Discover why sleep, nutrition, and hydration are key foundations in therapy, helping set the stage for deeper mental health work.

Credit card debt often signals emotional distress. Spending can be a process addiction, masking deeper issues needing attention.

Benefits of Disconnecting from Social Media Taking a break from social media can have a huge impact on mental health. It helps reduce the...

Just like an iPhone running low on battery, our bodies need regular recharging, especially as we age.

As a therapist, I frequently recommend meditation apps to my patients, especially those dealing with anxiety, depression, insomnia, and...

Learn strategies to take look within and take care of yourself before the burn.

Be yourself!

Do you have compassion for a loved one and want them to get help? Are you concerned about a friend's unusual behavior and think they...

Coping with depression is a tricky business. People experience different combinations of the symptoms of depression, and there are also...

Working at the California Institution for Women in Corona - the women's state prison in Southern California - was one of the most...

Let's imagine you're running around in a field after a picnic and then you step on something sharp and it cuts your foot. What do you do?...

The psychologist making this presentation poses a solid argument on why anyone and everyone should try therapy. You do not need to be...

This artist paints a realistic snapshot of a moment in depression. Based on my own analysis, depressive symptoms evident in this art...

I am on some private online groups for mental health clinicians, and I’ve noticed there are several and consistent negative comments...

Brilliant description of Apple Music's new Gratitude Playlist. Here's a screenshot: It's true how much we neglect gratitude when things...

Check out this article from The Atlantic. "Sedentary Pandemic Life Is Bad for Our Happiness." Image Credit: JAN BUCHCZIK

Physical exercise plays a pivotal role in your mental health. Exercising produces the chemicals in your brain that regulates your mood...

Have you ever been told by someone to "Just relax!" when dealing with something stressful or aggravating? It's quite common, and my...

When it comes to your mental health, you deserve the best care possible. I often tell my clients that therapy is like addressing a leaky...