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Why You Should Have Hard Conversations
By: Ashley Malooly, Ph.D. | August 11, 2023
…And How To Start Them We hope for harmony in our relationships, yet disagreements are bound to arise. The closer the relationship, the more strongly we feel when disagreements emerge. When we learn how to work through conflict together, we can heal our relationships, deepen intimacy, and feel better connected. Working through conflict in […]
Read MoreTherapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Sheila Allameh
By: Sheila Allameh, Psy.D. | July 28, 2023
What an honor it is to be welcomed to the Therapy Changes family! I am delighted to join such a talented team and share a strong commitment to help others live authentic lives as they strive to reach their full potential. My interest in psychology began in high school, shortly after my grandfather was diagnosed […]
Read MoreAnxiety, Introduction, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Therapy
Navigating Anti-LGBTQ+ Religions
By: Gregory E. Koch, Psy.D. | July 21, 2023
Empowering Strategies for Resilience and Growth In today’s diverse society, it is disheartening to acknowledge that certain religious beliefs continue to marginalize and discriminate against the LGBTQ+ community. Anti-gay religions have a harmful impact on the lives and relationships of gay individuals, often causing emotional distress and feelings of isolation. This article will highlight […]
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From Heartbreak to Hope: Strategies for Coping with Infertility
By: Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | July 14, 2023
June was World Infertility Awareness Month. As someone who has experienced infertility firsthand, I know all too well the heartbreak and emotional toll it takes. Coping with infertility can be a difficult and isolating experience. Throughout the process it’s important to remember that you are not alone. In this article, we’ll explore strategies to cope […]
Read MoreHow 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 […]
Read MoreNurturing YOU: Overcoming Burnout as a Working Mom
By: Kristen Lipari, Ph.D. | June 16, 2023
Balancing motherhood and working outside the home is a balancing act that can leave you feeling stretched thin. You may find yourself wrestling with guilt when you don’t meet the high expectations you set for yourself. As a psychologist who specializes in perinatal mental health, I not only work with moms with young children, I […]
Read MoreChildren, Family, Parenting, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Stress
A Mom’s Perspective: The Sneaky Month of May
By: Natalie Rice-Thorp, Ph.D. | June 9, 2023
It was midnight on a dark and almost stormy night. I was sitting on the living room floor when the lights went out. I heard ominous creaking somewhere in the house. My eyes fell on the many pairs of sinister-looking scissors surrounding me, glistening in the moonlight. “How did I get here?” I wondered to […]
Read MorePride is a Drag!
By: Michael Toohey, Psy.D. | June 2, 2023
It’s that time of year—National LGBTQ+ Pride Month! Every year, during the month of June, the LGBTQ+ community recognizes the influence that LGBTQ+ people and allies have around the world by celebrating in a number of different ways. And this year, I’m celebrating Drag! For me, drag is fun, creative, and playful, which is how […]
Read MoreTherapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Ashley Malooly
By: Ashley Malooly, Ph.D. | May 26, 2023
I am so excited to join the Therapy Changes family! My passion is helping clients live full, meaningful lives and feel empowered when faced with difficult life challenges. If you are considering therapy, you may feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or stressed. You are tired of feeling the way you do and are ready to start […]
Read MoreAnxiety, Introduction, Personal Improvement, Stress, Therapy
Strategies to Help You Receive Feedback
By: Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | May 19, 2023
Feedback is an important exchange that happens between friends, colleagues, relatives, and romantic partners. When successful, feedback is an opportunity to feel more connected and better understood by another person. Positive feedback can be reassuring because it highlights our contributions, underscores our strengths, and appreciates our thoughtfulness. However, constructive, or critical feedback is harder to […]
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