You may have heard of the term “HSP” or “highly sensitive person” before, but what does it mean? And, how do you know or discover you are one? Well, there is no simple answer or a manual you can read to find out… Yet. But, that’s what I’m here for! To help give you a […]

Depression… We all know what this is. That feeling of hopelessness, despair, and being stuck. And, for the highly sensitive person (HSP), depression can be a regular visitor or an old friend. HSPs are twice as likely to experience depression in their lifetime as the general population. And when you’re a woman, the statistics go […]

So…Anxiety. The thing “everyone” has these days, right? (and, for about a million good reasons…) But, anxiety truly is a major problem that affects many people. It can be especially challenging for us women who are highly sensitive (HSP). As an HSP woman, you are more likely to experience anxiety than other women.  And, unfortunately, […]

Affirmations! You know I love these. Affirmations for combating negative self-talk. Affirmations for imposter syndrome. All of it! When we view normal mistakes as character flaws, we can’t possibly have a positive self-image. When we don’t have a positive self-image, we settle for unhealthy partners and bad relationships. So, the negative self-assessment must stop. Nature […]

You got a new job. Found your first love. Got married. Broke up. Got a divorce. Had a baby. Graduated. Moved across the country. Lost a loved one. Made a huge career shift. Or, you simply had a major life transition that knocked you off of your feet and you know you need support. This […]

“We’re not meant to be, it’s never going to change. So, let’s at least agree to go our separate ways. Not gonna judge you when you’re with somebody else, long as you swear you won’t be pissed when I do it myself. Let’s end it like we should and say we’re good.” -Dua Lipa, “We’re […]

When was the last time you had a “good cry”? You know what I’m talking about. Of course, you do. The kind of cry that feels cathartic, even inevitable. Maybe it was prompted by a song, a movie, a photo, a memory. Perhaps, you were laying in bed and just let it all out. Or, […]

Have you ever felt “stuck”? Like you just can’t get over whatever is holding you down? You can’t get past the hurt you feel, no matter how hard you try. Perhaps, you’re holding onto something so tightly you don’t even know it’s also holding you back. It’s become a part of the fabric of your […]

Bills bills bills… Money for your needs. Money for your wants. Oh, and money for those things you know you should be purchasing, but they’re not quite as fun as the “wants” list. Of course, this is a therapy blog. So, I’m going to have an opinion about where therapy falls on that list!  You […]