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For many survivors of sexual assault, the news these days is bad — and quite possibly, psychologically triggering. It’s painful to watch powerful men not only avoiding consequences for rape and sexual abuse, but being elevated to some of the highest positions in our government. If you’re overwhelmed right now, you’re not alone. And you’re not wrong. Anyone who is struggling deserves support and care. Here are a few suggestions from a therapist that might help.

As the end of another year approaches quickly, many people start making plans to begin therapy in the New Year. But waiting until the clock strikes midnight on December 31st to begin looking for a therapist might mean missing out on crucial opportunities to prioritize your mental health now.

It’s become increasingly evident that we’re living through complex and difficult times. Many people are calling this “The Age of Polycrisis”, as we’re facing multiple, interconnected crises at once. More than ever, people are seeking somatic therapy to better support their emotional regulation and resilience. Somatic therapy can be an invitation to get to know our bodies and nervous systems better.

With election season in full swing, many of our clients report struggling to manage the overwhelming influx of news as they prepare for Election Day on November 5th. Fortunately, they also report feeling more empowered once they learn that there are things they can do to help reduce their election-related anxiety and overwhelm. We hope that these six strategies can also help you regain a sense of peace and control in these uncertain times.

Bi+ identities continue to be misunderstood and misrepresented both by straight society as well as within the LGBTQ+ community, but bi folks deserve better. As always, we’re here to bust stigma and set myths straight.

Having high standards and an unrelenting work ethic can help us achieve challenging goals. It works up to a point, before its negative side effects, like poor self-esteem and procrastination, catch up with us.

If you feel like your own perfectionistic standards have been working against you, it may be time to embrace the concept of “Good Enough.” Here are some ways to start embracing “good enough” and loosen the grip that perfectionism has on us.

Nonviolent Communication is about cultivating a language of compassion—it’s both a spirit and a process. And, while it’s fairly straightforward, I’ve witnessed swift and dramatic improvements in couples’ attunement, listening skills, kindness, and willingness to understand their partners once they get practicing. Here I’ll share an overview and some additional resources so you can start applying NVC skills in your relationships—romantic, platonic, familial and otherwise.

Mixed identity can be a source of pride and joy. It can also be enormously frustrating to feel othered, misunderstood, or made invisible — at times, even within our own families.

If you’re multiracial, you probably have spent time reflecting on how your heritage has shaped you. And you may have a different perspective on race and culture than your monoracial counterparts.

Finding balance between independence and connection is a challenge many couples face. With healthy interdependence, partners can maintain their individuality while offering mutual support. Whether you’re navigating hyper-independence or codependence, these strategies can help you and your partner grow closer without losing yourselves.