by Allison Kalivas | Dec 7, 2023 | All Posts, Allison Kalivas, Breaking Bad Habits, Demystifying Therapy, Family Dynamics, Healthy Relationships
Welcome to the holiday season, that magical time of year when twinkling lights and festive songs somehow coincide with the urge to hide under the nearest table at family gatherings. Before you start practicing your ‘I’m just here for the pie’ face in...
by Allison Kalivas | Nov 29, 2023 | All Posts, Allison Kalivas, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy
In the relentless pursuit of caring for others, it’s not uncommon for healthcare professionals and first responders to encounter the twin shadows of burnout and compassion fatigue. These are not just mere occupational hazards but deep emotional and psychological...
by CJ Clinkscales | Nov 22, 2023 | All Posts, Anxiety & Depression, CJ Clinkscales, Demystifying Therapy, Healthy Relationships
The impact of early childhood experiences on an individual’s mental and emotional well-being cannot be overstated. For men who have faced abuse during their formative years, the effects can linger into adulthood, influencing relationships, self-esteem, and...
by CJ Clinkscales | Nov 13, 2023 | All Posts, CJ Clinkscales, Demystifying Therapy
Living with bipolar disorder can be a challenging journey for anyone, but it comes with its own unique set of experiences and pressures for men. In a world that often expects men to be strong, stoic, and in control of their emotions, coping with bipolar disorder can...
by AJ Grovert | Nov 13, 2023 | AJ Grovert, All Posts
As an enthusiastic supporter of pie and carbs, Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays. As a psychologist, it’s also a very busy season. Conceptually I love the idea of gratitude for bounty and harvest and setting aside time to gather with family and...
by CJ Clinkscales | Oct 26, 2023 | All Posts, Anxiety & Depression, CJ Clinkscales, Demystifying Therapy
Shame is a complex emotion that we often struggle to identify or confront. It is frequently confused with guilt, which is the feeling of having done something wrong. Shame, on the other hand, is the belief that we are inherently flawed and that everything we do is a...
