Understanding matrescence, overwhelm, and the hidden transition into motherhood.

Somewhere along the way, many of us learned that exhaustion equals effort — and effort equals worth. We live in a culture that praises being busy, applauds long hours, and often treats burnout like a badge of honor. The message can feel subtle at first, but over time it becomes loud: If you’re not exhausted, you’re not trying hard enough. But research, and lived experience, tell a very different story. Burnout Is Not a Personal Failure Burnout isn’t caused by laziness, lack o

Perfectionism is sneaky. It shows up in the way we try to be the perfect child, the perfect friend, the perfect partner, the perfect...

From the moment we’re born, the world around us begins shaping who we are or who others want us to be. Becoming our authentic selves is a...

Shame is like an overzealous bodyguard you didn’t hire. It has the job to keep you from getting hurt or rejected, but it tends to...

Let’s be real. We all know the feeling of lighting up when someone says, “I just love that color on you,”  or “Your hair looks so good...

Burnout isn’t always a dramatic collapse. Sometimes it’s forgetting the word “spoon” while holding one. Or fantasizing about faking your...

Feeling Tired All the Time? Have you noticed lately that you’re feeling more tired? You have long, busy days that seem endless, and you...

We hear the word narcissist  thrown around a lot these days—especially when talking about difficult relationships. But narcissism isn’t...

Families are our original blueprint. They teach us how to express love, handle conflict, set boundaries or not   and instead ignore them...

It’s swimsuit season! That means pool days, sunscreen, sandcastles, and for some people… crippling anxiety about how their body looks in...

Your gender identity and sexuality are yours ; they belong to you. If who you are does not cause harm to yourself or others, then you’re...

As a clinical social worker, I am continually seeking innovative and effective methods to support our clients' mental and emotional...

'Tis the season. Presents, parties, plans, and more! It's a perfectionist and people-pleaser's dream. But it can easily turn into a...

I am so thrilled to be opening the doors to New Beginnings Therapy! Life surprised me with the opportunity to start my own private...