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Thoughts from a psychotherapist.
Why Starting Therapy Can Feel Scary – And Why It's Worth It
If the thought of starting therapy makes you want to curl up in a blanket burrito and pretend everything is fine, you’re not alone. Deciding to begin therapy—especially as a woman juggling responsibilities, expectations, and the occasional (or frequent) imposter syndrome—can feel like a big deal.
Balancing Life: Strategies for Busy Women
Life for modern women can often feel like a constant juggling act. Between work, family, social obligations, and taking care of ourselves, it’s easy to feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day. If you’re nodding your head here, you’re not alone. The demands placed on women today are significant, and research supports this—showing how women are often expected to manage multiple roles with grace, ease, and efficiency, even when it's nearly impossible. So, how do you find balance without burning out? Here, I’m offering strategies to help bring some ease into your day-to-day.
Setting Healthy Boundaries: A Guide to Protecting Your Energy and Mental Health.
Life is full of challenges, and for many women, navigating the complex web of personal and professional obligations can be overwhelming. Whether it’s managing relationships, work, family, or self-care, women often find themselves stretched thin, trying to meet the expectations of others while their own needs take a backseat.
Couples: Navigating Major Life Transitions Together
Life is full of transitions—some exciting, some challenging, and all with the potential to deeply impact relationships.
Anxiety Understanding Your Body's Physiological Responses.
Anxiety is more than just a mental experience; it’s a full-body response.
Seasonal Depression in the Pacific Northwest
I can feel it coming. Yesterday I went outside early in the morning to walk the dog and that early morning summer heat was gone and in its place a bit of crispness in the air.