In today’s world, mental health challenges among teenagers are on the rise. Academic pressures, social media, uncertainty in the world, and constantly shifting social dynamics all contribute to heightened stress and anxiety. Despite this growing awareness, many teens still struggle to open up about their…

In today’s world, staying busy is often worn as a badge of honor. From packed calendars to never-ending to-do lists, many of us are constantly on the move. But beneath the surface, this constant busyness may not just be a drive for productivity; it can…

Social anxiety can make even simple interactions like introducing yourself to others, speaking up in class or in a work meeting, or even just ordering coffee feel overwhelming. For many, the fear of being judged, embarrassed, or rejected turns everyday situations into major stressors. The…

Almost every parent has been there before. You watch your teen procrastinate on homework, scroll endlessly on their phone, or show no interest in chores or their future goals. It’s easy to assume laziness is the answer, but that’s not typically the full picture. Motivation…

We all have thoughts that pop into our heads automatically. Sometimes these thoughts are encouraging, but we’re not immune to self-critical or fear-based thoughts. For people struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges, these negative thought patterns can feel like a constant cycle…

Anxiety doesn’t just come from external stressors. It can grow from the way we think about situations, too. Our minds sometimes fall into thought traps or cognitive distortions. Some of these include patterns of thinking that exaggerate fears, distort reality, or keep us stuck in…

Every person in the world comes with their own past history, experiences, and challenges they’ve overcome. That’s why the world of therapy has so many different approaches. The different approaches were created to help target certain personalities, challenges, or preferences. Despite all the different options…

You’ve been here before. It’s late. You’re already in bed. The rest of the world is quiet and probably asleep, but you’re lying there trying to navigate all of these anxious thoughts stuck in your head. Your brain is racing. You’re replaying old conversations, worrying…

Postpartum depression is often one of the first things that comes to mind when thinking about the emotional challenges that new mothers face. It’s being recognized and talked about more frequently, and it’s starting to become less stigmatized. But postpartum depression isn’t the only emotional…

Growing up is an exciting time, but it doesn’t come without its challenges. Teenagers have to deal with many different internal and external changes that can cause added layers of stress and anxiety. They’re going through bodily changes like skin problems, height spurts, voice changes,…

Let’s face it: being a teenager isn’t easy, especially in today’s world. Teens can be left feeling like they’re constantly trying to catch up just to meet their own expectations—and the expectations that their family, teachers, coaches, friends, and social media set out for them.…

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, is a mental health condition that is characterized by its intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors. If you experience symptoms of OCD, you may feel that these obsessions and compulsions take control over you and your life. You may even feel…