Prioritize Your Health

If you have ever been told that you are “too sensitive,” “too emotional,” or “need to toughen up,” you are not alone. Being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) is not a flaw or weakness; it is simply a different way of experiencing the world.  According to psychologist Dr. Elaine Aron, who coined the term, about 15–20% of the population falls into this category. That means your nervous system processes stimuli like sound, light, people’s moods, or your own emotions, more deeply t

If you are parenting a child who seems deeply affected by things others brush off, you may have asked yourself, Why do they feel everything so intensely? Maybe they cry easily. Get overstimulated in loud, crowded places.

There are things you have been carrying for so long, you barely notice the weight anymore. You show up. You take care of others. You work...

When you are struggling with your mental health, the loneliness can feel just as painful as the anxiety or sadness itself. You might be...

If you have ever experienced a panic attack, you know it can feel like the world is crashing in on you. Your heart races, your chest...

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and while many conversations center on assault by strangers or acquaintances, there’s one truth...

If you are reading this, you have probably watched Inside Out 2, the sequel to the beloved movie that took us on an emotional journey...

Immigrating to a new country can be an exciting adventure, full of opportunities and new beginnings. However, it can also bring about...

Sexual trauma is a topic shrouded in misconceptions and silence. While the basics are often discussed, many aspects remain less understood

If you're reading this, perhaps you or someone close to you has experienced sexual trauma. It's a deeply personal, often painful journey...

Understanding the dynamics of your relationship can sometimes be challenging, especially when it involves sensitive issues like sexual abuse

Hi, As the year draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reach out to you, not just as a therapist, but as someone who genuinely...

Often, when we hear 'abuse', we picture physical violence, right? But there's more to it. Abuse isn't always loud or visible. Sometimes,...

Have you ever sat across from your partner, staring into their eyes, and felt like there was an impenetrable wall between the two of you?...

If you've clicked on this article, it may be because you're going through an unspeakably tough time, or you're concerned about someone...

When we're navigating the tricky waters of dating or getting to know someone on a deeper level, we often get caught up in the whirlwind...

Backpacks are packed, new school supplies glisten, and the air is filled with a mix of nervousness and eagerness. Your child stands on...

Financial stress, like an anchor pulling us down, can exert a heavy toll on our mental health. Constant worry about bills, debts, and...

Before you complete this thought, “I am not an artistic person”, I implore you to hear me out. Creating art is not limited to the...

Have you ever experienced that unsettling moment when someone says or does something that appears harmless on the surface, but deep down,...