The therapeutic relationship can be a really special one. It’s one of the only relationships where one person is the complete priority. Due to the nature of the therapeutic relationship, ending therapy can bring up many emotions. This blog explores the process of ending therapy, including what it may bring up, how you can reflect on your journey, and what it might look like to move forward with compassion.

We all carry internalized messages about what therapy is supposed to look like. Sometimes those ideas are shaped by stigma, culture, or what we've seen on TV. But therapy often looks very different from what we imagine. Let’s break down some common myths and bring a little more clarity to what therapy is really about.

Around 90% of women in America have struggled with their body image - a statistic that speaks to how deeply rooted this issue is. Understanding why so many of us feel this way is the first step toward healing. Our relationship with ourselves is the only one guaranteed to last a lifetime, which is why it’s so important to treat ourselves with more self-compassion, care, and respect.

We all have days when we just feel “off”. Sometimes, it may feel like you are sad for no reason. When this happens, it can feel scary, isolating, and even overwhelming. This blog explores why off days happen and how to navigate them with self-compassion and grace.

Most of us like being right. We like to be "right” in the way we think, the way we live our lives, and the way we communicate with others. It can feel good to believe that the way we do things is the correct way. But, having this mentality of needing to be right can also prevent us from learning, growing, and fostering healthy relationships with mutual understanding.

Social media’s effect on mental health isn’t black and white—it can be both supportive and harmful, depending on how we interact with it. In some ways, social media offers us a sense of community and allows us to stay connected. Yet, social media can also increase comparison culture and have negative impacts on our perceptions of ourselves.

It often feels necessary to spend time planning for the future or dwelling on the past. Our minds constantly race—thinking about what's next, analyzing what's already happened, and rarely settling into the present. Practicing mindfulness offers a way to pause, slow down, and truly experience life as it's happening. 

Families exist as a system. Family members often take on different roles to allow the system to function. These roles can shape how we see ourselves, interact with others, and respond to challenges. While they may have once served a purpose, these roles can also hold us back from growing into our most authentic selves. 

Finding out that your ex is seeing someone else can stir up a lot of emotions.  It’s so important to process these emotions with self-compassion!  Here are some ways to focus on your healing, reframe your thoughts, and prioritize yourself during this transition.

A good book can offer us a tremendous amount of comfort. They can help us make sense of our emotions, relationships, and difficulties. Here are five books that can provide a new perspective and change the way you view your own experiences.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely used, evidence-based form of psychotherapy that focuses on the innate connection between our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT can benefit individuals who want to change unhelpful thought patterns, reduce stress levels, build confidence, and increase self-esteem.

When we experience stress or danger, our bodies instinctively react to protect us, often in ways we once deemed necessary for survival. If we’ve experienced trauma, these responses—known as trauma responses—can shape how we deal with future challenges in life. Understanding trauma responses allows us to be more curious about who we are, and why we are the way we are.

When someone you love is going through a hard time, it can also stir up many emotions for you. You may be feeling sad, scared, or even hopeless. You may want to offer support but are unsure about the most meaningful ways to do so. Here are some ways you can support a loved one, while also looking after yourself. 

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) is a form of psychotherapy, based on CBT and mindfulness principles. For young adults, DBT can be beneficial in increasing emotional regulation. With DBT, you may start to feel more balanced in your daily life, even when experiencing different challenges, or hardships.

As the year ends, you may find yourself reflecting on your experiences over the past 12 months. You may also be curious about what the next year might hold. These five questions are designed as prompts to encourage deeper self-exploration as you think about where you’ve been, where you are now, and where you’d like to go. 

The fear of commitment is something many people experience. This fear can show up in relationships, career decisions, or any area of your life where big choices are involved. Understanding some of the root causes behind this fear may allow you to gain more clarity on your barriers to commitment. 

Young adulthood is often romanticized as the best years of our lives; it is supposed to be a time defined by excitement, self-growth, and endless possibilities. While these years can be meaningful, there are also a lot of silent struggles that young adults may face, such as managing societal expectations, dealing with changes in friendships, and building confidence.

The holiday season is here; for many, this means returning to your hometown. Maybe you're feeling excited about this, or perhaps you're feeling some anticipatory nerves. You may be feeling a lot of different emotions all at once. Common themes that arise during the holidays are feeling like you are falling into old patterns, managing family dynamics, or feeling a sense of disconnection.

The term 'sitting with your feelings' may feel vague and confusing. Yet, learning to do so is extremely powerful and can be a great tool in increasing positive mental health.  Put simply, to sit with your feelings is the act of being aware of each emotion as it comes and using it as a guide in understanding yourself better.  

Everyone has an inner child - a part of you that is shaped by the experiences, values, and memories from your early years. Your inner child carries both joyful and painful moments and can influence how you perceive love, safety, and connection in adulthood. Your inner child can also affect how you see yourself and how you interact with your surroundings.