by Jennie Lopez | Mar 2, 2026 | Anxiety, CBT, Depression, Mindfulness, Wellness
Picture this: Your brain is like a hyperactive puppy that’s constantly chasing every shiny thought, random memory, or notification. Mindfulness is teaching that puppy to sit, stay, and just be in the moment without yanking on the leash every five seconds. ...
by Jennie Lopez | Feb 6, 2026 | Anxiety, CBT, Children & Teens, Depression, Men's Issues, Relationships, Trauma, Wellness
Does your brain ever feel like it’s running on a low battery or like you have too many tabs open? Life in 2026 is a lot! Family responsibilities, work emails, the never ending pile of laundry…when does it ever end and how can I pour into myself while keeping up with...
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 Tammie Makely | Jan 16, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Wellness
The holidays are officially over. The leftovers have vanished (either eaten, frozen, or quietly ignored), and it’s time to take down the shiny tinsel that’s been sparkling in our living rooms for well over the past month. It’s as if once the lights come down and the...
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...