posted: Jun. 13, 2022.

Yep, you guessed it! It is time to talk about cultural sensitivity and our never-ending quest as clinicians to practice it. I use the term cultural sensitivity rather than cultural competence because an important distinction between the two indicated in Carissa D’Aniello’s Read more

posted: May 05, 2022.

In response to the stress of the last two years, loss has exceeded that of a viral disease, worsened and uncovered mental health issues, and lead many to suicide (Courtet Read more

posted: May 05, 2022.

Living with Ulcerative Colitis is not easy and at times torturous.  I celebrate every remission. It is important to consider what chronic illness means. Such a condition does not only Read more

posted: May 05, 2022.

The Importance of LGBTQIA+ Understanding in Therapy When attempting to find a therapist, someone in a minority population might find it to be difficult. There are numerous questions that this Read more

posted: May 05, 2022.

A major issue for many couples entering therapy is a breakdown of intimacy.  According to Yoo, et al (2014) emotional intimacy is an important indicator of relational satisfaction.  Often times, Read more

posted: May 05, 2022.

posted: May 02, 2022.

Respectful Parenting   Children do not come with a manual included. Each parent will raise and educate their children according to what they consider important. Others will raise their children by repeating Read more

posted: Apr. 20, 2022.

Have you ever heard the saying, “laughter is the best medicine?” Turns out that there is some evidence behind those words. Humor is a way to make people laugh, and Read more

posted: Apr. 11, 2022.

Grasping for air, tears clouding your vision, pains in your sides beginning to form, as you are laughing at the top of your lungs. Laughter, giggles, the occasional snort are Read more

posted: Mar. 25, 2022.

Monica Douglass We are living in a time of great medical advances that allow people to live longer lives. In this century, we are seeing the majority of people reach old Read more

posted: Mar. 07, 2022.

Leah Donald What images spring to mind when you hear the words “self-care”? . A vacation, or a relaxing night out with friends? Maybe your idea of self-care involves a scented Read more

posted: Feb. 24, 2022.

Natalia Cherjovsky You don’t need to be a pop culture nerd like me to know psychology is embedded in our zeitgeist. People who have not taken Psych 101 are still likely Read more

posted: Feb. 04, 2022.

What is Anxiety? Do you know that all humans experience anxiety? Anxiety can present itself in many ways. It can be experienced as a small nuisance or a debilitating disorder, and Read more

posted: Jan. 21, 2022.

Our world is changing fast. Our climate, the job market, politics, racism, #metoo, COVID and its variants, even what life looks like when--or if--we graduate college are all critical issues. Read more

posted: Jan. 10, 2022.

I want you to imagine something for me. I want you to picture your furry animal that you love so dearly. Picture them doing something that makes you laugh or Read more

posted: Dec. 13, 2021.

How to avoid imposter syndrome during the holidays The phrase, “Imposter Syndrome” is one that has been popular in our culture over the last several years. I would hear about it Read more