by Shanni Tal, Psy.D. | Oct 18, 2024 | Anxiety, Personal Improvement, Relationships
Insights for Healthier Relationships We all know that relationships matter, but what makes them so important? Relationships are essential to our survival as humans. Deeply rooted in our evolutionary history, they offer safety, shared resources and cooperative...
by Natalie Rice-Thorp, Ph.D. | Sep 13, 2024 | Anxiety, Personal Improvement, Relationships
Rethinking the Quest for the Perfect Conversation Imagine gliding effortlessly through an anxiety-free conversation where you can clearly and calmly focus on what others are saying and be ready with a perfectly timed funny/empathetic/intelligent response. You...
by Michael Toohey, Psy.D. | Sep 6, 2024 | Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Stress, Trauma
Trauma refers to the profound emotional and psychological impact that occurs when an individual’s sense of safety is compromised and their ability to cope is overwhelmed. Such experiences often shatter a person’s sense of security, which can have lasting physical,...
by Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | Aug 23, 2024 | Anxiety, Depression, Personal Improvement, Stress, Therapy
How to Identify What Works and What Doesn’t Mental health has become a prominent and widely discussed topic since the pandemic, and there is currently more information on the subject than ever before. This change has benefits like de-stigmatizing mental illness...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Aug 9, 2024 | Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Parenting, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma
We all want to feel heard, accepted, valued, and even loved. When we validate someone, we are essentially giving them this experience. Life can be confusing and difficult for all of us, but when we are genuinely validated, we feel acknowledged and reassured that we...
by Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | Aug 2, 2024 | Anxiety, Depression, Personal Improvement, Stress
We all know that protein plays an important part in our physical health. It may be surprising to know that protein also plays a crucial role in our emotional health. In fact, a diet with sufficient protein improves emotional wellbeing, and enhances brain function,...
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