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Breaking the Cycle: How to Stop Avoiding Social Situations and Build Confidence as a Young Adult
Social anxiety can make you avoid social situations, but this often increases your anxiety. The good news? You can break the cycle. With small steps and the right tools, you can build confidence and reclaim your social life as a young adult.
What if My Partner is Polyamorous and I'm Not?
Relationships are complex, and every couple is unique. But what if one partner is polyamorous and the other isn't? This can bring up many questions, and it's key to approach it with openness and understanding. In this blog, I'll discuss how to navigate these differences, communicate clearly, set boundaries, and find compromises that work for both partners.
Addressing Microaggressions Toward Your Gender Identity
Navigating a marginalized gender identity often means dealing with subtle microaggressions that can have a lasting emotional impact. How can you address these while respecting your boundaries? Here are a few empowering strategies.
Navigating Midlife Transitions: How Therapy Can Support Men's Mental Health
Midlife can be challenging for many men, bringing feelings of uncertainty and frustration. Career shifts, identity questions, or life dissatisfaction may arise unexpectedly. The good news is that therapy can provide support to help navigate these transitions.
Thinking About Therapy as a Young Adult? Here’s What You Should Know
Thinking about therapy as a young adult? You’re not alone. Whether it’s college stress, career doubts, relationship issues, or finding yourself, therapy can help. Let’s tackle some common questions young adults have when considering therapy.
Healing Past Wounds with Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Trauma can feel like an invisible weight, silently shaping how you feel and interact with the world. If you're struggling with unresolved trauma, psychodynamic psychotherapy offers a path to healing. But what is it, and how can it help?
Navigating Career Pressures: Work Stress and Burnout in Men
In today’s fast-paced world, men often face immense pressure in their careers, balancing deadlines, career growth, and family life. This stress can lead to burnout if not addressed. But what is burnout, and how can you manage it? Let’s break it down.
Understanding Shame and Its Impact on LGBTQIQ+ People
Shame can hold us back, especially for LGBTQIQ+ individuals facing societal and cultural pressures. In this blog, we'll explore how shame affects the community and share steps to overcome it, embracing pride and self-acceptance.
Understanding Codependent Relationships: What You Need to Know
Codependent relationships can be tough to navigate, but understanding what they are and how they work is the first step toward healthier connections.
Discovering Authenticity: Therapy’s Role in Gender Identity Exploration
Having a discussion about gender identity can be a bit complicated. If you’re currently finding yourself confused, working with a therapist can be a great resource for discovering authenticity and gaining some answers.
Stepping into Adulthood: Understanding the Benefits of Psychodynamic Therapy
Becoming an adult can be a scary process. Psychodynamic therapy is one option under the talk therapy umbrella that is worth exploring. Here’s a deeper look.
Strength in Seeking Help: Effective Strategies for Men Facing Depression
When men experience depression, the focus is often placed on physical symptoms like headaches, back pain, sleep disturbances, and physical intimacy troubles. Here are some strategies for managing depression.