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Co-parenting 101: What Information Belongs to my Ex?

Being an ex is never the optimal outcome. We don’t go into relationships thinking they will end, but unfortunately relationships do end and when children are involved, things can get sticky. It’s quite common for people who were once each others confidantes to struggle with now being exes. You may not be sure what information […]

Anxiety or Just Stress? 16 Signs It’s Time to Seek Help

It’s part of the human condition to experience stress. In fact, stress can be broken down into two types, one which is beneficial to you (like when stressing out over your vacation leads to spending extra time on the computer and scoring a great deal on a hotel room), and one which can be negative […]

The Power of Therapy: How Therapy Changed Brooke’s Life

Today’s guest post is by my friend and writer Brooke Edwards. I’ve known Brooke since our college years and she continues to amaze me with her bravery and openness about her life events. She wrote this for you to help you understand the power of therapy in her life. I’m a firm believer in the […]

10 Signs of a Toxic Relationship

All relationships have their ups and downs. Some amount of conflict is to be expected, because two people can never be constantly in sync. Relationships are meant to be a give-and-take, a partnership in which both parties are enriched. But there are relationships that do more harm than good. Toxic relationships don’t necessarily start out […]

3 Books To Help Your Child with Anxiety and Worries

Every child experiences worry, fear, anxiety and frustration from time to time. Does it ever seem like it’s too much for your family to handle? Some children have a harder time than others in dealing with these big feelings, even when the source of the feelings seem minor. Other children have major things going on […]

Is Play Therapy Right For My Child?

If you’ve never heard much about it, play therapy can seem a bit mysterious. Maybe your child’s pediatrician or school has recommended play therapy for your son or daughter. Or maybe you’ve heard it mentioned and wondered if it might be a good fit for your kid. As adults, the thought of playing during therapy […]

4 Things to Do When Life Sucks

“Goodness and Karma Bat Last” – Anne Lamott I’ll be honest. I’m writing this post to process and hopefully connect with others who are struggling with the notion of why bad things happen to good people. This theme continues to be repeated throughout my personal life, with family and friends, work, and even in the […]

5 Reasons To Start Therapy

Seeking the help of a mental health professional can sometimes feel like a giant leap into the unknown. Even arriving at the decision to try therapy can take time. Many people believe therapy is only for people with a diagnosable mental health condition, and this simply isn’t true. While those dealing with mental health […]

12 Ways to De-Stress Everyday

STRESS really should be a four letter word, it often seems THAT BAD. Just hoverin’ around, always waiting to pounce, often when you least expect it. Stress isn’t just in our heads. High stress levels lead to all kinds of physical issues – from headaches to weight gain to even more serious issues like cancer. […]

22 Characteristics of Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships

You’ve struggled with relationships. You’ve often wondered what a healthy relationship even looks like. Wonder no more- here’s a quick list of characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships. I’ve tried to explain most a bit more to help you really “see” how your relationships fit into each category. Take a look and see where your […]