You know your child is struggling. You try to talk to them, but are often met with a simple “I don’t know” that gets you nowhere fast. The truth is, your child probably does want to open up. They just don’t have the tools to put their feelings into words. Play therapy was designed for this exact scenario.

If you have been struggling with anxiety, trauma, or even sensory sensitivities, you may have heard about the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP). The name itself implies both safety and the ability to see results. It is only natural to wonder whether this therapy approach actually delivers.

If you’ve ever heard of EMDR therapy, you may be familiar with the concept of bilateral stimulation, commonly side-to-side hand movements used during a session. But you’re also left with a question of how a therapist’s hand movements lead to emotional healing.

Have you reached a point in your healing journey where you feel stuck? You have been consistently open about your struggles. You understand where they come from and the underlying root causes. Yet, something keeps holding you back from making further progress.

Many people come to therapy feeling pulled in different directions. One part wants change. Another part wants to stay safe and avoid risk. Another part feels tired of holding everything together. Internal Family Systems, often called IFS, offers a clear and respectful way to understand these inner conflicts without judgment.

Many people worry they are grieving the wrong way or for too long. Grief can hit hard in the first few days, soften for a while, then resurface years later without warning. Grief changes shape, but it does not disappear.

Remember when your teen used to tell you everything?
From playground drama to wild dreams and endless questions—you were their go-to person. And now? You’re lucky to get a shrug, a sigh, or maybe a one-word reply through a closed bedroom door.

If you’re wondering what happened, you’re not alone.

Remember when your teen used to tell you everything?
From playground drama to wild dreams and endless questions—you were their go-to person. And now? You’re lucky to get a shrug, a sigh, or maybe a one-word reply through a closed bedroom door.

If you’re wondering what happened, you’re not alone.

Let’s be honest, talking to your teen can sometimes feel like trying to have a conversation with a closed door. Literally and figuratively. One-word answers, sighs, shrugs, and yes, the occasional dramatic eye roll. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “They used to tell me everything—what happened?”, you’re not alone. 
 
If you’ve been wondering how to actually connect and talk to your teen (without making them run for cover), here are some real-world tips that can help. 

Have you ever felt this overwhelming fear that you just can’t get out of your head? Or do find yourself waking up at night with your mind replaying the day and worrying about tomorrow? You’re not alone. Anxiety is a widespread condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Fortunately, there are many effective, research-supported treatments available that can help manage and alleviate your anxiety. Let’s explore different anxiety therapy options and how you can find your unique path to relief.

Work anxiety affects more people than you might think. There are plenty of things you can do to manage work anxiety and thrive in your career. Let’s cover a few tips that can help.

There are some common questions I am asked when consulting with new clients such as: What distinguishes Christian counseling from other types of counseling?  How do I know if Christian counseling is for me or my family?  What is the unique approach of a Christian Counselor?

Let’s explore what Christian counseling is, by first looking at what counseling, in general, is designed to be according to the American Counseling Association…

Up to 30% of all couples entering therapy are considered “Mixed-Agenda couples”.  This is defined as one partner leaning out of the relationship, reluctant to see a couples therapist and the other partner leaning into the relationship, committed to saving the marriage, and eager to start couples counseling.

Couples counseling will help you and your partner learn new skills to turn relational avoidance into loving reconnection. You will become more effective at recovering from an argument and resolve the disagreements that take a toll on your mind, body and spirit.

While many of the details immediately following my husband’s death are a blur, I can recount some conversations with shocking clarity. Namely, the invalidating statements made by the most unlikely sources. Why? Because the person failed to understand the power of his/her words. From unknowingly dismissing someone’s feelings to emotional abuse, people either knowingly or unknowingly invalidate one another every day.