How Has Therapy Failed Moms, Part 1?
As a perinatal mental health therapist, my specialty is working with individuals in all stages of raising a young family. From pregnancy to postpartum and beyond, I focus on helping those who feel like they are overwhelmed, stuck, or lonely in their stage of life. One common belief people have about therapists is that our […]
The Hidden Benefits of Counseling for Men by Brad Fittes
When men reach out to me to start counseling for the first time, they are often unaware of what the process looks like, what their role is and what my role is. We begin to answer these questions during the initial consultation and throughout the therapy journey. Despite not knowing what it all looks like, […]
The Secret to Staying Young by Meredith Amann
Life gets challenging. There used to be a nice ebb & flow of difficulties but in these post-COVID times, it seems pretty consistent. If there’s ever been a time to start preserving your youth, now is it! Let me ask you a question: What do you do that keeps you young? If it doesn’t come […]
Why Don’t Men Talk About Their Depression? by guest contributor John Harrison, LPCC
To me, as a female entrepreneur, this may be taboo but here it goes: I think men are often ignored in the health and wellness space. I feel responsible for empowering men and women, alike. And while I am fortunate to be among a group of fellow women providers, many treat women exclusively. Unfortunately, it’s […]
Social Connections Improve Health
Relationships Impact Health: The Strong Mental and Physical Link Human connection is a big part of who we are, but did you know that being able to CONNECT has an impact on your health? We all have family members, coworkers, service providers, customers, parishioners, and/or strangers we interact with on a daily basis. Although there […]
How Much Exercise Is Too Much? by guest contributor Dr. Ashley Solomon
Can Too Much Exercise Affect Your Mental Health Negatively? By Guest Contributor Dr. Ashley Solomon There are people who come into your life and have a profound effect. I can say this is true about Dr. Ashley Solomon, PsyD. As the owner of Galia Collaborative, Dr. Solomon has cultivated a community of forward thinkers who […]
How Your Poor Gut Health Is Driving Your Depression, Anxiety, and Mood Swings by Amy Hollenkamp
Did you know your gut is connected to your brain? I have noticed a very common thread while working with clients with gut issues. Most of my clients struggle with depression, anxiety, and mood swings. This connection is not a coincidence. I personally was depressed on and off during the peak of my gut issues. […]
