Life throws us curveballs, and sometimes those curveballs hit us right in the feels. We all experience a range of emotions, from soaring highs to crushing lows. But what happens when those emotions feel overwhelming, like a runaway train? That’s where emotional regulation comes in, and therapy can be a powerful tool for learning this essential life… Continue reading Taming the Emotional Rollercoaster: Learning Emotional Regulation in Therapy
Category: Life Topics
Understanding Differentiation
Navigating relationships can be one of life’s most rewarding, and also most challenging, experiences. In therapy, a concept that can significantly improve how we connect with others is “differentiation.” But what exactly does that mean, and how can it benefit you? Let’s break it down… Understanding Differentiation At its core, differentiation is about: Knowing… Continue reading Understanding Differentiation
Invisible Contracts: Why relationships feel so hard
Why Do We Think We’re Supposed to Just Know How to Be in a Relationship? If we’re lucky, we grew up with a model of healthy, respectful relationships. But many of us didn’t. And even if we did, who’s to say that what worked for our parents—or whoever modeled that relationship—will work for us? Or… Continue reading Invisible Contracts: Why relationships feel so hard
Grief Recovery
Recovering from grief is a deeply personal and often overwhelming journey, and finding meaning within that process is crucial for healing. Grief can shatter one’s sense of purpose and direction, leaving a void that is both painful and disorienting. By seeking meaning, individuals can begin to make sense of their loss, transforming their suffering into… Continue reading Grief Recovery