Seasons of Change KC

02/11/2026

Your nervous system was not designed for 24/7 breaking news.

We are living in an era of constant access to crisis, outrage, tragedy, and comparison. Your brain processes much of what you watch and read as if it’s happening to you.

More exposure ≠ more control.
More scrolling ≠ more safety.

Consider:
• Setting specific times to check news
• Turning off push notifications
• Taking one screen-free hour before bed

Protecting your mental health is not avoidance. It’s regulation.

01/23/2026

Touching doesn't have to mean s*x, it can be a small kiss, a loving hug, holding hands, even sitting on the couch with your legs next to each other - all designed to build our relationship minute by minute.

https://www.gottman.com/blog/touch-more-touch-often/

01/06/2026

Prince is having a moment after the Stranger Things finale, but his wisdom and brilliance have been in my therapy office for a while 💜

11/19/2025

The holidays can bring joy—and a lot of activation. One of my favorite EMDR-inspired grounding practices is the Earth • Air • Water • Fire strategy. It’s simple, nervous-system friendly, and easy to use anywhere.

As the season gets busy, try moving through these four elements whenever you need to reset. Your nervous system will thank you.

11/13/2025

Such a great morning presenting to students at a local middle school on what it’s like to be a psychotherapist. I noticed their growth mindset sign as well and encouraged that these are the messages they are getting about what success really takes!

11/05/2025

I love seeing the view from my office this time of year. 🍁🍂

09/17/2025

The Seasons of Change Fall Newsletter has dropped! Topics include AI in therapy, Burnout, Couples Therapy and more.

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09/04/2025

08/15/2025

ChatGPT and AI have been growing in popularity — but can they really support our mental health?

I’m a big fan of ChatGPT as a resource. It helps me brainstorm, organize ideas, and even create posts like this one.

When I asked ChatGPT whether it should be used for mental health, it summed it up well:

"ChatGPT can be a supplement — like a self-help book, journaling prompt, or friendly sounding board — but it should never be your only source of mental health care. For diagnosis, treatment, and crisis support, a qualified mental health professional is essential."

The #1 predictor of client success in therapy is the therapeutic relationship.
For therapy to be effective, we need a human connection — trust, empathy, and attunement. And in moments of severe crisis, there’s no one “behind the curtain” in AI to ensure safety.

If you want to explore new ice cream flavors or draft a thoughtful reply to your boss’s email, AI is a fantastic tool. But if you’re struggling with your mental health, please reach out to a professional who can provide the care, support, and presence you deserve.

Source: [Sentio AI Survey on Mental Health](https://sentio.org/ai-blog/ai-survey #:~:text=The%20data%20reveals%20anxiety%20(79.8,categories%20of%20mental%20health%20concern.)

06/20/2025

This one hits deep. 💥

True love isn't about fixing.
It’s about trusting.
Letting people find their own strength, even if it means watching them fall and rise on their own terms.

Caretaking isn't always compassion — sometimes it’s control dressed in concern.

06/17/2025

It’s not just about how much we achieve or acquire — it’s about how deeply we connect.
The love we give.
The trust we build.
The space we create for others to feel seen, heard, and safe.

Every meaningful relationship adds richness to our experience — shaping not only how we live, but how we feel alive.