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Most people think of relaxation as an easy-to-implement set of behaviors.  You finish what needs to get done, you sit down, and you let yourself rest. Simple. Except that for many people, it doesn’t work that way at all. Sitting still produces discomfort rather than relief. Quiet feels unsettling. The moment the busyness stops, something […]

You’ve been single for a while now. Maybe years. You’ve dated, gone on apps, met people through friends. Some seemed promising at first. But something always felt off: They seemed great, but you just weren’t feeling it. You tell yourself you’re not settling. You know your worth. You refuse to compromise on what you deserve.

You got the promotion. You now have more responsibility, higher salary, better title. On paper, it’s exactly what you worked for. So why does it feel overwhelming instead of exciting? Corporate transitions — moving into management, taking on director-level responsibilities, becoming a VP or executive — bring stress that most people don’t talk about. The

When people talk about therapy for “transitions” and “transitions counseling” they are often referring to life transitions: Moving to a new city, changing careers, losing a loved one, becoming a parent — these are life transitions. Big external changes that force you to adapt, and are known to cause stress, anxiety, and even depression. But

One of the most common pieces of relationship advice out there is to “just communicate better.” Communicate your needs. Communicate your feelings. Communicate when something bothers you. The idea is that if both people would just talk openly and honestly, the relationship would improve. This advice isn’t wrong. Communication is important. But if you’re in

There’s a phrase that gets thrown around every year when the days get short and the temperature drops: “cabin fever.” It’s the catch-all explanation for why people get irritable, restless, or difficult to live with during winter months. But if you’ve noticed that your relationship feels heavier, more strained, or somehow off as soon as

One of my main areas of focus is helping those that have dealt with – or are currently struggling with – childhood and family trauma. I work with women that have experienced neglect, abuse, and other family-dynamic challenges that are struggling with their mental health as a result. The holidays can be a uniquely difficult

Long distance dating is far more common than it once was. Technology has made it possible to meet people from further away and stay connected in real time through calls, video chats, and text messages. For many couples in long distance relationships, this access makes the idea of a long distance relationship more attractive, and

The way we approach relationships has changed considerably in the past 10 or so years. Social media, phones, apps, and more have all changed how we meet partners and how we interact, and many people are having a hard time determining what is normal and healthy and what is overkill and potentially damaging. For example,

As an individual relationship therapist, I work with individuals – rather than couples – to help address relationship-related challenges. For those that are single or dating, this may mean breaking relationship habits, or helping people address past traumas. For those in relationships, however, typically the goal is to save or heal a struggling relationship. While