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By Gina Powell, LPC Fostering healthy patterns: A journey of self discovery Do your relationships enhance the quality of your life or are they weighing you down causing you stress? “The quality of our life ultimately depends on the quality of our relationships,” Esther Perel author and Psychotherapist best known for her work on human […]

By Gina Powell, LPC Fostering healthy patterns: A journey of self discovery Do your relationships enhance the quality of your life or are they weighing you down causing you stress? “The quality of our life ultimately depends on the quality of our relationships,” Esther Perel author and Psychotherapist best known for her work on human […]

Exploring ancestral narratives, traditions and the immigration experience in therapy By Abril Martinez, LPC-C “Dia de muertos” is one of those celebrations that can awaken all of your senses just by thinking of it. The warmth and chatter of family gatherings, the colorful “ofrendas”, the smell of the cempasuchil flower and the taste of the […]

UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF GRIEF AND FINDING HEALING By Gina Powell, MA, LPC-C Grief can come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. While one person’s job loss may be vastly different from another person’s recent divorce, they both can have similar effects on our bodies. I am currently dreading the loss of my 16 year […]

UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF GRIEF AND FINDING HEALING By Gina Powell, MA, LPC-C Grief can come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. While one person’s job loss may be vastly different from another person’s recent divorce, they both can have similar effects on our bodies. I am currently dreading the loss of my 16 year […]

Emily’s specialties and interests include: Anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, Depression, Grief/loss, Life transitions, Stress management, Work/life balance, LGBTQIA, Women’s issue, Self Esteem, Chronic Illness, Aging expertise/Caregiving, Stress We had a conversation with Emily Wilson, whose career has been driven by a profound belief in the transformative power of connection and collaboration.  Emily’s path as a Licensed Clinical […]

Annie’s interests and specialties include: Depression, Anxiety Treatment, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, Young Adults & Adolescents, Trauma Therapist, Interpersonal Relationships We chatted with Annie Sweeney, a dynamic and compassionate trauma-informed social worker who knows that “getting started” is often the hardest part of the journey but the rewards can be profound. Annie’s approach to therapy […]

Annie’s interests and specialties include: Depression, Anxiety Treatment, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, Young Adults & Adolescents, Trauma Therapist, Interpersonal Relationships We chatted with Annie Sweeney, a dynamic and compassionate trauma-informed social worker who knows that “getting started” is often the hardest part of the journey but the rewards can be profound. Annie’s approach to therapy […]

Gina’s specialties and interest areas include: Anxiety Treatment, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, Identity/Life Transitions, Grief/Loss Counseling, Relationship Issues/Couples, Emotion Regulation, Anger Management, Personality Disorders, LGBTQ+ Affirming, Substance Use Disorders, and Adolescents.  We sat down to chat with Gina Powell, whose therapeutic approach is marked by collaboration, non-judgment, and a deep commitment to meeting the unique needs of […]

Mindfulness Practice and DBT Have you ever found yourself reconnecting with a friend or loved one at the end of a day, and after 15 minutes of conversation you realized that you had not heard a word they said because you were lost in your thoughts planning for the next day or worrying about your […]

Mindfulness Practice and DBT Have you ever found yourself reconnecting with a friend or loved one at the end of a day, and after 15 minutes of conversation you realized that you had not heard a word they said because you were lost in your thoughts planning for the next day or worrying about your […]

By Sheri Khan, LPC Not surprisingly, the impact of child’s grief is hard on both adults and children. When a child loses a loved one for a myriad of different reasons – death, incarceration, or divorce to name a few – the loss may have a profound effect on the rest of his or her […]

By Tiffany Todd, Psychotherapist Emotions and the human experience Across the vast tapestry of human experience, emotions and feelings paint vibrant strokes, shaping our choices, relationships, and overall well-being. From the exhilaration of joy to the depths of sorrow, our emotions influence how we perceive and interact with the world around us. They provide color, […]

By Tiffany Todd, Psychotherapist Emotions and the human experience Across the vast tapestry of human experience, emotions and feelings paint vibrant strokes, shaping our choices, relationships, and overall well-being. From the exhilaration of joy to the depths of sorrow, our emotions influence how we perceive and interact with the world around us. They provide color, […]

By Tiffany Todd, LSW Educate yourself: Learn about the experiences, challenges, and terminology related to the LGBTQ+ community. Understanding their unique struggles and experiences will help you empathize and support them better. Listen actively: Create a safe space for your loved one to express themselves without judgment. Allow them to share their thoughts, feelings, and […]