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Mindfulness
What is mindfulness? It’s pretty likely that you’ve heard of mindfulness before. And chances are that you may have an […]
7 Myths About Couples Therapy: Things You Should Know Before Starting
You need help and don’t know where to turn. You have no idea what to expect and just go off […]
The Power of Self-Forgiveness
The Power of Self-Forgiveness. There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from being your own harshest judge, from […]
The Intentional Wellness Practice: “No”
I want to start this month’s blog by prefacing that this month’s blog is very personal, but in a way […]
Self-Care Habits
This month I decided to share a couple of my own self-care habits—engaging in nature and writing poetry. Going for […]
A Series on Men’s Mental Health: Loneliness
Why do so many men feel lonely? Hi, my name is Jacob, and I’m a therapist. I have a couple […]
The Therapeutic Power of Flowers
Spring is here! I love the flowers, but I have to admit the haze of pollen in the air is […]
Embracing Winter: A Therapist’s Guide to Rest and Slow Down
On February 2, during the annual Groundhog Day ceremony, Phil the groundhog saw his shadow predicting six more weeks of […]
Signs You Might Have A Porn Addiction
Have you ever wondered if you have an addiction to pornography, or has someone told you that you have an […]
The Art of Slowing Down: Why You’re Not Falling Behind
Our bodies were meant to live at a slow, simple pace. We were meant to breathe, be present, and allow […]
Discovering the True Self
“Beneath the frenzied activity and the frantic thoughts that dominate our daily lives exists a quiet voice” (p. 13). One […]
When the Soul Grieves Too: The Sacred Integration of Counseling and Ordained Ministry
I have just come from a church sanctuary. Now I sit in a therapy room. A woman sits across from […]
The Physical and Emotional Effects of Anticipatory Grief in Pet Loss
Grieving a pet not only affects us emotionally, it is also deeply physical. I have experienced this firsthand, with my […]
When Faith Hurts: Understanding Spiritual Abuse, Religious Trauma, and How EFT Can Help
Faith and spirituality are meant to be sources of comfort, community, and meaning. For many, they offer hope in times […]
Finding Your Balance Through Wellness and Therapy
Wellness is more than a checklist. It is a way of living that touches every part of life including your […]
Exploring the Experience of Third Culture Kids and Missionary Kids: Identity, Belonging, and the Role of Therapy
The Missionary Kid (“MK”)is a subset of the larger grouping of the Third Culture Kids (“TCK”). Research has indicated that […]
5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Therapy
So you have started therapy. Eager to meet your goals and “do it right”. I hate to burst your bubble […]
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy – What Is It, and Is It For Me?
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy – What Is It, and Is It For Me? Do you and your partner find that […]
Gentle Parenting
Gentle Parenting: Myths, Misunderstandings & What It Really Looks Like “Gentle parenting” gets thrown around a lot these days, especially […]
Turning Grief Into Purpose: A Journey of Healing in the New Year
As we ring in a new year, we often find ourselves reflecting on the past and setting intentions for the […]
Flexible Boundaries for the Holidays
We’re into the holiday season, but believe it or not, there’s still time to check in with yourself and your […]
The Social Agenda: A Series
As a Millennial, I was blessed to have a childhood that encompassed both dropping off disposable cameras at Rite-Aid […]
Thoughts from a Black Millennial Therapist
I knew I wanted to be a therapist when I felt a sense of safety and comfort from those around […]
Completing the Stress Cycle
Maybe you’ve heard of the book, The Body Keeps the Score. In this book Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk does […]
