The Therapy Group

10/08/2025

Anxious mornings can feel like uphill climbs, but they don’t have to start with pressure or perfection.

These 10 gentle mantras are reminders that you can meet the day at your own pace.
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If you’re looking for a therapist in Philadelphia, West Chester, or semi-nationally via virtual sessions, we’re here to support you. Head to thetherapygroup.com to meet our compassionate team of clinicians and start your therapy journey today.

10/01/2025

Hard conversations don’t need perfect words.

What matters most is the courage to begin, even if your voice shakes. Starting messy is still better than letting resentment build in silence.

Vulnerability feels scary, but it’s often the bridge back to closeness.
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If you’re looking for a therapist in Philadelphia, West Chester, or semi-nationally via virtual sessions, we’re here to support you. Head to thetherapygroup.com to meet our compassionate team of clinicians and start your therapy journey today.

09/24/2025

Sometimes it’s the smallest sentences that carry the most truth. Bookmark and save these for when you might need it.
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If you’re looking for a therapist in Philadelphia, West Chester, or semi-nationally via virtual sessions, we’re here to support you. Head to thetherapygroup.com to meet our compassionate team of clinicians and start your therapy journey today.

09/17/2025

Not being “over it” isn’t a flaw. It’s a sign your body and mind are still processing something that mattered. Healing isn’t about rushing to closure. It’s about giving yourself permission to feel, to grieve, to honor the impact.
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If you’re looking for a therapist in Philadelphia, West Chester, or semi-nationally via virtual sessions, we’re here to support you. Head to thetherapygroup.com to meet our compassionate team of clinicians and start your therapy journey today.

09/10/2025

Silence doesn’t erase conflict. It just hides it under the rug, where it grows heavier and harder to carry.

You might tell yourself you’re protecting the relationship by staying quiet, but in the long run, unspoken words create more distance than honesty ever could.
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If you’re looking for a therapist in Philadelphia, West Chester, or semi-nationally via virtual sessions, we’re here to support you. Head to thetherapygroup.com to meet our compassionate team of clinicians and start your therapy journey today.

09/03/2025

It’s easy to go on autopilot and forget to check in with yourself until you feel completely out of touch.

These questions aren’t about “fixing” you, they’re about gently guiding you back to yourself.
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If you’re looking for a therapist in Philadelphia, West Chester, or semi-nationally via virtual sessions, we’re here to support you. Head to thetherapygroup.com to meet our compassionate team of clinicians and start your therapy journey today.

08/27/2025

When someone is hurt, they usually don’t want you to defend yourself; they want you to meet them with care, accountability, and curiosity.

“I’m sorry you feel that way” might sound polite, but it often leaves people feeling unheard or dismissed. These alternatives create space for connection, repair, and growth.
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If you’re looking for a therapist in Philadelphia, West Chester, or semi-nationally via virtual sessions, we’re here to support you. Head to thetherapygroup.com to meet our compassionate team of clinicians and start your therapy journey today.

08/27/2025

You’re organized. Reliable. Always one step ahead.
On the outside, people describe you as capable. Even chill.
But inside? You’re bracing for something to go wrong.

That’s often what high-functioning anxiety looks like. It doesn’t always show up as panic attacks.

Sometimes it looks like:
✔ Over-preparing for every detail
✔ People-pleasing to keep the peace
✔ Replaying conversations in your head
✔ Staying busy so you don’t have to feel

The hidden toll? Exhaustion. Because trying to control uncertainty is a full-time job your brain can never clock out of.

Here’s the truth: uncertainty is part of life. And the goal isn’t to eliminate it. It’s to build the resilience to live with it.

In our latest blog, we dive into:
🔹 Why uncertainty feels so threatening
🔹 The silent cycle of high-functioning anxiety
🔹 Small but powerful steps to build emotional flexibility

How does your high-functioning anxiety show up?

High-functioning anxiety feels like overdrive behind a calm exterior. Learn how uncertainty fuels it and how to build resilience with proven strategies.

08/21/2025

"I’d love to tell you my oldest adjusted perfectly to having a new sibling... but that would be a lie."
– Emmalee Bierly, Co-Owner of The Therapy Group

In our latest blog, Emmalee shares what life has actually looked like since welcoming her second child—think meltdowns over broken tortilla chips, rescuing scraps of paper from the trash, and navigating all the big feelings that come with becoming a big sister.

She writes:
"From the outside, it might look like chaos. But underneath it, it’s just a little person trying to make sense of a big change. And as parents, we’re learning right alongside her."

In this post, Emmalee shares 5 strategies that are helping her support her daughter through emotional moments, including:
✅ Regulating your emotions first
✅ Validating without fixing
✅ Offering small, empowering choices

It's honest, relatable, and packed with tools for any parent riding the emotional rollercoaster with their kid.

👉 https://www.thetherapygroup.com/the-therapy-group-blog/how-to-handle-your-childs-big-feelings-5-tangible-strategies-for-parents-in-times-of-crisis

What’s the most unexpected thing your kid has had a meltdown over? (We’re guessing tortilla chips aren’t the only culprit.)

By Emmalee Bierly, LMFT & Co-Owner of The Therapy Group

08/20/2025

Quotes we can’t stop rereading because sometimes a few good words really can change perspective.
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If you’re looking for a therapist in Philadelphia, West Chester, or semi-nationally via virtual sessions, we’re here to support you. Head to thetherapygroup.com to meet our compassionate team of clinicians and start your therapy journey today.

08/13/2025

Why does anxiety hit hardest in the morning?

Your stress hormone (cortisol) spikes early to help you wake up.
If you’re prone to anxiety, that surge can send your thoughts racing before you even get out of bed.

Your brain is also still shifting from rest to full awareness. That groggy zone leaves space for worry to creep in.

You deserve a softer start. If you have morning anxiety, this blog post is for you.

👉 https://www.thetherapygroup.com/the-therapy-group-blog/morning-anxiety

Do your mornings feel harder than they should?

Struggling with morning anxiety? Learn how to understand and manage those feelings of dread and uncertainty to start your day with more steadiness and calmness.

08/13/2025

It’s tempting to talk around the person we’re upset with, to gather opinions, rehearse the story, or seek reassurance. But venting isn’t the same as resolving.

If you’re feeling stuck, ask yourself: What conversation am I avoiding? What would change if I had it?

Hard conversations are uncomfortable, but so is carrying resentment. One leads to clarity, the other keeps you circling the same frustration. Choose the discomfort that moves you forward.
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If you’re looking for a therapist in Philadelphia, West Chester, or semi-nationally via virtual sessions, we’re here to support you. Head to thetherapygroup.com to meet our compassionate team of clinicians and start your therapy journey today.