Mental Health & Self-Care Practices

Rejection stings. It can feel like a door slammed in your face, or worse, like proof that something about you is unworthy. For LGBTQIA+...

For parents raised as girls who recognize themselves in their child’s diagnosis If you are a human who was born with a uterus, perhaps you noticed somewhere around middle school that the other kids seemed to know social rules that you didn’t. Maybe reading text for class was boring and stupid and you had to reread the same paragraph five times and still didn’t understand what it was saying. Perhaps other people told you, not infrequently, that you were “sensitive,” and that y

Substances are part of human history. People use them to connect, to cope, to celebrate, to spark creativity, to escape, or simply to...

The holidays are often painted as a season of joy — twinkling lights, cozy traditions, picture-perfect family gatherings. But for many...

If you’ve ever searched for an in-network therapist who truly “gets it”—someone inclusive, LGBTQ-affirming, neurodivergent-friendly, and...

Change can bring about feelings of anxiety, anger, or fear, the potential for regret and sadness. Learn about your window of tolerance and explore tips for navigating change with emotional regulation.

It’s summertime in Virginia which means it’s swimming season. However, this summer also continues to heat up politically, and the image that comes to mind may be more raging whirlpool than cooling oasis. Discover how creative expression can help support self-reflection and emotional regulation.

In a world that often feels like it’s teetering on the edge—politically, economically, environmentally—it’s hard to know how to keep...

Amidst times of unrest, clarifying your values can help you live the life you want to live.

When you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, slowing down and changing your relationship to thoughts and feelings can help.

When things get overwhelming and you're looking for ways to feel nothing, practicing experiential acceptance can help.

We’ve all experienced it—going about our day when suddenly, a song hijacks our brain. It might be an upbeat jingle or a barely noticed...

Every single one of us exists with an autopilot—an subconscious, evolutionary form of thinking or decision making that exists to preserve...

This is one of my favorite ideas from The Willpower Instinct , which is a treasure trove of executive function strategies. I’ve played it...

As Instagram influencers and financial experts flood our feeds, calling for us to freeze our credit scores, download our student loan...

Learn a new mindfulness technique to help you navigate anxiety and other difficult feelings amidst concerns about H5N1 & public health

Do you have trouble starting and finishing tasks? As a psychotherapist with ADHD, I can tell you you're not alone. Many people, including...

Post-election strategies from a social-justice-oriented psychotherapist The morning after election night, I woke up and saw who won. I...

Ever wonder what your therapist is thinking while you're talking? Well, if you’re in session with me, it’s probably a lot of chaotic...

Have you been thinking about how the changing season affects you? Entering into a new season brings many changes, internally and...