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By: Angela Espinoza The Essence of Introspection Introspection occurs when we take the act of courage to step into the meanings of our thoughts and emotions. It can be an act of self-love, self-preservation, and self-discovery. During difficult times, introspection can allow us to overcome negative and limiting beliefs about ourselves and the world around […]

Spring Cleaning in the mental health world takes on a whole new meaning. Typically, spring is when we all start checking in to see if we have followed through with our new year’s resolutions and begin reminding ourselves that it is okay to begin anew by cleaning our homes! This spring, we encourage you to […]

In June, we recognize Pride. We hear a lot about being an ally of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, plus (LGBTQIA+) community. There is much confusion about what it means to be an ally. For instance, some might still wonder what is expected. They may wonder what is involved, and how to […]

Have you ever been confiding in someone and just felt like they didn’t quite understand what kind of support you were looking for at that moment? Those times when you are just left feeling like you want more from your support system or that what you were sharing didn’t land correctly? Well, because of all […]

As a therapist, I believe it’s crucial to address transgender awareness with empathy, understanding, and professional insight. Transgender individuals face unique challenges that require specialized support and awareness from mental health professionals and society at large. Understanding Transgender Identity Transgender identity refers to individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at […]

We have all been there, uncomfortable and frustrated because we aren’t quite seeing eye-to-eye with someone we are conversing with. While both parties might’ve been involved in the original situation, we find ourselves having to face the inevitable fact that there are three sides to every story: yours, mine, and what truly happened. Ideally, it […]