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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 […]

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 […]

How Chronic Stress Affects the Nervous System and What Helps

By: Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | May 29, 2026

In my work as a psychologist, I often work with people who are carrying more than they realize. Not just visible responsibilities like work deadlines, caregiving, relationships, and the endless demands of daily life, but also the invisible weight of constant mental and emotional activation. Many people tell me they feel “on edge” and exhausted […]

The Real Reason Couples Fight (Hint: It’s Not the Dishes)

By: Gregory E. Koch, Psy.D. | May 22, 2026

Here’s the thing nobody tells you about fighting with the person you love: It is not really about the dishes. Or who forgot to call the plumber, or who said the wrong thing at the dinner party. Or even who has been carrying more than their fair share of the weight lately. Those things matter, […]

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 […]

Finding Meaning of Pain and Suffering

By: Michael Toohey, Psy.D. | March 20, 2026

Pain is an inevitable part of being human. Whether we welcome it or resist it, it is woven into the fabric of life, sometimes showing up in ways we expect and in ways we don’t. And while pain itself is something we all experience, suffering is something different. It is shaped by how we make […]

In Search of Close Friendships

By: Natalie Rice-Thorp, Ph.D. | February 20, 2026

10 Practical Tips for Getting Started Do you ever find yourself wishing you had closer, more meaningful friendships, but you aren’t sure how to get them? Strong friendships have a powerful way of enriching our lives. They can make the fun things in life even better, liven up the mundane parts of life, and […]

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 […]