Loving Someone With ADHD (Without Losing Your Mind)
Dating or loving someone with ADHD isn’t about trying harder; it’s about understanding how the ADHD brain works. Learn how ADHD affects relationships, why resentment builds, and how partners can create systems that actually support both people. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
If New Year’s Resolutions Stress You Out, You’re Not Alone
New Year’s resolutions can create anxiety, pressure, and shame when we can’t keep them. Instead of harsh expectations, this post explores intentional, mental health friendly alternatives like choosing a word for the year or using a playful bingo card to bring curiosity, grounding, and self-compassion into the year ahead. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Polyamory and Ethical Non-Monogamy: What It Is and How to Do It Well
Polyamory and ethical non-monogamy aren’t about chaos or cheating, they’re about communication, consent, and intentional relationships. This blog explores what ENM really is, when it may make sense to explore, and what helps these relationships stay emotionally healthy and grounded. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Managing Anxiety in Today’s Political Climate
Struggling with anxiety in today’s political climate? You’re not alone. This guide explains how political stress affects the nervous system, why trauma responses may be showing up, how marginalized communities are uniquely impacted, and practical ways to care for your mental health. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Fear, Family, and Survival: What Every Immigrant Needs to Know Right Now
As fear rises around ICE and immigration policy shifts, here’s how Latino families and immigrant communities can protect their mental health, stay informed, and take care of each other, including how to make an exit plan if needed. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
The Benefits of Accepting Insurance for Mental Health Care
Using insurance for therapy makes mental health care more affordable and accessible. Discover how insurance coverage supports consistent, effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and more. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
One Latina’s Journey Back to Her Roots to Save Her Sanity
But the truth is, surviving in America as a first-gen woman of color has felt increasingly unsustainable. Especially under this administration, where cruelty and chaos have become normalized, and where people like me are expected to keep pushing through systemic inequities without complaint. The collective anxiety is real. The burnout is real. And for many of us, it’s quietly killing our spirits and harming our bodies. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Cultivating Conscious Change
I believe a revolution is coming, a revolution of the heart, of communities, and of systems that no longer serve the greater good. A conscious shift is happening, one that calls for deep change and growth so that we may evolve as humans. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Celebrating Pride Month
Pride Month commemorates the Stonewall Riots of 1969, a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history when patrons of the Stonewall Inn in New York City resisted police harassment and discrimination. This act of defiance ignited the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, leading to the progress we witness today. Pride is more than a celebration; it's a powerful reminder of the resilience, courage, and solidarity within the LGBTQ+ community. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
The Power of Boundaries
Boundaries are the limits we consciously establish to protect our personal space, both physically and emotionally. They act as guidelines that dictate how others can interact with us, what behaviors we deem acceptable, and how we manage our time, energy, and resources. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
A Tribute to May Mental Health Awareness Month
So, as May unfurls its petals and we bask in the warmth of spring, let's honor Mental Health Awareness Month by embracing vulnerability, by seeking help when we need it, and by recognizing that our struggles do not define us but rather unite us in our shared humanity. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Being a First-Generation American
Being the child of immigrants, I've often found myself straddling two worlds, negotiating between the traditions of my heritage and the opportunities of my adopted homeland. This journey has undoubtedly shaped my mental health, my perspective on life, and the way I navigate the world around me. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Nurturing Our Mental Health through the Season of Change
Spring heralds a period of renewal, inviting us to harness its energies to cultivate our mental well-being. With its gentle nudges towards outdoor activities, creative pursuits, and soaking up the sun, spring presents a powerful opportunity to manage our mental health. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Moving On After Dating a Narcissist
Moving on from a relationship with a narcissist looks different for everyone. It's essential to take the time to define what moving on means to you personally and to set clear intentions for your future. This might involve establishing boundaries to protect yourself from toxic individuals, redefining your values and priorities, or setting new goals for your life. Remember that moving on is a process, and taking things one step at a time is okay. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Embracing Sensitivity: A Gift in Disguise
Highly sensitive people, as coined by psychologist Elaine Aron, possess a finely tuned nervous system that processes stimuli deeply. They are more susceptible to external stimuli such as noise, light, and emotions, and tend to experience the world with heightened intensity. While this heightened sensitivity can lead to feelings of overwhelm and exhaustion, it also endows HSPs with unique gifts such as empathy, intuition, and creativity. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Exploring the LGBTQ Community in Saint Petersburg, Florida
The welcoming and inclusive environment of Saint Petersburg has profound implications for the mental health and well-being of the queer community. Studies have shown that social support and community acceptance are critical protective factors against the adverse mental health outcomes commonly experienced by LGBTQ individuals, such as depression, anxiety, and suicidality. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
The Lingering Impact of Childhood Trauma
Research has shown that individuals who have experienced early adversity may have difficulty in regulating their emotions, forming secure relationships, and navigating social interactions, contributing to interpersonal difficulties and emotional instability in adulthood. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Navigating Adult ADHD with Grace
By understanding the unique challenges and strengths of neurodiversity, we can create a more inclusive and compassionate society that embraces individuals of all cognitive backgrounds. Through empathy, education, and advocacy, we can work together to challenge stigma, break down barriers, and create environments where neurodivergent individuals can thrive. Ultimately, it's through self-love and acceptance that we pave the way for a more inclusive and supportive world for all. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
How Rescued Animals Enrich Our Lives
Through their resilience, forgiveness, and unwavering love, rescued animals enrich our lives in profound ways, teaching us valuable lessons and inspiring us to be the best versions of ourselves. It's remarkable to consider that while we may have rescued them, in many ways, they have rescued us right back. Their presence in our lives fills us with a sense of purpose and gratitude, reminding us of the transformative power of love and kindness. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Unveiling the Disturbing Parallels Between Toxic Workplaces and Domestic Violence Relationships
In this blog post, we'll delve into the disturbing parallels between working in a toxic workplace and being in a DV relationship, recognizing their profound impacts on health, and providing strategies for recognizing when and how to break free from these detrimental environments. Therapy support is available in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C.