Self-compassion refers to the practice of treating oneself with kindness, care, and understanding, especially in the face of failure, mistakes, or when facing personal challenges. It involves being supportive and gentle with oneself rather than harshly self-critical. Practicing self-compassion involves cultivating a mindset and adopting behaviors that prioritize kindness, understanding, and acceptance toward oneself. Here […]
As a mom, finding a balance between work and family life can be challenging. Here are some tips to help you achieve a better work-life balance: Remember, finding a balance between work and family life is an ongoing process, and it may take some trial and error to figure out what works best for you. […]
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a therapeutic approach that was originally developed to help individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). EMDR is now used for various conditions and has been found effective in treating a range of psychological issues. The key components of EMDR include: EMDR typically involves the following […]
Horrific intrusive thoughts are common in OCD. These thoughts can be distressing and unwanted, causing anxiety. These thoughts can vary widely from person to person, and they often involve distressing and unwanted content. It’s important to note that experiencing these thoughts doesn’t mean a person wants them or would act on them. The notable sign […]
Infertility can significantly impact the experience of motherhood, bringing emotional and psychological challenges. It may involve prolonged struggles to conceive, feelings of loss, and the need for medical interventions like fertility treatments. The journey can be both physically and mentally demanding for individuals or couples trying to become parents. The transition into motherhood is difficult […]
Being a child or adolescent today can be incredibly challenging. Children and adolescents deal with the pressure to perform well in school and extracurricular activities, be accepted by their peers, and adhere to family expectations. While trying to find their place in the world, they receive contradictory information about how to look, act, and interact. Although […]
Tune in as we discuss all things fertility, prenatal, and postpartum wellness. Family planning anxiety, pregnancy difficulties, IUI, IVF, postpartum depression, conception, ovulation, endometriosis, amenorrhea, sex— all words not commonly discussed at the dining room table but let’s take a minute to make room for these very important topics. Those struggling with infertility may experience […]
Exposure therapy is helpful to treat a wide-range of anxiety and OCD-related disorders. The purpose of exposure therapy is to change behavior. When using exposure therapy, you challenge yourself to do things differently to eventually create less suffering. To learn to do things differently, you must first be tempted to do what you normally would. […]
