5 Ways To Cope When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
Let’s get real: there are times in life when you’re going to feel overwhelmed. Whether it be with work, school, social obligations or just life in general, we all feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed at some point. It’s important to give yourself grace when you have these feelings. Try not to brush them off or […]
How Teens Help Teens
We often hear heartbreaking stories of bullying—accounts of torment, aggression, and humiliation between teens. These stories understandably demand our attention, but they overshadow a more common and equally powerful reality: the deep, supportive connections teens build with one another. Friendships in adolescence are a rich laboratory for learning about self, others, and relationships. Teens navigate the most profound stage of development together, […]
How Dialectical Behavior Therapy Helps Struggling Teens
In over 30 years of practice with teens and families, I have found no treatment as transformative as Comprehensive DBT for adolescents. I have seen DBT take teens from feeling hopeless and suicidal to building meaningful, thriving lives. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a structured, evidence-based therapy that helps individuals develop healthy coping skills. DBT uniquely combines individual therapy, group skills […]
When Your Young Adult Seems Stuck
When your young adult is living at home and seems stuck, it’s one of the hardest things a parent can face. After years of making sure homework gets done, carpooling to practices, and helping your child reach for every opportunity, it’s heartbreaking to watch your capable young adult seem lost, unmotivated, or uninterested in building […]
9 Mental Health Challenges Retail Employees Face
For retailers, who are navigating high turnover, labor shortages, safety concerns and rising customer expectations, frontline mental health has become a material business risk. Retail work is unlike traditional office jobs, and so are its stresses. National surveys place retail in the bottom 10% of industries for workplace mental health, and over 80% of retail workers say their mental wellbeing has declined in […]
The Benefits of Walking to Help Depression
The Relationship Between Endorphins and Mental Health When you walk, your body releases endorphins, the “feel-good” hormones that can enhance your mood and reduce stress. Endorphins interact with receptors in your brain to reduce the perception of pain. This endorphin release is one of the key reasons walking can help combat depression. Walking can also […]
How to Set Boundaries During the Holidays
The holiday season can be a time of connection and joy, but for most of us, it’s not all cozy vibes and happy reunions. For many people, the holidays can also bring stress, overcommitment, and tough conversations. Between family gatherings, endless invitations, and financial pressures, you might feel that you’re getting stretched too thin. That’s […]
How to Overcome Procrastination
What is procrastination? Procrastination is often defined as the voluntary and unnecessary delay in the start or completion of important tasks. Additionally, procrastination is often associated with neglecting these tasks for activities that bring immediate gratification. Think scrolling on social media or texting a friend instead of tackling that to-do list. While putting off a task […]
How to Support a Loved One with Bipolar Disorder
Supporting a loved one with bipolar disorder can be incredibly challenging, but it also offers an opportunity to make a profound difference in their life. It’s an emotional experience that can include moments of intense highs and lows – which can take a toll on everyone. By educating yourself about the condition, you can become a better […]
Our Care: The Resilience Methodology
Mental health that builds relief today and resilience tomorrow Quality, consistency, and lifelong skills Choosing a mental health care provider can be one of the most challenging parts of getting started — especially online. It can be difficult to compare important aspects of treatment like quality, experience, access, insurance, and more. Mental health can also […]
