May 12, 2026

This One Goes Out to All the Eldest Daughters (Or High Achieving Over Functioning Women That Relate to Them :)

I see you, I feel you, I am you. You carry so much, but you do it so well that hardly anyone notices. "It's fine, everything's fine." You are an overfunctioner — hyper aware of the emotions in the room, constantly taking the emotional temperature...
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February 6, 2026

The Surprising Gifts of Struggles

Life would be so much better without the struggles…but would it? Growing up as a millennial, I remember hearing the cynical, nihilistic saying “Life sucks and then you die.” As harsh and depressing as that sounds, it seems that more recently we are facing an...
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November 17, 2025

Ways to Stay Sane and Connected Throughout the Holidays

It’s that time of year again—fa-la-las, bright lights, full calendars, and endless reminders and invites. The holidays offer a chance to connect with something bigger than ourselves: our community, our purpose, our relationships, and our sense of belonging. This season often brings both joy and...
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November 7, 2025

CBT for Phobias: Proven Strategies to Overcome Fear and Regain Confidence

Everyone experiences fear, but when that fear becomes overwhelming, persistent, and begins to limit your daily life, it can develop into a phobia. Whether it’s the fear of flying, spiders, public speaking, or medical procedures, phobias can create intense distress that feels impossible to control. The good news is that there’s an effective, evidence-based approach that helps people confront and overcome these fears: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
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