Setting Boundaries without Overexplaining or Apologizing
Setting boundaries is one of the most empowering tools we have for protecting our energy, nurturing our relationships, and honoring our...
How to Cope with Difficult Personalities in the Workplace: Strategies for Better Mental Wellbeing
Navigating a challenging work environment can be tough, especially when you're dealing with difficult personalities. Whether it's a boss...
"Don't bleed until you are shot": Managing Anxiety in Times of Uncertainty
One of the most powerful yet simple reminders I often share with clients is, “Don’t bleed until you are shot.” Though I didn’t coin this...
Boundaries in the therapist client relationship
Boundaries are the foundation of a healthy and effective therapeutic relationship. While the word "boundaries" can sometimes carry...
Getting Through the Holidays with a Dysfunctional Family: A Guide to Emotional Resilience
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, connection, and warmth. Images of families gathered around the dinner table,...
Does your therapist want you to come back?
Ever wondered about contacting a previous therapist? Likely you would be greeted with a warm, familiar welcome – a safe space where the...
Make a Resolution not just a New Year Resolution
Let's talk about New Year's resolutions – or rather, why I don't put much stock in them. Now, don't get me wrong, I'm all for making...
Escape hatch here
In my initial conversations with new clients, there's a crucial question that I ask – have you ever found yourself thinking about hurting...
"No" is a complete sentence.
Saying "no" can be both a challenge and a transformative skill. Many of us are raised with the belief that we can't say no without...
It isn't about you....
We are wired to need other people in our lives. So we are wired to "read" others to interpret how our relationship with them is going/how...
