By: Taylor Zanon, LAMFT (she/her) As you may be wondering, I’ve heard about codependency on TikTok but never truly understood what it meant. There have been many interpretations and misconceptions about codependency, so let’s break it down. Simply put, codependency happens when one person's well-being becomes solely wrapped up in another person's life or problems.Continue reading "Understanding Codependency in Young Adults: Signs, Causes, and Recovery"
7 Ways Play Therapy Can Help Your Child: A Parent’s Guide to Therapeutic Play
By Taylor Zanon, LAMFT Is your child struggling to express their emotions? You're not alone. As parents, watching our children battle with anxiety, sadness, or frustration—especially when they can't find the words to tell us what's wrong—can leave us feeling helpless. But there's hope, which comes in a form that speaks your child's natural language:Continue reading "7 Ways Play Therapy Can Help Your Child: A Parent’s Guide to Therapeutic Play"
To The Woman Who Can’t Stop Hating Herself
By Melody Smith, LPC Dear Friend, I want you to take a moment and breathe. You’re in a tough place right now, and it’s okay to feel lost. It’s hard to carry the weight of self hatred. I want you to know that you’re not alone in this struggle. You talk down to yourself constantly.Continue reading "To The Woman Who Can’t Stop Hating Herself"
Non-Negotiable Needs for Black Women in Therapy
By Jaunai Staton, LAMFT Overcoming the Stigma of Therapy in the Black Community For many Black women, the cultural stigma around mental health can make seeking help feel daunting. With the weight of work, family responsibilities, and financial pressures, therapy might seem like just another burden especially when looking for a black female therapist. TheContinue reading "Non-Negotiable Needs for Black Women in Therapy"
The Hidden Costs of a Lack of Intimacy: Understanding the Strain on Your Relationship
By Jaunai Staton, LAMFT Does Your Relationship Feel More Like Roommates And Not Partners? Living in New Jersey and struggling to connect intimately with your partner? That distance you're feeling – where you're both in the same room yet somehow miles apart – is more common than you might think. Many couples in NJ faceContinue reading "The Hidden Costs of a Lack of Intimacy: Understanding the Strain on Your Relationship"
To The Woman Who Can’t Stop Hating Her Past
By Melody Smith, LPC Do memories from your past still tug at you in ways you didn’t expect? If so, I hope the thoughts in this letter will resonate with you. Many of us carry the weight of our histories, focusing on the pain we’ve felt and the regrets we hold. Your past experiences feelContinue reading "To The Woman Who Can’t Stop Hating Her Past"
5 Hidden Forms of Romantic Betrayal: The Third Parties You Didn’t See Coming
By Jaunai Staton, LAMFT Do You Feel Like Your Partner Is Hiding Something From You? You’re not alone. Trust is the foundation of any relationship, and when it’s eroded—whether by neglect, resentment, or clashing beliefs—it can hurt just as much as cheating. You might notice your partner spending more time on hobbies that don’t includeContinue reading "5 Hidden Forms of Romantic Betrayal: The Third Parties You Didn’t See Coming"
Rethinking Divorce (PART 2): Could It Lead You to a Brighter Future?
By Taylor Zanon, LAMFT In Part 1 of our series, we explored the common myths that often keep families trapped in uncertainty about divorce. We discovered that contrary to widespread beliefs, children can thrive after divorce, co-parenting relationships can be positive, and families often find renewed happiness and stability on their new path. We alsoContinue reading "Rethinking Divorce (PART 2): Could It Lead You to a Brighter Future?"
Rethinking Divorce: 10 Common Divorce Myths Debunked And What You Should Really Know
By Taylor Zanon, LAMFT Myths About Divorce As a family therapist, I've worked with countless families navigating divorce, and one thing becomes clear: many of the fears and beliefs that keep parents awake at night are based on outdated myths rather than reality! While divorce certainly represents a significant life transition, contemporary research, and clinicalContinue reading "Rethinking Divorce: 10 Common Divorce Myths Debunked And What You Should Really Know"
6 Signs Your Loved One Is Hiding an Eating Disorder
By Melody Smith, LPC Eating disorders can be isolating, making it difficult for someone struggling to reach out. Many people facing eating disorders feel immense pressure to keep their struggles hidden from family and friends, often out of fear of judgment or worry about becoming a burden. As a loved one, you might notice subtleContinue reading "6 Signs Your Loved One Is Hiding an Eating Disorder"