by Dorothy Moon | Mar 20, 2024 | All Posts, Demystifying Therapy, Dorothy Moon, Healthy Relationships
Dear potential client/individual with an avoidant attachment style, I know it wasn’t easy for you to reach out. You have worked hard your whole life to be self-sufficient not to have to rely on others, so this is a big step for you to seek therapy. It’s clear that...
by Dorothy Moon | Mar 18, 2024 | All Posts, Anxiety & Depression, Demystifying Therapy, Dorothy Moon, Healthy Relationships
Dear potential client/individual with an anxious attachment style, I know you feel anxious about the state of your relationships (family, plutonic, and romantic). This is what brings you to therapy. You’re constantly wondering if people in your life care about you or...
by Dorothy Moon | Mar 12, 2024 | All Posts, Dorothy Moon, Healthy Relationships
In life, we often prepare for significant events: we study for exams, undergo training for jobs, and take classes to improve our skills. Yet, when it comes to relationships, many of us dive in headfirst, hoping for the best without adequate preparation. Premarital...
by Dorothy Moon | Feb 22, 2024 | All Posts, Dorothy Moon, Healthy Relationships
Imagine tending to a campfire. You can be proactive, steadily adding small pieces of wood to maintain a consistent burn. By anticipating the fire’s needs, you ensure its strength and warmth remain steady. Alternatively, you can be reactive, neglecting the fire...
by CJ Clinkscales | Jan 23, 2024 | All Posts, CJ Clinkscales, Demystifying Therapy, EMDR and Trauma Recovery, Healthy Relationships
Grief and loss can be complex and perplexing. Typically, our society associates grief and loss with the death of a loved one, even though many other types of loss are often not taken into account. Loss can be physical, emotional, psychological, anticipated, symbolic,...
by Allison Kalivas | Dec 7, 2023 | All Posts, Allison Kalivas, Anxiety & Depression, Breaking Bad Habits, Demystifying Therapy, Family Dynamics, Healthy Relationships
One of the most effective ways to appropriately manage holiday stress is through clear communication and setting boundaries. This can be challenging, especially when dealing with family members who may not understand or respect your needs. Here are three fundamental...