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Anxiety – Quieting the Storm Within You
By Amy Moreno, MA, LPC Associate On the outside, everything appears calm and regular. The to-do list for the day must get done, the groceries need to be picked up, the bills need to be paid, and the world is…
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Understanding EMDR Therapy: A Path to Healing Trauma
By Jeremy Paxton, MA, LMFT Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a structured, evidence-based approach designed to help individuals process and integrate traumatic memories, offering a lifeline to those grappling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related…
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Common Barriers to Men Seeking Therapy
By Jeremy Paxton, MA, LMFT Men face unique cultural and psychological hurdles when considering therapy, often rooted in deeply ingrained social norms. Traditional expectations of masculinity—stoicism, self-reliance, and emotional restraint—can make the idea of seeking help feel like a betrayal…
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Teaching the Art of Living: Parenting by Example
By Patti Hatton, MA, LPC In 1959, Rodgers and Hammerstein composed My Favorite Things as part of their Broadway production The Sound of Music. The 1965 movie adaptation made the song a beloved classic, known across generations. Years later, Oprah…
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Get SMART with your 2025 Goals
By Amy Moreno, MA, LPC Associate It’s a perennial phenomenon— the excitement of a fresh start in January and making New Year’s resolutions. The gyms are packed, and self-care takes center stage. Those lofty resolutions to adopt new habits often…