Getting back to work after the holidays often feels harder than we expect. Many people assume that once the break is over, motivation and focus should return automatically. When that does not happen, it can lead to frustration, guilt, or the feeling that something is...
If late August feels heavy, you are not alone. Light shifts, routines change, and the pace picks up across Rhode Island and Massachusetts. In therapy we name that dip, normalize it, and work with it so you can feel steadier as fall begins. Start with...
As therapists, we hear familiar questions every day. “Why am I so tired all the time?” “Is this just stress, or something more?” “Shouldn’t I be able to handle this by now?” These thoughts often reflect a deeper emotional exhaustion that many people are carrying...
Each May, we’re reminded of something essential. Mental health is part of being human. Whether you are dealing with stress, trauma, anxiety, depression or old wounds that still hurt, your emotional well being deserves care and attention. Just like your physical health, it matters every...
Everyone deals with stress and difficult emotions, but the way we cope with them can either help us grow or keep us feeling stuck. When stress, anxiety, or overwhelming emotions hit, the way we respond can either help us build resilience or lead us down...
Teaching children gratitude and compassion during the holidays is a meaningful way to build kindness and connection, not just for Thanksgiving but for a lifetime. While it’s easy for kids to focus on gifts, food, or festivities, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to...