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Myths About Therapy That Need to Go
Let’s Set the Record Straight. Despite growing awareness about mental health, many people still carry outdated or untrue beliefs about therapy. These myths create barriers that stop individuals from seeking help, staying consistent in care, or even recommending...
How to Know If Therapy Is Working
When you begin therapy, it’s natural to wonder: Is this helping? Am I doing it right? Should I feel better by now? Therapy isn’t always a quick fix—it’s a journey that can unfold in layers. But how do you know if it’s actually working? Here’s how to tell if therapy is...
Why Therapy Isn’t Just for “Crisis Mode”
When most people think about therapy, they often imagine someone in the middle of a crisis—struggling with anxiety attacks, grieving a major loss, or dealing with a severe bout of depression. While therapy absolutely offers critical support in those moments, it’s a...
The Hidden Cost of Emotional Suppression
Have you ever pushed down your feelings with a deep breath and a forced smile? Said "I'm fine" when you were anything but? You're not alone. Many of us have learned to suppress our emotions—especially the uncomfortable ones—as a survival strategy. But over time, this...
Unraveling Identity Beyond Labels and Expectations
We spend much of our lives answering the question “Who am I?” But more often than not, our answers are shaped by what we’ve been told, what we believe we should be, or who we need to be to feel accepted. Distinguishing your true self from your constructed identity is...
Identifying Your Emotions: Taking the First Step
Emotions are a natural and essential part of the human experience. They inform us, guide our decisions, influence our behaviors, and shape our relationships. Yet, many of us struggle to accurately identify what we're feeling, let alone understand why we're feeling it....
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With locations all over Central and Northern California, our practice specializes in treating individuals, couples and families, and through years of experience, we are confident that no problem is too great to overcome.
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