Blog for Better Living
The Path to Deeper Connection
By: Gregory E. Koch, Psy.D. | June 3, 2025
How Imago Workshops Transform Relationships Imagine sitting across from your partner and truly feeling heard – maybe for the first time in years. That’s the type of magic many couples experience in Imago educational workshops like Getting the Love You Want. These weekend workshops aren’t just about fixing problems; they’re about rediscovering the connection, […]
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Transcending Borders: Why Immigrant Mental Health Matters
By: Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | May 23, 2025
Immigration is more than a political issue – for those who leave their homes behind, it is a deeply personal journey marked by a profound emotional weight. While the topic is often discussed in terms of laws, borders, and statistics, it’s rarely viewed through the lens of mental health. For millions of immigrants, crossing into […]
Read MoreAnxiety, Depression, Grief, Racial Justice, Relationships, Stress, Trauma
How to Cope After Unexpected Pregnancy Loss
By: Shanni Tal, Psy.D. | February 28, 2025
The decision to begin family planning is typically an exciting time for couples or individuals. It’s a time filled with hope, excitement, and anticipation for the experiences to come. As we envision our future, we begin to consider what kind of parent we want to be, how many children we’d like to have, and what […]
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A Therapist’s Wish for 2025: Building Strength Through Adversity
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | February 11, 2025
This year, I’m continuing the tradition of sharing my personal reflections on the past year and my intentions for the year ahead. The new year is typically a time for reflection and gratitude, but to be honest, this has been a difficult practice for me lately. It’s been a chaotic start to the year for […]
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How to Say Goodbye
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | November 8, 2024
How can we possibly say goodbye to someone we love when they approach the end of their life? It seems like an impossible task because we simply don’t want to say goodbye to the people we love – especially if we are saying goodbye forever. Facing this certainty feels unbearable. As hard as it may […]
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Self-Soothe Using Your 5 Senses
By: Natalie Rice-Thorp, Ph.D. | March 15, 2024
Have you ever felt SO mad, sad, or frustrated that you don’t know what to do with yourself? In these moments, what tools and coping skills do you have to manage your emotions effectively? Do you use alcohol or other substances to calm or numb yourself? Do you lash out at loved ones or pick […]
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How to Cope with Gender Disappointment
By: Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | November 10, 2023
If you are an expectant parent, you’ve undoubtedly been asked: “Do you want a boy or a girl?” All expectant parents have their own ideas and expectations about the biological sex of their future child and create fantasies around what an ideal family looks like. The anticipation of a child’s gender can lead to a […]
Read MoreAnger, Anxiety, Children, Depression, Family, Grief, Parenting, Perinatal, Relationships
How to Cope When People Lack Empathy
By: Demet Çek, Ph.D. | July 7, 2023
Last year I embarked on a journey that required hard work, involved risk, and did not have great odds for a positive outcome. I was going to have an empowering experience bringing my second baby into the world. I believed that if I succeeded, the outcome would be life changing. To prepare for success, I […]
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Mental Health Awareness Month
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | May 12, 2023
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This month provides an opportunity to discuss the importance of mental health, break the stigma surrounding mental health concerns and to encourage anyone who struggles to seek help. The topic of mental health and mental health treatment is now part of the mainstream conversation, which is not surprising, since […]
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