The New Year has arrived, and with it, a fresh opportunity to set new intentions, make lasting changes, and become the best version of ourselves. Whether you're aiming to get in shape, cultivate mindfulness, or break a bad habit, the tradition of New Year’s resolutions is alive and well. But as many of us know, resolutions can be easier to...[ read more ]
“Give Grandma a kiss.” “We’re running late! Everybody in the car now!” “Get out from under the table and eat your vegetables!” Sound familiar? You hear or say these things to your children year-round, but during the holidays, everything seems to be amped up, doesn’t it? This time of year is loaded with expectations and extras. You expect good behavior...[ read more ]
When a couple contacts our office for marriage or relationship counseling, they often report the need for help with communication. And this is often true. Good communication skills and practices are important in marriage as well as all relationships. The good news is that a considerable amount of research has been done in this area. We know what makes for...[ read more ]
What inspired you to become a therapist? I’ve always found people so interesting and I love to hear their stories and understand what makes each person unique. I am confident that healing happens in relationships, so I am honored to journey with others as they process their emotions and experiences and move forward in ways that feel resonant and aligned...[ read more ]
What inspired you to become a counselor? Believe it or not, counseling was a career I never dreamed of. However, after completing my undergraduate degree, I began working in church ministry, where I had the privilege of engaging deeply with the experiences of others. I walked alongside individuals who were anxious, lost, grieving, angry, and other challenges. Over time, I...[ read more ]
What inspired you to become a counselor? I was inspired by the passion to serve as a clinician after realizing that mental health is not a priority in many different spaces throughout the world. My social location claims that you cannot expose your “dirty laundry" publicly, and so people suffer by carrying heavy untold stories and experiences. Counseling is the...[ read more ]
When I first heard about my friend Hanna’s cancer diagnosis, I remember the shock and devastation I felt. I started considering the fragility of life in general, and the possibility of her passing before her time. Throughout her journey and battle with cancer, she continually maintained her dark sense of humor, which allowed for sharing moments of laughter together even...[ read more ]
What inspired you to become a counselor? I grew up in a family with a myriad of mental health issues. I also had several friends disclose stories of their trauma to me throughout my middle school to college years. These types of experiences combined with other interests (if I’m being honest, I’m referring to tv dramas like Criminal Minds), raised...[ read more ]
You don’t have to go far to have an encounter with yoga. It’s pretty common to hear someone, somewhere talking about it, or even better, doing it. It could be your coworker sharing how they want to get out of work early enough to catch the train and attend their preferred, favorite yoga class. It might be the pop-up advertisement...[ read more ]
What inspired you to become a counselor? Growing up in an intact, Christian home doesn’t guarantee one is free from challenges or relationship stress. I became aware of the pain of unhealed wounds from unresolved past trauma, including those that stem from my family of origin. Thus, I’ve always been drawn to people’s stories. Stories bring insight into their inner...[ read more ]