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If you are looking for a therapist, you will likely encounter terms like intern , associate , or pre-licensed therapist . It is natural to wonder if these titles signal a compromise in the quality of care you’ll receive. The mental health system often fails to explain these roles in plain language, signaling a professional hierarchy without clarifying what they mean in practice. This post aims to slow things down and offer a clearer picture of why working with an intern or as

Going through a miscarriage or pregnancy termination can bring on so many wildly different feelings that it can make your head spin - sadness, relief, grief, guilt, lightness, shame or anger may all be present. Our emotional experiences around pregnancy loss exist on a wide spectrum and can even shift over time or contradict each other. You might initially feel profound sadness as well as a sense of relief. That relief might then bring on feelings of guilt. And that guilt mig

​​’Twas the night before something, that big festive thing—
 When the world’s supposed to sparkle, perform, and to sing. The ads all said “joy,” but she mostly felt tired, 
Her calendar overbooked, her patience expired. The list kept growing—though she’d already run, 
From task to task, with no time for fun.
 Her hands kept on moving, her mind miles away, 
Missing the moments that make up this day. This year, she decided to show up anew Less pressure, more peace, a wonderful

The holidays arrive each year with a familiar rhythm: the neighborhood lights go up, local radio stations start playing festive, occasionally grating, carols, and calendars gradually fill with intimate gatherings and celebrations planned between loved ones. Across many traditions—from Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, to the Winter Solstice, and New Year—the holiday season carries with it an air of warmth and positivity, as well as an invitation to slow down, reflect, and c

Biting off more than you can chew is an old idiom alluding to taking on more than you can handle at one time. I know I have been in this overzealous position, either out of excitement or naiveté, and found myself unsure or overwhelmed with a huge task. When did I think I would have the time, energy, or patience for this project? The size of the task was clear but my perception of time and my ability was off the mark. There are plenty of lessons to be gathered here in humb

Whether it's navigating family dynamics, social expectations, or the stress of year-end responsibilities, the holidays can bring unique pressures around alcohol and substance use — but with intention and support, you can make choices that align with your well-being.