depression and Anxiety in Black and Brown Communities
Mental health is a vital part of our overall well-being, yet for many in Black and Brown communities, seeking help for issues like...

Brittney Austin, AMFT
Apr 164 min read


Improving Communication in Couples Therapy: The Impact of Effective Listening and Support
In a world that often moves too fast for meaningful connection, effective communication is vital, especially for couples.

Natalie Herriott, AMFT, APCC
Apr 154 min read


Surviving Spring Break: How Working Moms Can Keep Their Cool with Kids at Home
Spring break can be a whirlwind of excitement for kids and a source of stress for working moms. As your little ones toss aside their...

Linda Meier Abdelsayed, LMFT
Apr 144 min read


Postpartum Anxiety vs. Depression: How to Know the Difference
How to know the difference between postpartum anxiety and depression.

Linda Meier Abdelsayed, LMFT
Apr 142 min read
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