Clinical Insights

You can tell me about your relationships. We can talk about the partner you can't seem to trust. The parent whose approval you're still chasing. The friend you're afraid to disappoint. The way you disappear when someone is angry with you. The way you want...

You’ve done the work. You’ve sat in therapy offices, named the hard things, unpacked the past, and traced the stories of your pain back to their roots. And yet — something still doesn’t feel resolved. Maybe it’s the tightness in your chest that shows up without...

You’ve done the work. You’ve sat in therapy offices, named the hard things, unpacked the past, and traced the stories of your pain back to their roots. And yet — something still doesn’t feel resolved. Maybe it’s the tightness in your chest that shows up without...

It’s common to feel unsure where to begin in a therapy session. Some people come in with a specific topic to unpack or a long list to discuss, while others come to therapy knowing they “need help” but may not have the language to describe their experience just yet. It...

Many of us move through life with a loud inner critic that speaks to us in ways we would never speak to someone else. This critical, harsh, and oftentimes loud, voice can make already difficult situations much more challenging. Imagine reaching out to a friend during...

Somatic therapy is becoming more and more popular, and thus, more discussed (and for good reason!)  As people deepen their understanding of trauma, stress, and the nervous system, many are seeking approaches to healing that go beyond “just” talking. Traditional...

In a world that urges us to move faster and do more, it’s easy to lose touch with the quiet, sacred parts of ourselves — the parts that know how to listen, feel, and belong.For many, therapy is not only a place to heal or understand patterns; it’s a place to remember...

The holidays are often painted as a season of joy and connection — yet for many, they also bring stress, overstimulation, or emotional overwhelm. Even when surrounded by people we love, our nervous system can struggle to stay regulated amidst travel, disrupted...

For many of us, anger is one of the hardest emotions to welcome. It’s often labeled as destructive, shameful, or something to “get rid of.” But beneath its intensity, anger is one of the most intelligent forces within us — a sacred messenger that points to what’s been...

Oftentimes, when people think of therapy, they imagine tools, techniques, or strategies for managing emotions and life challenges. While those are important and useful, research shows that one of the most powerful parts of therapy isn’t a worksheet or a coping skill,...

By Sarah Swaney We live in a world where disconnection from nature has become the norm. Many of us spend most of our time indoors often in environments without access to green spaces, especially in urban areas where yards, balconies, or even windows that open can be a...

In the process of religious deconstruction, it’s easy to feel pressure to figure it all out—to name what we believe, where we stand, and how we’ll navigate relationships moving forward. That urgency makes sense. Many of us were taught we must know the...

The most recent studies on American adults show that stress levels are at an all-time high and that the list of physical symptoms and diagnoses related to chronic stress continues to grow. It’s impossible to eliminate all stress from our lives, but that doesn’t mean...

We all experience dysregulation during different moments of our lives for a multitude of reasons. Dysregulation can feel and look different for all of us; some of us may experience depression-like symptoms, where we may feel numb and apathetic. Others may experience...

For many of us, our relationship with our bodies can be complicated- whether it’s how our bodies function, how they look, or even how they feel. This relationship with our body can lead to challenges with our body image, or the thoughts, feelings and beliefs you...

In recent years, there has been a growing need and interest in so-called “alternative" (more on this later) forms of therapy for mental health conditions. Among these emerging modalities is ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Ketamine has garnered attention for its...

We each need spiritual connection, no matter our belief system. Every person’s spirituality is unique, and just like every other part of our lives, we need to nurture it to feel our best. Whether you’re in a rut, deconstructing from organized religion, or seeking...

Does this feel familiar? You’re back home for the holidays. You wake up at noon and roll out of bed to find the coffee pot empty. You’re surprised by how outraged you feel at your brother, who most certainly took that last cup. Your mom asks you a question about your...

When you think about setting boundaries, what happens in your body? Do you notice a change in your heart rate? You may feel a weight in your chest or a pit in your stomach. Are you flooded with extra nervous energy or are you falling into a sleepy lull? If so, you...

If you grew up in purity culture, you may find it nearly impossible to connect with your sexuality in a way that feels genuine and enjoyable. You may experience PTSD symptoms during consensual sexual experiences, even within marriage. You may wonder if the sexual...

What does it feel like to dissociate? If I have trauma, does that mean I dissociate? If I don’t have trauma, does that mean I can’t dissociate? Sometimes I zone out while I’m driving, does this mean I have a disorder? Dissociation is a hot topic these days. Now that...