Involuntary childlessness, as the term suggests, is when an individual or couple is unable to have children—despite the desire to do so. Across the United States, millions of people suffer through involuntary childlessness every year. Therapy for involuntary childlessness can help. Through therapy, you can move beyond the emotional pain of involuntary childlessness and either explore solutions or come to … Read More
First Responder Therapy: Helping Heroes Through Trauma
First responders have difficult jobs. Police officers regularly face intense, life-threatening scenarios. Firefighters risk their lives every time they run into a burning building. And paramedics provide emergency care in even the most gruesome scenarios. With so many stressful hazards thrown into a single shift, many of these individuals inquire about first responder therapy. And that’s a good thing. Mental, … Read More
Therapy For Teachers: Ins and Outs of Counseling for Educators
It takes a special type of person to work in education. You have to be smart, articulate, in touch with pop culture, have a passion for working with kids, and love learning. Unfortunately, we’re seeing more and more educators—the people who help shape and raise the next generation of adults—entering therapy for teachers. The mental health of teachers across the … Read More
What Is EMDR Therapy?
Many of us have painful memories that seem to haunt us throughout the day. These moments from the past creep into our psyche, and they interfere with our moods, our relationships, and even our careers. Obviously, we’re big believers in therapy, but we’re especially excited about EMDR therapy, a powerful form of therapy that “rewires” the way our brain accesses … Read More
Understanding Postpartum Depression In Men
Although having a baby is typically a time for celebration, raising a child is never easy. Even though there’s joy in watching your child laugh, saying their first words, or taking their first steps, many new parents struggle with mental health. In fact, research shows about 10% of fathers suffer from postpartum depression, an affliction that’s sometimes referred to as … Read More
Teen Therapy: What You Should Know
Teen therapy is a critical service for young people all over the country. Although the teenage years are filled with new opportunities and budding freedom, they’re also a time of new anxieties, stress, and emotional and mental development both in and outside of the classroom. For many, that means it’s a challenging period. In fact, the World Health Organization estimates … Read More
6 Tips for Postpartum Depression Self Care
Postpartum depression is a common affliction that affects nearly one in seven people after giving birth, research shows. And even more new parents experience the “baby blues,” a period in which the huge hormonal shifts and life changes inside of a couple weeks can create intense sadness and mood swings despite the joys of having a new baby. Some cases … Read More
What is Postpartum Depression?
As a therapist working with expectant and new moms over the last 15 years, I have seen many women who struggle with mood changes after having a baby. What’s normal vs what isn’t? Within the first 48 hours following delivery, estrogen and progesterone concentrations plummet. These gonadal steroids regulate neurotransmitters in the brain responsible for mood. Between 50-85% of women … Read More
What is DBT?
What is DBT? Dialectical Behavior Therapy is an adaptive form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT focuses on how thinking distortions can lead to emotionally charged reactions, and how to recognize those distortions and reframe them appropriately. DBT differs from CBT in that it is used to heighten an individual’s self-awareness, self-acceptance, and emotional regulation. It is also useful in identifying … Read More
Why Can’t I Seem to “Get Over” My Grief?
Grief is a big concept. It’s a difficult concept. It’s something that most people don’t know how to handle, whether they are experiencing grief themselves or witnessing a loved one experience grief. Grief can last a lifetime; typically, grieving individuals receive support from loved ones for the first few months after the death but are then expected to “move on.” … Read More