by Tom | May 31, 2026 | Therapy Insights
Thoughts like “I should be handling this better,” “Why am I like this?” or “Other people can manage this, so why can’t I?” often appear when we are already hurting. Unfortunately, this response can make the struggle even heavier. One important truth in mental health... 
by Tom | May 14, 2026 | Therapy Insights
Things that once felt simple, like getting out of bed, responding to messages, cooking a meal, or finishing a task at work or school, may suddenly require far more energy than they used to. In these moments, many people begin to label themselves as lazy or... 
by Tom | Apr 30, 2026 | Therapy Insights
Motherhood is a transformative journey that brings deep love, selflessness, and countless responsibilities. But in the midst of nurturing others, many mothers find their own identities slowly fading into the background. The shift from “I am” to “I’m someone’s mom” is... 
by Tom | Apr 14, 2026 | Therapy Insights
Many people picture OCD as being about cleanliness, germs, or someone who likes things to be perfectly organized. While contamination related OCD does exist, it is only one way that OCD can appear. In reality, OCD can involve many different themes and types of... 
by Tom | Apr 6, 2026 | Therapy Insights
At its core, anxiety is a natural emotional and physical response designed to help keep us safe. It’s the feeling that encourages us to double-check a decision, prepare for an important event, or stay alert in a risky situation. In many ways, anxiety can be a... 
by Tom | Mar 14, 2026 | Therapy Insights
Many people who identify as “people-pleasers” see themselves as kind, empathetic, and easygoing. They’re the ones who say yes when they want to say no, smooth things over when there’s tension, and put everyone else first. On the surface, this can look like generosity....