by Leilani Mitchell | Aug 29, 2025 | Blog, CBT, Children & Teens, Depression, Relationships, Trauma, Wellness
When it comes to trauma and emotional regulation, one concept that has gained significant attention in recent years is the “window of tolerance.” Developed by Dr. Dan Siegel, the window of tolerance refers to the best zone of arousal where a person is able...
by Leilani Mitchell | Aug 4, 2025 | Family Therapy, Parenting, Teen, Wellness
The return to school each Fall marks a period of anticipation, adjustment, and, for many, anxiety. As students swap summer freedom for academic structure, the challenge of maintaining a healthy balance between scholastic achievement and mental well-being becomes...
by Tammie Makely | Jul 30, 2025 | CBT, Depression, Relationships, Trauma, Wellness
Wren is a 29-year-old, female, marketing coordinator who has been preparing for a big presentation at work for almost two weeks. It was her first time presenting to her senior leadership and she was hopeful that everything would be perfect. As she took the podium,...
by Leilani Mitchell | Jul 14, 2025 | Blog, Depression, Trauma, Wellness
Have you ever noticed how the concept of a bridge pops up in so many aspects of our lives? Whether we’re journaling after a long day or reaching out to a friend, these “bridges” help us span the often-daunting gaps between emotion and understanding, between isolation...
by Tammie Makely | Jul 7, 2025 | Grief & Loss, Trauma, Wellness
Our eyes are really fascinating parts of who we are. Did you know that each of our eyes contains over 2-million working parts or that our eyes are the most complex organs in our body, following the brain…of course? Did you know that our eyes can distinguish over...
by Tammie Makely | Jun 3, 2025 | Depression, Men's Issues, Relationships, Trauma, Wellness
Larry is a 39-year-old father of three who currently works as a project manager for a large construction company near his home. He is happily married, has friends that he regularly hangs out with, and feels proud of himself for his daily accomplishments. On the...
