Read

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

stop sign

Warning Labels on Social Media

Read

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 […]

man with hands on his abdomen suffering after eating too much

Gut Health and Counseling

Read

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.

close up photo of person holding his belly

Mind-Gut Connection: Stress and Anxiety

Read

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.

black psychologist with african american client

12 Steps Can Benefit Everyone

Read

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).

photo grid of images that remind people how to live well: fruits and veggies, meditation, morning light

LiveWell Workshops at The Pursuit

Read

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:

man and woman holding each others hand wrapped with string lights

Building Healthy Relationships

Read

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

woman in beige long sleeve shirt sitting on brown wooden chair

Power of Portrayal

Read

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.

lightning and gray clouds symbolizing recovery from trauma

How to Deal with Negative Emotions

Read

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.

red and green tree leaves on a sunny day

Trauma Therapy Change Triangle

Read

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

photo of man sitting on a cave refelcting on trauma counseling

When Life is Hard

Get Started

Find Your Path Forward. We’re Here to Walk With You.