By Jenna D'Angelo, LAC The question arrives differently for everyone. Sometimes it whispers in the quiet moments when you catch yourself reaching for a leash that's no longer needed. Other times, it crashes in like a wave when a friend mentions a litter of puppies, or you pass by the shelter where you first metContinue reading "Am I Ready for Another Pet? How to Know If You’re Ready to Love Again"
When Your Feelings Take Over: 4 Reasons Why Emotional Regulation Feels So Hard
By Reema Patel, LAMFT Will My Anxiety Ever Get Better? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your emotions, feeling angry before you can stop yourself, shutting down when you wish you could speak up, or flooded with shame after an argument, you’re not alone. Learn why emotional regulation is so hard, how your past might beContinue reading "When Your Feelings Take Over: 4 Reasons Why Emotional Regulation Feels So Hard"
I Cheated—Now What? A New Jersey Therapist’s Guide to Rebuilding Trust
By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT When you’re the one who cheated, the weight of what you’ve done can hit hard. If you’ve cheated and want to save your relationship, you’re likely overwhelmed and unsure where to start. The guilt, shame, and fear of losing your partner can be paralyzing. You may wonder, “Can my relationship survive this?”Continue reading "I Cheated—Now What? A New Jersey Therapist’s Guide to Rebuilding Trust"
How Do You Know When It’s Time To Divorce? Tips From A NJ Marriage Counselor
By Jaunai Staton, LAMFT Have you caught yourself Googling “I hate my husband” (or wife), “divorce lawyers near me”, or wondering whether it’s time to leave, and then immediately felt guilty for even thinking about it? Relationships are complicated. Even if you once cared deeply about your partner, there can come a point where the relationshipContinue reading "How Do You Know When It’s Time To Divorce? Tips From A NJ Marriage Counselor"
Cannabis and Couples Therapy: Can It Help Improve Relationships?
Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with your primary care doctor before making any decisions about cannabis use. By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Can Cannabis Help With Communication? Couples therapy usually focuses on the classics: communication breakdowns, unresolved conflict, and trust issues. But lately, someContinue reading "Cannabis and Couples Therapy: Can It Help Improve Relationships?"
Can Cannabis Help with PTSD? A Cannabis-Informed Therapist Weighs In
Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with your primary care doctor before making any decisions about cannabis use for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or trauma recovery. By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT What is PTSD? Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing aContinue reading "Can Cannabis Help with PTSD? A Cannabis-Informed Therapist Weighs In"
What Every BIPOC Helping Professional Should Know About Impostor Syndrome
By Jayln Giles-Ewell, LAAT, ATR-P You’ve worked hard, gotten your degree(s) and credentials, perhaps even completed fieldwork for this position during one of your programs. Maybe you’re someone who even graduated with distinction, has been formally recognized for your work, or even passed your boards on the first try. And yet, with all of your experience,Continue reading "What Every BIPOC Helping Professional Should Know About Impostor Syndrome"
8 Ways to Help Someone with Borderline Personality Disorder: Why Your Support Really Matters
By Jenna D'Angelo, LAC Do You Love Someone With Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)? In the first piece, I wrote from the inside: what it feels like to live with Borderline Personality Disorder, to carry emotions that arrive loud and fast, and to navigate a world that often misunderstands. This part is for the people standingContinue reading "8 Ways to Help Someone with Borderline Personality Disorder: Why Your Support Really Matters"
Can CBD Really Help With Trauma? Here’s What Science Says
Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with your primary care doctor before making any decisions about cannabis use. By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Trauma Lives in the Body (Not Just the Mind) Trauma isn't just about what happened; it's about what stays with you afterward.Continue reading "Can CBD Really Help With Trauma? Here’s What Science Says"
How to Break Free From Generational Trauma Patterns That Are Keeping You Stuck
By Jayln Giles-Ewell, LAAT, ATR-P When it comes to your family, do you ever find yourself thinking, “Why do they always do this?” Maybe you notice certain behaviors in your cousins, or you see the same arguments pop up at every family gathering. Perhaps you even notice similarities in how you (or your siblings) parent versusContinue reading "How to Break Free From Generational Trauma Patterns That Are Keeping You Stuck"