Since introducing Mental Health Coaching into our offerings, one frequently asked question is: How do I know if I need Therapy or Mental Health Coaching?  Let’s break it down into the WHY’s (therapy) and the HOW’s (coaching) – formulated out of our Forward Model of Change™, our proprietary Model.  When you ask yourself WHY questions, […]

Let’s be real: starting therapy can feel like standing naked in front of a stranger while also trying to explain why you cry when you hear grocery store music. It’s vulnerable. It’s awkward. And it can be the most empowering, unraveling, brave, exhausting thing you’ll ever do. Whether you’re therapy-curious, therapy-seasoned, or somewhere in between—we […]

Ever get that feeling? A twinge in your gut, a flutter in your chest, a loud internal siren screaming, “Something’s not right!” Only to immediately wonder, Wait… is this my intuition? Or am I spiraling again? Same. It’s one of the trickiest internal dances—trying to figure out whether your body is sending you a quiet […]

Ever had someone say, “You’re amazing! How do you do it all and make it look so easy?” Meanwhile, your brain is screaming about that one unread email, the text you forgot to reply to, and whether your garage door is still open… and oh yeah, does everyone see that massive pimple on your forehead? […]

Ever find yourself stuck in a mental loop, replaying a conversation from three days ago… or planning for fifteen different versions of tomorrow that probably won’t happen? Welcome to the world of overthinking and rumination—also known as the stuff that keeps us up at night and makes us question everything from what we said to […]

Anxiety gets a bad rap. Most people see it as something broken or something to “fix.” But really, anxiety is just our nervous system doing its thing—a little too enthusiastically. Think of it like that overprotective friend who’s always on high alert, constantly scanning for danger. It’s the voice that won’t let you forget the […]

Short answer: Yes. Feeling awkward in therapy is completely normal, especially at first. If you’ve ever wondered, “Why does therapy feel uncomfortable?”—you’re not alone. Let’s break down why therapy might feel weird in the beginning and what you can do to get comfortable. Why Does Therapy Feel Uncomfortable at First? The truth is, starting therapy […]

Here’s the thing: choosing to go to therapy is hard. You’re making a commitment to your mental health by investing time, energy, and money into yourself—so it makes sense that you’d want to get the most out of therapy. Whether you’re new to therapy or looking to improve your experience, here are some key therapy […]

So, you finally took the plunge, scheduled a therapy session, and… it didn’t feel great. Maybe you didn’t click with the therapist, or perhaps you left feeling like nothing changed. If you’re wondering, “what if therapy doesn’t work?”—you’re not alone. Let’s talk about why therapy might not seem effective right away and what you can […]

So, you’re thinking about therapy. Maybe you’ve been considering it for a while, or life happened and finally pushed you to Google “therapists near me.” Either way, you’re here, and that’s an AMAZING first step. That’s why we’re excited to share what therapy is and help you understand what to expect in your first therapy […]

When was the last time you took 30 minutes just for you? I have this theory (though, to be fair, I’m pretty sure it’s not mine and I picked it up along my healing journey).   If you take 30 minutes a day to build a new habit, you’re able to comfortably invest in yourself for […]