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At Integrated Behavioral Health we provide evidence-based, collaborative care so patients and families can move closer to living a life in line with their values. Integrated Behavioral Health provides psychological therapy services, specializing in helping children and families overcome and cope with chronic medical conditions in the Denver, CO area.

01/13/2026

Nothing triggers a “Human Doing” spiral like being late for a first practice. 🏉⏳

This weekend, it was my stepsons’ first rugby practice. I wanted everything to be perfect. I wanted us to be on time. And because we were running behind, my “Fixer” part took the wheel. I was rushing, I was spiraling, and I was definitely not “attuned.”

When my family told me to “just take a deep breath,” it actually made it worse. Why? Because it felt like they were trying to fix my feeling rather than holding it.

We do this to our kids all the time. When they’re anxious or upset, we rush in to “fix” the emotion so we can feel better. But our job isn’t to be “Human Fixers.” Our job is to be Human Beings who can tolerate the discomfort.

Try this shift: Instead of “Calm down,” try: “I know you’re anxious about getting there on time, and I am confident you will be okay.” It’s the difference between trying to stop the storm and being the Secure Base while it passes. 🔄⛈️

🎧 The “Inside-Out” mission is officially LIVE! Click the link in my bio to subscribe to the Kids These Days podcast. Launching TOMORROW!

01/12/2026

Assessment isn’t a label—it’s a lens. 🎁🧠

I know that the decision to pursue an ADHD assessment can feel heavy. Many parents hesitate because they don’t want their child to be “boxed in.” But as Dr. Stephanie Fox explains in this clip, an assessment is actually a gift.

It is a way of telling your child: “I see you. I want to understand how your unique brain works.”

When a child understands their own neurobiology, the “Why can’t I just do this?” narrative shifts into a “Now I know how to help myself” narrative. That is where true self-compassion begins. 🔄✨

🎧 Hear more from Dr. Stephanie Fox on the upcoming season of Kids These Days! Hit the link in my bio to listen to the trailer and “Episode 0” now. Don’t forget to hit “Follow” so you’re ready for the full interview on January 13th!

01/10/2026

“Being interested in their emotional lives?! What a crazy idea.” 🙄🤣

If you caught the sarcasm in Dr. Gabe Casher’s voice, you know exactly what we’re talking about. For previous generations, the “Dad bar” was often set at:
1️⃣ Bring home a paycheck.
2️⃣ Sit on the couch.

But the “Modern Dad” shift is asking for something much more “radical”: Actual emotional involvement. In this clip, Dr. Casher and I discuss the identity shift fathers are navigating today. It’s moving from being a “silent provider” to an “attuned participant.” It’s a transition that isn’t just good for the kids—it’s healing for the dads, too. 🔄✨

🎧 The full episode on Modern Fatherhood drops Jan 13th! Hit the link in my bio to listen to the trailer and “Episode 0” now.

01/09/2026

Resilience isn’t built in safety. It’s built in the stumble. 🌳🧗

We often think that being a “good parent” means preventing our child from feeling distress. But as Dr. Eleanore Hall explains, if we never let go of the “bike seat,” our kids never realize they already know how to ride.

Letting go is the most loving “U-Turn” you can make. It moves the focus from protecting them from the world to preparing them for it.

👇 Is there a “bike seat” you’re ready to let go of this week? Let’s talk about it in the comments.

🔗 Listen to Kids These Days at the link in my bio! Full episode January 13th.

01/05/2026

The kids aren’t the problem. The cycle is. 🔄💔

Do you ever feel like you and your partner are on totally different teams when the kids start acting out? One of you gets loud, the other shuts down, and before you know it, you’re fighting about each other instead of the behavior.

I sat down with the brilliant Allison Rimland, LPC, to decode why we get “hooked” into these reactive cycles. The truth? It’s rarely about the kids—it’s about our own nervous systems trying to find safety.

🎧 Listen to the full episode of Kids These Days on January 13th! Hit the link in my bio to hear the trailer and “Episode 0.” Make sure to “Follow” so you’re ready for the full interview with Allison!

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12/31/2025

A goal is a compass, not a contract. 🧭✨

If you’re looking at your 2025 list and seeing unchecked boxes, I want you to take a breath.

This year, I missed the mark on a lot of what I set out to do. But instead of beating myself up, I’m doing a “Goal U-Turn.” I’m looking at those unfinished goals and realizing they are still worthy—they just need a new year.

The truth? A goal is meant to point you in a direction, not to be a rigid contract that defines your worth. If you’re still moving toward the person you want to be, you’re winning—even if it takes until 2026 (or 2030!) to get there.

