Most of us have said things to ourselves we’d never say to a friend. “Get it together.” “Stop being so weak.” “Everyone else can handle this, why can’t you?” We call it discipline. It’s actually just cruelty, aimed…
At first, this inner critic may seem helpful. You might think it keeps you motivated or pushes you toward success. However, constant self-criticism often does the opposite.
When people hear the words self-care, they often imagine expensive spa days, long vacations, or perfectly planned morning routines. But real self-care is usually much simpler than that. Sometimes self-care looks like stretching for five minutes before work.It…
The Importance of Self-Regulation in Relationships Most people want to stay calm during difficult conversations. They want to communicate clearly, express their needs, and set healthy boundaries. However, when emotions intensify, many people find themselves reacting in ways…
Strong relationships don’t grow by accident.
They don’t grow from more empathy, better conflict strategies, or even better communication skills. Some people assume strong relationships are built on a sense of safety and security. They aren’t. Strong relationships grow from something deeper
Graduate Therapist (Bilingual English/Spanish) Zoila Medina Zoila Medina is deeply committed to walking alongside individuals with compassion, care, and purpose through professional therapy. She believes healing begins when people feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported—especially during life’s most challenging…
Resident Therapist Ruth Hamstra As poet Robert Frost wrote, “The best way out is always through.” I believe we each have a unique story and adapt to change in our own way as we navigate life’s challenges. As a systemic therapist, I view people within the context…
Be well, give wellness Wrap up your year with 31 days of Wellness Each day in December, our mental health team will share short, research-based wellness videos on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and our Be Well YouTube playlist—simple practices we do ourselves to nurture…
When life feels noisy, crowded, or moving too fast, nature quietly invites us back to ourselves. Spending time outdoors doesn’t just feel good…
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