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Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Melissa Kae

By: Melissa Kae, Psy.D. | September 11, 2026

I am honored and deeply grateful to join the Therapy Changes team and work alongside such a skilled group of psychologists! I believe that collaboration with colleagues leads to the best care for my clients, and I’m excited to be part of a practice that shares this commitment. When difficult experiences remain unprocessed, the mind […]

Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Heidi Kraft

By: Heidi Kraft, Ph.D., ABPP | August 14, 2026

“Why did you become a psychologist?” I have been doing this for a long time, and over the years I have been asked that question quite often. At first, my answer was simple: I wanted to help people. After all, I am blessed with natural empathy that I inherited – and learned – from my […]

What Actually Happens in the Modern Men’s Group

By: Demet Çek, Ph.D. | March 27, 2026

If you’ve ever thought about joining a men’s group but hesitated because you weren’t quite sure what to expect, you are definitely not alone. Most men feel the same way before their first meeting. The idea of sitting with other guys and talking about thoughts and feelings can sound awkward, uncomfortable, or just… unclear. You […]

Is Medication Right for Me? A Therapist Weighs In

By: Ashley Malooly, Ph.D. | February 6, 2026

As a psychologist, I’m a strong believer in the power of evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), to improve mood and anxiety. At the same time, many clients I work with wonder about the role medication might play in managing their symptoms. While prescribing medication (and giving medical advice) isn’t my role as a […]

How to Move Forward When You Feel Stuck

By: Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | January 23, 2026

Emotional Agility for 2026 If you’ve ever entered a new year thinking, “I should feel motivated right now,” only to find yourself feeling stuck, tired, or unsure where to begin, you’re not alone. Many of us interpret stuckness as a sign that we’re failing, not trying hard enough, or falling behind. But what if […]

How to Care for Yourself When You’re Part of the Sandwich Generation

By: Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | October 24, 2025

In your 20s, life often feels full of adventure and discovery. By your 30s, 40s, and 50s, however, the rhythm shifts. Life becomes busier, more demanding, and sometimes overwhelming. Many adults in this stage find themselves simultaneously raising children while also caring for aging parents. This is the reality of the “Sandwich Generation.” Supporting multiple […]

Own Your Weird: It’s not an Insult – It’s a Superpower!

By: Michael Toohey, Psy.D. | September 26, 2025

Weirdo. Freak. Special. Oddball. Unconventional. Strange. Offbeat. Have you ever been called any of these? Many of us have – maybe growing up, or maybe just last week. Maybe you even use some of these terms to describe yourself. Or perhaps your child has been labeled this way. These words aren’t often meant kindly, and […]

When Joy and Grief Coexist

By: Shanni Tal, Psy.D. | August 22, 2025

Making Space for the Complex Emotions of Parenthood This article is the second in our three-part series on maternal mental health. In the first article, ‘Who Am I Now?’, we explored the emotional identity shift of new motherhood and the profound changes – physical, emotional, and psychological, that accompany matrescence. Here, we’ll explore the […]

“Who Am I Now?”

By: Shanni Tal, Psy.D. | August 15, 2025

Understanding the Emotional Identity Shift of New Motherhood Becoming a mother is one of the most profound and life altering transitions a person can go through – yet so few talk about how deeply it reshapes our sense of self. And while there’s a lot of focus on the baby – feeding, sleeping schedules, […]