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Life is demanding, and the constant juggling of responsibilities can leave many of us feeling drained.  If you’ve ever felt emotionally exhausted, unable to cope, or perpetually stressed, you might...

The loss of a pregnancy can bring an overwhelming wave of emotions.  While physical recovery might happen quickly, the emotional impact of miscarriage often lingers, leaving individuals and families...

In today’s fast-paced world, our screens have become indispensable.  From work to entertainment and staying connected, screen time dominates much of our daily lives. However, excessive screen time...

Stress and sleep often have a complicated relationship. While stress can make it hard to fall or stay asleep, lack of rest can, in turn, amplify stress levels, creating a challenging cycle. For...

Being a teenager is no small feat. Anxiety in teenage girls is all too common. With shifting hormones, academic pressures, social dynamics, and a growing sense of identity, the teenage years can be...

Parenting is one of the most complex, rewarding, and sometimes challenging experiences in life. For neurodivergent moms, the journey often includes unique layers of nuance and complexity. But what...

Welcoming a baby into your life is a monumental and emotional journey. While it brings joy and love, it can also bring challenges, including those related to mental health. One condition that many...

Divorce is tough—there's no way around it.  But what's even tougher is seeing how it affects your kids. As a parent, your child’s emotional well-being needs to be a top priority during this...

Your 20s are often considered the most exciting time in your life: new opportunities, new challenges, and a growing sense of independence.  But they can also be a period filled with anxiety, as you...

Perfectionism can often feel like a double-edged sword.  On one hand, it drives you to aim for excellence, but on the other, it can trap you in a cycle of unrealistic expectations, self-criticism,...

The arrival of a new baby is a life-changing experience filled with joy, sleepless nights, and moments of overwhelm. For many new parents, this mix of emotions is expected, but it can sometimes be...

TFMR stands for “termination for medical reasons.”  If you’ve stumbled across this post while looking for answers about TFMR, let’s begin by saying this: Just by being here, you’re carrying a heavy...

Infertility can be a deeply challenging and emotional experience for anyone going through it.  For many, the dream of starting or growing a family is filled with excitement and hope, but when things...

Welcoming a new baby into your life is an experience filled with a range of emotions—joy, love, and excitement.  It truly is a beautiful time.  However, for many mothers, it can also bring feelings...

It’s hard to deny that social media has become a huge part of our daily lives, especially for teenagers. They use it to stay connected with friends, share their thoughts, and engage with the world...

When we talk about postpartum depression, we often think of new moms experiencing feelings of sadness or overwhelm after giving birth.  But did you know that postpartum depression in men is also a...

Imagine your child is a little bird.  To fly high and soar confidently, they need a safe nest to return to. That nest is secure attachment – a bond that provides a sense of safety, trust, and love....

Being a parent is like riding a rollercoaster: full of ups, downs, twists, and turns. And just when you think you've got it figured out, BAM!  Stress and relationship conflict rear their ugly heads....

Menopause: the midlife crisis of nature.  Okay, maybe not exactly a crisis, but definitely a significant life event that can bring about some unexpected twists and turns.  Hot flashes, night sweats,...

Alright, let's get real.  Stress is a part of life, just like paying taxes and dealing with traffic. But too much of it can do a number on your body. When you're constantly stressed, your body goes...

Alright, let's get real.  Being a young adult is like trying to navigate a maze blindfolded, with a map that's half-torn and a compass that's pointing in the wrong direction.  There's a lot of...

Alright, let's get real. Parenting is NO walk in the park.  It's a rollercoaster ride with more ups and downs than you can shake a stick at. The CDC recently reported that parents are feeling the...

Becoming a mom is one of the most amazing experiences in life.  It's filled with love, joy, and a whole lot of new challenges. While it's totally normal to feel overwhelmed, tired, and emotional...

College is often painted as this magical time of endless possibilities, new friends, and unforgettable experiences.  And hey, it can definitely be all that!  But let's be real – it’s also a huge...

Becoming a parent is one of life's greatest joys.  But let’s be real: childbirth can also be incredibly challenging. For some, the experience can be downright traumatic. Maybe you felt overwhelmed,...

Parenting is a wild ride, and for neurodivergent parents, it can feel like an extra-loopty-loop rollercoaster. But here's the secret: neurodivergence isn't a weakness, it's a different way of...

Going through a miscarriage is a deeply personal experience, and it can feel incredibly isolating. The statistics say that 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage, yet many women feel alone in their...

Teenage years can feel like a rollercoaster of emotions, and for many girls, anxiety can become a big part of the ride. If your 14-year-old daughter is struggling with anxiety, you're definitely not...

The first gurgle, the tiny fingers wrapped around yours – parenthood is a beautiful whirlwind. But for some new moms, intrusive thoughts and anxieties can cast a shadow over this precious time. ...

It can be hard to reach out for help with you are experiencing anxiety but that might be exactly what you need to do in order to feel better. Treatment for anxiety involves counseling and frequently...

By: Sarah Cline, LCSW, PMH-C   Corporations take advantage of social workers and other mental health professionals. In this article I will discuss how we are not compensated for our level of...

By: Suzie Hester, LCPC, PMH-C   It seems that as soon as the fireworks finish their grand finale, the summer starts it’s slow decent into back to school season. As a parent of two elementary school...

By: Sarah Cline, LCSW, PMH-C If you have a friend or a family member who is suffering from depression you may want to help but be unsure of how to. I am referring to a major depressive disorder in...

By: Sarah Cline, LCSW, PMH-C   I believe the analogy goes, if a tree falls in a forest at night and no one is around, does it even make a sound? This analogy inspired the title of this post. Let me...

Written by: Emily Majkrzak, MSW I remember the day my brother came out to me. He sat on my bed with such a serious demeanor and stated “we need to talk”. He took a deep breath and said “I’m gay.” I...

By: Sarah Cline, LCSW, PMH-C I believe it was Brene Brown, PH.D. (a researcher, author, and social work professor) who said, “The magic is in the mess.” As a young woman, lost in the mess of...

By Suzie Hester, LPC, PMH-C Everyday, I hear stories of individuals’ experiences with Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and the grief that occurs after the diagnosis. Sometimes grief is about...

Many of us dream of the day we have a child of our own. We dream of their sweet cuddles, coos, and adorable giggles. Most of us never imagine the anxiety and fear that sometimes accompanies...

We live in a culture that floods our brains with unrealistic images of how we should look. Normally those images are emphasizing youth, thinness, athleticism, whiteness, and flawless skin. For me it...