A first therapy appointment, or switching to a new therapist, often comes with a mix of hope, curiosity, and nervous energy. In this article, we’ll walk through what you can expect in your first session, how to talk to a therapist, and simple ways to prepare so you feel more confident and less anxious when you arrive.

Family stress often spikes during the holidays. Here's advice from a therapist about setting boundaries, staying grounded, and picking your battles.

Slow, analog activities like baking or gardening can boost our mental health. Here's what to know about trending "Grandma Hobbies" and why these help with stress, mindfulness, and reducing digital overload. 

When cortisol levels stay high for too long, your body and mind don’t get a break from “fight-or-flight” mode. That’s when it starts affecting mood, energy, and even long-term mental health.

Many people delay getting the mental health support they need because health insurance terms and paperwork feel confusing or intimidating. We’ll demystify the basics of mental health insurance coverage and give you concrete starting points to understand what's available through your coverage or insurance plan.

Overwhelm isn't simply about being busy or stressed. It's a state of mental clutter and physical tension where you may feel simultaneously drained of all energy, yet emotionally flooded at once.

Rejection sensitivity can be absolutely exhausting and isolating – leaving you feeling like a failure at home when you forget important tasks, interpreting your partner's feedback as harsh criticism, or overreacting to what feels like disapproval from your boss.

Parent burnout and parent stress during the summer: What to do about mom guilt and feeling overwhelmed while navigating a summer routine with kids.

Therapist Tips | Should you have a goal in therapy? If you’re wondering whether you need a clear goal before starting therapy or wondering “What am I supposed to get out of therapy,” we have answers to help you.

Processing trauma means dealing with past experiences so they don't control your life. This blog answers: How Do You Know You Are Traumatized? Can You Treat Trauma by Yourself? What Is Trauma?

Do fidget toys work for adults? Does fidgeting help anxiety? We’ve got tips & help for you to manage sensory overload, overstimulation, and sensory processing. Here’s what to know about tactile stress relief.

How does ADHD affect relationships? Will ADHD impact your friendships, family, and marriage? 5 tips to strengthen your relationship – and focus on self-love.

Do you feel political stress, election anxiety, or post-election grief? Here are 5 essential tips to improve your mental health in 2025 as the U.S. experiences political division and many feel worried or afraid about the future.

Holiday stress? We’ve got 7 ways to feel better and improve your mental health — with tips from a professional therapist.