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Listening to emotions rather than shutting them down

Emotions are often seen as annoying, something we wish we didn't have, what we go to therapy to fix, or whims of character. However, they...

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Preemptive Grief: A personal experience

Preemptive grief, or anticipatory grief, is when we anticipate a significant loss, especially when a loved one is terminally ill or...

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Pursuit of Perfection

How to manage perfectionism. When perfectionism is helpful and when it is hurtful.

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The Vital Link: Understanding the Connection Between Physical and Mental Health

As a therapist, I often encounter misconceptions about the separation of mind and body. However, modern science and clinical experiences...

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Protecting Relationships with Boundaries

I'm often working with people that have a hard time being treated the way they want by friends, family or a partner. They might let...

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Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Anxiety and Avoidance

As a therapist, I often encounter clients caught in the challenging cycle of anxiety and avoidance. This cycle can be particularly...

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Anger: The Protective Emotion

Anger can protect us from feeling other emotions. These other emotions often tell us what we need before we can release the anger.