I recently joined the Advisory Board for the Center for Educational Improvement (CEI), an organization dedicated to creating caring, supportive environments for children in the very place they spend most of their time: school. While I admit I initially hesitated to take on another responsibility amidst an already full plate, this opportunity felt aligned with… Continue reading Redefining Success: Addressing Youth Mental Health in Schools
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The Power of Child-Centered Play Therapy
Someone once told me that having a child is like having a physical part of yourself walking around out in the world. Maybe this is why it is so very hard to witness your own child(ren) suffer in any way - it’s like an actual part of you is in pain! And maybe it’s also… Continue reading The Power of Child-Centered Play Therapy
When Life Shifts: Coping with Change and Uncertainty
Most adults don’t love change . . . and that’s totally normal. We tend to find comfort in routines, structure, and predictability because they help us feel safe and grounded. So when change comes, even if it’s something we chose, a new job, a new baby, or even a divorce, it can still feel disruptive.… Continue reading When Life Shifts: Coping with Change and Uncertainty
Why Weekly Therapy Sessions Matter – Especially at the Start
Starting therapy is a courageous and meaningful step toward personal growth, healing, and self-understanding. One of the most important factors in setting yourself up for success, especially in the early stages, is weekly therapy. Meeting with your therapist on a weekly basis provides the structure, support, and consistency needed to build momentum and make meaningful… Continue reading Why Weekly Therapy Sessions Matter – Especially at the Start
Creating Lasting Love: 7 Keys to Building a Healthy Relationship
While social media often showcases picture-perfect relationships, true love requires ongoing effort, open communication, and a genuine commitment to growth together. Valentine’s Day may have come and gone, but the opportunity to nurture and strengthen your relationship lasts all year long. Despite what candy and card manufacturers might suggest, love isn’t defined by a single… Continue reading Creating Lasting Love: 7 Keys to Building a Healthy Relationship
How to Cope with Political Anxiety: Mental Health Strategies for Uncertain Times
Political anxiety is more than just stress over the news — it’s the deep distress, uncertainty, and even helplessness that comes with watching policies unfold that directly impact our lives and communities. With a background in both politics and mental health, I’ve seen firsthand how the political landscape influences our emotions, stress levels, and overall… Continue reading How to Cope with Political Anxiety: Mental Health Strategies for Uncertain Times
SOS: Parents are Stressed and Overwhelmed
In today's fast-paced world, parents are facing unprecedented stress and challenges, making it crucial to address their mental health and well-being. This past August, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory sharing his concerns about the levels of stress parents currently experience. A shocking 33% of parents reported high levels of stress in… Continue reading SOS: Parents are Stressed and Overwhelmed
Fantasy Sports And Politics: What fantasy sports can teach us about managing election emotions
For the first time, my team made the playoffs this year. My nerves were on edge, fear of failure from past seasons whispered in my ear. However, I couldn’t check on any of it. I had chosen this night to go camping. With no cell signal, there was quite literally nothing I could do. No more trades, no more strategy, no moves to squeeze another home run out of my team. Nothing to do but wait until tomorrow. What does this have anything to do with election season, you may ask? Well in preparation for the upcoming election, it is important to embrace the actions you can take ahead of time in order to minimize the experience of regret. And it is equally important to plan ahead for anxiety on the night of the election once there is quite literally nothing else to do.
