by Tammie Makely | Jan 26, 2026 | Anxiety, CBT, Depression, Family Therapy, Grief & Loss, Trauma, Wellness
One sunny morning in the Hundred Acre Wood, Pooh and his friends were planning a big picnic. Everyone was excited, but, as usual, each friend had their own special way of thinking and feeling, which made the day… well, a little complicated. Eeyore was first to...
by Cindy Vang | Jan 9, 2026 | Anxiety, Children & Teens, Depression, Family Therapy, Parenting, Relationships, Trauma
For the past few months, I have been doing a deep dive into the world of emotional neglect, which is not a new topic of interest. In fact, I first heard and started studying about this term in the early 2010s, but it had been part of child abuse research as far back...
by Leilani Mitchell | Dec 29, 2025 | Anxiety, CBT, Depression, Family Therapy, Parenting, Relationships
The holiday season, while often expected as an occasion for celebration and togetherness, can present a variety of stressors that challenge one’s mental health and with recent inflations causes even more stress and anxiety. The pressures associated with creating...
by Tammie Makely | Dec 20, 2025 | Children & Teens, Family Therapy, Grief & Loss, Parenting, Relationships, Trauma, Wellness
Have you ever seen the movie “Christmas with the Kranks”? Imagine Whoville but Krank-ier. According to Andie Bjornsfelt in his article “Stop trying to make Christmas with the Kranks happen”, he explains that “The couple’s 20-ish daughter, Blair, is going away to...
by Leilani Mitchell | Dec 2, 2025 | Anxiety, CBT, Depression, Family Therapy, Men's Issues, Trauma, Wellness
With the progression of the seasons and the advent of shorter daylight hours, a substantial number of individuals experience discernible shifts in mood and energy. For some, these changes manifest as a more severe mental health condition known as Seasonal Affective...
by Leilani Mitchell | Nov 13, 2025 | Anxiety, CBT, Family Therapy, Grief & Loss, Parenting, Relationships, Wellness
The holiday season is often depicted as a period of joy, unity, and celebration. However, for many individuals, it may also give rise to heightened levels of stress, anxiety, and emotional strain. The necessity to balance familial obligations, social events, and...
