How Can I Cope With All of Life’s Transitions?
By: Danielle Bertini, LCPC Changes can be hard. And even if you’re happy with the status quo, life doesn’t always comply with your wishes, leaving you to face a major transition. Dealing with these changes can be tough, but Whitebourne (2017) outlines 10 useful coping tips based on research involving life-span studies of stressful events. …
Read MoreAm I Too Hypervigilant?
By: Danielle Bertini, LCPC Let’s consider this: Samantha admits that she is always on alert. Her head floods with worst-case scenarios if she wakes up at 3 am. She is always looking ahead to what might happen, what might go wrong — whether it is potential traffic, a talk she needs to have with someone…
Read MoreParenthood Challenges and How to Cope With Them
Andromeda Peters, LICSW Parenthood is described as a beautiful experience, but it comes with its own set of challenges as we assist our children in navigating the world of emotions. Parenthood is far from concrete, as it is a job that evolves as our children grow in and out of development stages from infancy into…
Read MoreHow Does Screen Time Affect Our Children’s Brains?
Andromeda Peters, LICSW Children are currently growing up in a world dominated by technology. This manifests in increased screen time in areas of their socialization, entertainment, and education. Keeping in mind that children’s brains are still developing, are there any implications for screen time and the cognitive functioning of our children? It is reported that…
Read MoreAre There Benefits to Conflicts in Relationships?
Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified Couples and family therapists have told me that the couples and families that they worry about the most are the ones that engage in little to no conflict. This may sound surprising, but it’s not if you consider the fact that conflict is a necessary and healthy part of…
Read MoreWhat Is Codependency?
Part I: Control, Caretaking & Self Abandonment Meg Mulroy, LPC Codependency has become somewhat of a buzz amongst my peers. Used casually, I’ve heard people say, “She can’t do anything without him — they are so codependent,” or, “Those roommates are completely codependent — they are attached at the hip!” One of my professional and…
Read MoreWhy Doesn’t My Partner Understand Me?
Zoe Mittman, Licensed Social Worker Have you found yourself asking the question, “why doesn’t my partner understand me?” If so, this blog is for you. I get it. It is extremely upsetting to feel misunderstood and not heard in a relationship. You can see your perspective so clearly that it is so frustrating when your…
Read MoreWhat Makes a Good Therapeutic Alliance?
Jessica Pontis, LCSW Making the choice to connect with a therapist can be challenging, after all, people don’t usually seek out therapy if they’re feeling great. Finding a good therapeutic fit is essential to having a good experience. It’s important to be thoughtful in what you’re looking for in a therapist and trust the process.…
Read MoreWhat Is Alcoholism? Pt. 1
Shannon Keating Society seems to have this stereotype of what an “alcoholic” looks and acts like. I cannot count the number of friends and acquaintances that have described a significant abuse of alcohol but laugh off the idea of being an alcoholic. I think we can partially blame Hollywood and the inaccurate and generalized portrayal…
Read MoreWhat Are the Signs of Enmeshment?
Jessica Pontis, LCSW Family connection plays a major role in emotional development, identity formation, and long-term well-being. Healthy closeness allows support, warmth, and trust to grow. Problems start when connection replaces individuality and personal space disappears. The signs of enmeshment often appear quietly and feel normal within the family system, making recognition difficult. Enmeshment develops…
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