Uncharted Territory

If you are a parent, there is nothing more complex than navigating your family work schedules and the kids’ summer schedules. I’ve heard someone refer to the summer as their personal Olympic Decathlon of managing their work calendars, their kids schedules, and trying to find a moment to relax for themselves. For those who are […]

Today we are going to explore the question: “What is Mindfulness?” Before you read any more of this blog, take a look around you. What do you notice? Without moving from where you are, what do you see? Can you see the sky out of a window? Or maybe there’s a pen or a book […]

Is my teen ready to be a college student? In our area of Georgia, the desire for students to get into amazing colleges is something that is at the top of parent’s minds. Parents choosing “the right school zone” to get their kids registered in a great elementary, middle, and high school district and zone […]

Do I need a new office chair to help the pain in my neck? I’m working really hard to meet the deadline on a project that will be very helpful to my business. The outcome of working a few extra hours a week is going to pay off when I finish this project. Every few […]

Recently we have been discussing the connection between our gut and our brain. Today we want to discuss a common question from our clients: Why does my stomach hurt in the morning? Do you avoid eating in the morning because your stomach might get upset? If so, you are not alone. Anxiety Might be One […]

Trauma profoundly affects millions of people each year, shaping mental health in complex ways. This is where Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) steps in. Developed by Dr. Diana Fosha in the late 1990s, AEDP is a relatively new psychotherapeutic approach designed to foster recovery from trauma by transforming emotional suffering into a journey of self-discovery […]

This week, the US Surgeon General proposed to congress to plead for Warning Labels on the Social Media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, TikTock, and X.

In recent years, the connection between mental health and physical well-being has become increasingly apparent and is becoming socially acceptable to discuss at home and with our doctors. One area where this relationship is particularly evident is in gut health. The gut-brain axis, a bidirectional communication system between the gut and the brain, plays a […]

ave you ever thought about how closely our mental health and digestive system are connected? For those struggling with stress, anxiety, or other mental health issues, this connection can show up as physical symptoms that complicate overall wellness.

The core principles of the 12 Steps can offer profound benefits well beyond the sphere of substance recovery. Whether you’re struggling with addiction, looking for personal growth, or simply seeking a more fulfilled life, the 12 Steps can offer valuable guidance.

Raise your hand if you know a teen girl that could use some help in managing the stress and anxiety that comes with schoolwork these days.  Or maybe you have a daughter or granddaughter that struggles with body image… or could use some help with developing healthier relationships (aka the non-social media only type).

Building intimacy in a relationship involves enhancing emotional closeness, understanding, and connection. Here are five ways a couple can build intimacy based on Sternberg’s theory:

Portrayal in AEDP is a powerful therapeutic tool that brings to light deep emotional insights and fosters accelerated healing

We can never completely rid ourselves of negative emotions. They are a constant in life. And that may sound like bad news. But in reality, learning how to experience emotions when they come is the best way to reduce their negative effects on our lives.

The Change Triangle does not only help in understanding one’s emotional landscape but also promotes emotional health by teaching skills to better manage and respond to feelings.

Yet, when life is hard, there is an opportunity for growth, resilience, and transformation.

How we prevent burnout for ourselves and our teams is just as important as the building blocks of a healthy life: diet, sleep, and exercise. Developing and maintaining our mental health and relational health is essential if we want to be healthy and prevent burnout.

I recently watched an Instagram Story about the essential skills young people learn through doing hard things. As a therapist who is intentional about understanding brain science developments and how they can help my work with my clients, I could not help but think about why we need to do hard things. Video Link Doing […]

In my work with couples and parents, one of the consistent dilemmas they bring up is the struggle with their teens and tweens over internet usage, cell phones, and social media.

Others’ Narratives: How They Shape Our Identity As human beings, we are storytellers by nature. Our pursuits are a story, narratives and how they affect us, shaped together by experiences, perceptions, and interpretations. But what happens when our pursuits are influenced by the narratives of others? How does their storytelling impact the tale we tell […]