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09/15/2025

New Blog Post: Relational Trauma, More Common Than You Think

Relational Trauma can happen in any family, culture, or upbringing. If you grew up feeling like you had to earn love, constantly meet expectations, or carry the emotional weight of others, relational trauma may be shaping how you show up in the world — even if you’ve never considered yourself “traumatized.”

Some of the deepest wounds come from relationships that were supposed to keep us safe. When caregivers or loved ones leave us feeling unseen, unheard, or unworthy, this can lead to relational trauma. Relational trauma can happen in any family, culture, or upbringing. If you grew up feeling like you

09/04/2025

I’ve been mad at God plenty of times. There, I said it! Maybe you are too. Maybe you’ve prayed without ceasing, cried until your tears ran dry, begged for answers that never came, only to feel nothing but silence in return. Maybe life has blindsided you with heartbreak, loss, grief, or disappointment, and every time you look around, it feels like God is just watching it happen...

I’ve been mad at God plenty of times. There, I said it. Maybe you are too. Maybe you’ve prayed without ceasing, cried until your tears ran dry, begged for answers that never came, only to feel nothing but silence in return. Maybe life has blindsided you with heartbreak, loss, grief, or disappoin...

08/29/2025

New Blog Post: 10 Signs of Childhood Trauma in Adults

Trauma isn’t always about extreme abuse. It can be emotional neglect, instability, or simply growing up in a home where your feelings weren’t truly seen. The first step toward feeling better is recognizing it—and that’s exactly what this blog is here to help with.

Sometimes, you don’t even realize that things from your childhood are still shaping your life today. Maybe you feel anxious for no clear reason, struggle to trust people, or notice patterns in your relationships that keep repeating. If that sounds familiar, childhood trauma may be quietly influenc...

08/11/2025

New Blog Post: Why You Still Need a Real Therapist (Even with All the AI in the World)

Some days, it feels like technology is catching up with everything—your grocery list, your calendar, even your thoughts. You can ask your phone for advice, chat with an AI when you're feeling low, and scroll through perfectly curated mental health content. So… where does therapy fit in anymore?

Some days, it feels like technology is catching up with everything—your grocery list, your calendar, even your thoughts. You can ask your phone for advice, chat with an AI when you're feeling low, and scroll through perfectly curated mental health content. So… where does therapy fit in anymore? ...

08/06/2025

New Blog Post: Why Do I Feel So Alone?

It’s late. Maybe you're lying in bed, phone in hand, scrolling through social media or random articles, just looking for something to distract you or make the sadness in your heart feel a little less heavy. You’re not sure what you’re searching for exactly—or maybe you do, maybe you desperat...

07/30/2025

New Blog Post: How to Smile Through the Pain

There’s a certain kind of smile that women—especially mothers, therapists, and caretakers—learn to master. It’s the smile that says, “I’m fine,” even when your heart feels like it’s cracking beneath the surface.

07/18/2025

New Blog Post: So Overwhelmed and Don’t Know Where to Start

If you find yourself lying awake at night, replaying conversations or worrying about the next day—you’re not alone. Google searches for anxiety and depression peak between 11 PM and 2 AM , especially on Sunday nights. It’s often the only time we’re quiet enough to hear just how overwhelmed w...

07/11/2025

New Blog Post: "Why Am I So Anxious?"

Have you ever found yourself asking, “Why am I so anxious?” Maybe it hits you in the middle of the night when your mind won’t stop racing. Or during the day, when you feel like you’re juggling a million things but still feel like you’re falling behind. Maybe you actually feel “okay” ab...

06/07/2025

Now Accepting Sentara Insurance!📣

05/22/2025

Growth is messy, uncomfortable, and will undeniably test your patience - but it WILL always be worth it!

12/29/2024

Cognitive reframing is a powerful mental tool that can help you shift your perspective on challenging situations. Whether you're struggling with stress, self-doubt, or negative thought patterns, reframing offers a constructive way to view obstacles as opportunities for growth. By learning how to challenge unhelpful thoughts, you can reduce emotional distress, build resilience, and improve your overall well-being.

Learn how cognitive reframing can help you manage stress, reduce anxiety, and improve mental well-being through practical examples and tips.

12/24/2024

Feeling Lonely This Holiday Season? You’re Not Alone—Here’s How to Find Comfort

It’s that time of year…The streets are lit up with festive decorations, families are gathered together, and there’s a sense of warmth and joy in the air. But you’re sitting alone in your apartment, watching the world go by from your window. You haven’t seen your family in months, and even ...