Siewert Psychotherapy

07/05/2025

We don't often discuss the emotional burden of financial responsibility. Being accountable for finances, whether for yourself or others, can take a serious toll on your mental health. Discover more about this crucial topic and how to cope in our latest blog post: https://wix.to/9yvegcS
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We don’t often talk about it, but the emotional and physical burden of being financially responsible—whether for yourself, your family, or your household—can quietly and chronically affect your well-being. If you're the one managing the bills, planning for the future, or bailing others out, yo...

12/28/2024

Welcoming the New Year: From Partnership to Community – The Transformative Power of Kindness
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As we step into the new year, kindness becomes more than just a fleeting moment of goodwill—it transforms into a powerful force that can reverberate through our relationships and communities, creating profound, lasting impacts. By making kindness a daily practice, we not only make others feel valu...

11/03/2024

Shedding Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Understanding & Finding Solutions

Until about six years ago, the end of daylight saving time, combined with the lowering sun in the northern hemisphere, signaled the onset of my seasonal depression. For most of my life, I dreaded this time of year, counting down to the Winter Solstice, after which we slowly gain a bit more daylight....

10/11/2024

The Loss of the Family Dinner: Reclaiming Connection in a Digital World

I was out to dinner alone the other night when I noticed a family of four come in to eat—father, mother, and two children, approximately 9 and 11 years old. Upon being seated, the parents immediately pulled out their phones, while the children shared a tablet—so absorbed in their screens that th...

09/26/2024

The Power of Respectful Listening: How to Navigate Political and Relationship Conversations

In today’s polarized climate, conversations—whether about politics or personal matters—can quickly become tense and divisive. Engaging with someone who holds different views can feel frustrating, but respectful communication is key to maintaining healthy relationships, both with those close to...

09/26/2024

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09/06/2024

Why Individual Therapy is Often an Essential Element for Successful Couples Therapy

As a therapist who works predominantly with couples across the relationship spectrum, I have found that it is frequently essential for one or both partners to concurrently engage in their own individual therapy. This approach addresses individual challenges that may have a significant impact on the....

08/18/2024

Co-Parenting: A Journey of Love, Collaboration, and Commitment

As a marriage and family therapist and relationship coach, I often guide clients through the challenging transition into co-parenting. I find it helpful to share my own experience, having successfully navigated this journey with not one, but two former husbands. I have two children from two marriage...

08/05/2024

Simone Biles began the morning of her historic Olympic gold medal win with a therapy session. This powerful reminder shows us that seeking therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. Mental health is as important as physical health, and there should be no shame in prioritizing it. Therapy can provide invaluable support, helping us navigate life’s challenges and reach our full potential. Let’s break the stigma and celebrate those who take steps to care for their mental well-being. If Simone can do it, so can we. 🥇

08/02/2024

Texting Troubles: Navigating Communication Pitfalls in Modern Relationships

We all text—don’t deny it! While texting has its benefits, it can also lead to numerous opportunities for miscommunication in all types of relationships, including romantic ones. As a marriage and family therapist, I often help couples navigate challenges in their relationships that stem from ov...