Self-Talk: Your Response to That Inner Voice
Here we find ourselves at the beginning of Black History Month, affirming and representing our culture. While there is so much to celebrate and look back on, it may be difficult for some to find the...
View ArticleHealing From Parents Who Hurt You
Cross-generational relationships are deeply dense and layered. How do you heal from parents who hurt you? How do you recover from unhealthy parenting? Whether it was trauma, abuse, neglect,...
View ArticleHanging Up Our Capes as Eldest Daughters
We produced the following article as part of our annual Therapy for Black Girls campaign in honor of Minority Mental Health Month. This year Therapy for Black Girls focuses on “Hanging Up Our Capes.”...
View ArticleManaging Conflict in Friendship and Relationships
Did you know that we naturally lose friendships every seven years? This can happen for various reasons, but hopefully, it gives you some relief that it’s not just happening to you. Facing conflict in...
View ArticleTherapist Help: Tips for Cultivating Emotionally Safe Environments
What is emotional safety? We hear words frequently but don’t always know what they mean or how they are used. Context is very important because emotional safety is defined subjectively. A few key...
View ArticleWhat If I Have an Anxious Attachment Style?
“What is an anxious attachment style, and what do I do about it?” Do you often worry about losing care or support from a loved one? Do you struggle with giving others space for too long to process...
View ArticleWhat If I Have an Avoidant Attachment Style?
When others attempt to get close to you, do you/they avoid or resist the connection? Are you orsomeone you know overly guarded or protective of their emotions? Do they show emotions toan...
View ArticleLet’s be friends! Cultivating Safe Friendships in Adulthood
If one of your new year goals is to develop new friendships, you are in the right place! Are you having trouble making connections as an adult? It can feel more like a chore as we approach our late...
View ArticleNegotiating While Black: Empowering The Voice In The Workplace
It’s been reported that those who chose not to negotiate do so for multiple factors, including a lack of confidence, avoiding uncomfortable conversations, not knowing how, or feeling satisfied with...
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