Drop a “🔄” if you’re making a U-Turn on your goals this year!

12/31/2025

4.8 pull-ups (rounding up to 5). Done. ✅ But let’s be honest: they weren’t “perfect.”

My form was a little shaky. My chin barely cleared the bar on the last one. If I were waiting for the “perfect” set of five to post this, I’d probably be waiting until 2026.

I talk to parents every single day about the concept of being “Good Enough.” In attachment theory, we know that perfection isn’t the goal—consistent, “good enough” presence is what builds a secure base.

Yet, when it comes to our own goals, we are often our own harshest critics. We tell ourselves that if it isn’t perfect, it doesn’t count.

Today, I’m embracing my own version of “good enough.” I met my goal. I showed up. I did the work. It’s messy, it’s real, and I’m proud of it.

Whether it’s in the gym or at the dinner table with your kids—where can you trade “perfection” for “good enough” today? 👇

12/26/2025

Merry Christmas from my messy reality to yours! 🎄✨

If today didn’t look like a Hallmark movie—if there were tantrums over toys, a burnt side dish, or just a lot of “overstimulation” (for the kids AND you)—I want you to hear this:

You are a Good Enough parent, and that is the gold standard.

Your kids don’t need a perfect, Pinterest-worthy day to feel secure. They need a parent who is present, even in the chaos. They need the “Secure Base” of your love, not the performance of a perfect holiday.

So, if you’re sitting on the couch tonight surrounded by wrapping paper scraps and feeling exhausted: Take a breath. You did it. You showed up. And that is everything.

Sending you all so much love and a little bit of peace tonight. ❤️

12/24/2025

The Brave Work of Multi-generational Healing ❤️🩹

Lately, my office has been filled with something so hopeful: adult children and their parents doing the hard work of therapy together.

To the adult children: Breaking cycles is exhausting, brave work. You are changing the future of your family tree. 🌳

To the parents: Your willingness to be vulnerable, to listen without being defensive, and to offer a sincere apology is a masterclass in secure attachment. It is never too late to repair. 🤝

But what if you aren’t there yet?

For many, the holidays mean returning to dynamics where you feel minimized or “shamed” back into a version of yourself you’ve worked hard to outgrow. If that’s you this week, remember these three things:

1️⃣ The “Time Machine” Effect: Families often try to put us back in the “box” they remember. You aren’t that child anymore. You are an adult with agency.
2️⃣ Boundaries aren’t Walls: They are the gates that allow you to stay in the relationship without losing yourself. “I’m not willing to discuss my [weight/job/parenting] right now” is a complete sentence.
3️⃣ Check your Internal Compass: If a parent’s comment feels like a “hit,” take an internal U-turn. Remind yourself: “This says more about their lens than it does about my worth.”

You can be a “cycle breaker” and still find the holidays difficult. That’s okay.

Which part of this resonates most with you? The “Cycle Breaker” or the parent learning to apologize? Let’s support each other in the comments. 👇

12/22/2025

Stepcouple Date Nights: It’s not just “dinner and a movie.” 🕯️🏠

In a first-married family model, we’re told the “couple must come first.” But in a blended family, that advice can often lead to more conflict, not less.

As Patricia Papernow teaches, the parent-child bond in a stepfamily is the “foundational” one—it existed long before the new partnership. When we don’t account for this, date night can quickly trigger the “Stepparent Cycle”:

💔 The Stepparent feels unimportant, unprioritized, or like an “outsider” watching the family from the sidelines.
🌪️ The Bio Parent feels “torn” or split down the middle—trying to keep the kids happy while simultaneously trying to be a present partner.

The result? You’re sitting at dinner, but your nervous systems are still back at the house.

The shift: Date night isn’t about “choosing” your partner over your kids. It’s about ensuring your kids feel secure so that the biological parent can stop feeling “split” and the stepparent can feel prioritized.

How to break the cycle:

The 10-Minute Pre-Game: Spend 1:1 time with your biological child before you start getting ready. Fill their “security cup” first.

Predictability: Use a visual calendar so the kids know when date nights happen. Uncertainty breeds anxiety.

The Re-entry Ritual: When you come home, have a small ritual (a specific hug or check-in) that signals to the child that their secure base is back.

When the kids feel secure, the “split” feeling dissipates, and you can actually focus on the person sitting across the table from you.

✨ JOIN THE COMMUNITY: You don’t have to navigate the “messy middle” of stepparenting alone. I have a Stepparenting Support Group full of insights on how to transform your family life through self-awareness and healing.

Click the link in our bio to sign up for more information and grab your spot in our next group!

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