“I became a sex therapist because I am deeply committed to helping individuals who have experienced sexual abuse. This type of violation can create profound challenges, and as a therapist, my goal is to help my clients feel safe in their own skin. I want them to experience intimacy, love, and pleasure without fear or disgust. I believe that feeling...[ read more ]
Many people often seek a quick solution for anxiety or depression, and physicians and psychiatrists are frequently quick to prescribe medication without fully warning about the potential side effects or emphasizing that medication alone does not change the way we think. While medications can be a crucial component of treatment, they may not be as effective in the long term...[ read more ]
Growing up is hard for just about every kid. But it can be particularly hard if you are LGBTQ+. School can be especially tricky to navigate, as these youths face unique challenges. Here are some of the most common issues LGBTQ+ students experience in school: Bullying LGBTQ+ youths are far more likely to be the targets of bullying, whether that...[ read more ]
Falling in love is amazing. You and the other person talk on the phone for hours, complete each other’s sentences, and give each other butterflies when you see each other in person. Life feels perfect. Could this special someone be “the one?” Well, before you can spend the rest of your life together, you’ve first got to introduce your new...[ read more ]
Having a low self-esteem is something many people of all ages deal with. While a low self-esteem is not considered a mental health condition itself, the way we think about ourselves directly impacts our mental health and overall well-being. What is Self-Esteem? Self-esteem refers to the way people feel about themselves. Someone with a healthy or high self-esteem thinks positively...[ read more ]
Loneliness and lacking the desired social connection is a big fear for many people. Whether it is a result of failed relationships, moving, or children moving out, there is a void that many long to fill when they begin spending their time alone. Instead of looking inside themselves, they look for the company of new and old friends to rid...[ read more ]
While most people will experience challenges and hardship in their life, some people experience trauma. We’re beginning to understand trauma better now and have recognized that trauma is actually a physiological process that impacts our psychological and emotional wellbeing. When trauma is suppressed, it often leads to mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and even PTSD. While talk therapy...[ read more ]
Our mental health significantly impacts our quality of life, so it makes sense that we would want to do all we can to improve it. This may include things like eating healthy foods, exercising, and getting enough quality sleep each night. But there is something else that greatly influences our mental health and that is a community and a sense...[ read more ]
When our loved ones are struggling and in pain, it can be very difficult to know what to do to help them. Seeing friends and family in an abusive relationship can be particularly challenging. We just “want to shake them” and have them see what we see and follow our advice. But coming on too strong with our opinions and...[ read more ]
Tell us about your favorite part of doing online counseling My favorite part of doing online counseling is that I can do it from the comfort of my home next to my pets. What’s something funny that happened to you during an online counseling session? I’ve seen my fair share of cat butts on the screen during sessions 🤣 Do...[ read more ]