What is Pathological Demand Avoidance?
The first time a clinician asked me, "Have you heard of PDA?" I was stumped. I know an acronym for...
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BPD: Bordering Darkness and Light
“Borderline personality disorder is a mental health condition that affects the way people feel...
You Vs Me!… Or Is It Me Versus Me?
Let’s play a game! …
Individual Counseling vs. Group Therapy
In the mental health world, there is a stigma towards individuals with mental health issues and...
Triggered
What is the act of being “triggered?” People commonly misuse the word triggered today. Whether it’s...
Love Language: An Overlooked Communication Style
It comes as no surprise that communication is one of the most fundamental components of a...
New Year, New Sex Life: How to Talk about Sex and Intimacy
I’m sure you have heard the phrase, “New Year, New Me”. When a new year comes along, new...
Giving Ourselves Grace in Life’s Transitions
Reflecting on this past year, I have noticed so much has changed with the world we had once...