Facing Our Shadows, Finding Ourselves
In the early 1900s, psychoanalyst Carl Jung introduced an idea that has since become central to our modern understanding of human psychology: the shadow. According to Jung, the shadow represents
Meeting Yourself Where You Are: The Ever-Changing Nature of Energetic Capacity
Lately I’ve been thinking about how important it is to recognize our energetic capacity—not only to respect and work within it, but also to be able to expand it from
Stability in the Storm: Finding Your Inner Anchor
There’s no question that the times we’re living in are harder than we’d like them to be. The collective energy feels tense, uncertain, and uncomfortable. Everywhere we turn, we see
Why Resting is Revolutionary
If I had to guess, I’d say that in most conversations between two adults in the Western World, at least one of the people will utter the word “busy” to
Waking Up From the Dream of Unworthiness
In almost 20 years of doing therapy, I’ve come to discover a few universal threads that weave themselves through all our lives. Whenever I take a step back and look
Conscious Motherhood: The Subtle Yet Profound Art of Parenting With Awareness
Any mother can attest to the fact that their child’s development—especially in the early months and years—is of paramount importance. Rare is the day that goes by without focusing on
What is LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy, And Why Does It Matter?
LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy is a type of therapy designed to provide specific support to individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ so that they feel safe, understood, validated, and valued. Therapists who
Taking Care of Your Mental Health As An LGBTQIA+ Identified Person
People who identify as LGBTQIA+ are at higher risk of experiencing several mental health challenges—not because of who they are as people, but because of the stigmatization of queer identities
Common Challenges for LGBTQIA+ Couples, and How Therapy Can Help
Although LGBTQIA+ people face relationship issues just like those faced by all couples, they also encounter some unique challenges that are unique to their experience. From differences in personal identities
What Is Psychedelic Preparation and Integration?
Psychedelic preparation and integration are two aspects of what is commonly referred to as psychedelic assisted therapy. This form of therapy is designed to support individuals who are intentionally engaging