Blog for Better Living

Sort by

Topics

Author

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 […]

Helped Better: Why the Therapeutic Relationship Matters

By: Michael Toohey, Psy.D. | August 21, 2026

You have probably seen online ads about affordable, quick access therapy with the convenience of never leaving home. For some, an online therapy platform may be the best or only option, especially when the alternative is receiving no help at all. However, quick access therapy is not the same as receiving the right type of […]

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 […]

Healthy Coping Skills for Dealing with Challenging Times

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | August 1, 2025

Lately, it seems like we’re all carrying a bit more than usual – and it can feel heavy. If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found yourself feeling overwhelmed, and at times, it can feel helpless. Or, you may be navigating a life transition or change, grieving the loss of a loved one, managing relationship […]

Understanding and Supporting Immigrant Mental Health

By: Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | July 18, 2025

Why It Matters and How to Help Behind every immigration statistic is a human story – often filled with courage, sacrifice, and silent struggle. While the headlines focus on policy debates and border numbers, the emotional reality of immigration is far more complex. According to the American Immigration Council, about 14.3% of the U.S. […]

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, […]

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 […]

How to Cope with DEI Funding Cuts

By: Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | April 11, 2025

Almost four years ago, I wrote an article titled Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The Basics, addressing the relevant and meaningful topic of DEI following the protests sparked by the tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery. While the conversation about systemic racism was crucial at the time, it remains just as relevant […]

How Written Exposure Therapy Can Help Treat PTSD

By: Natalie Rice-Thorp, Ph.D. | March 14, 2025

If you’ve experienced death, threats of death, serious physical injury, or sexual violence, you may be struggling to cope with the impact of these events. You might experience nightmares or intrusive memories related to the trauma or find yourself avoiding reminders of what happened. It’s possible you’ve had difficulty connecting with others or struggled to […]

Anxiety, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma