Anxiety

In a typical fifty-minute therapy session, you might expect to cover a lot of ground. You could discuss a fight with your partner, process anxiety about a work deadline, or explore something your mother said. More topics often mean more progress, right? Not necessarily. Sometimes, we spend nearly the entire hour on a single sentence. Or we might sit in silence while someone notices what’s happening in their chest. We could explore one moment, one feeling, or one body sensatio

When we talk about privilege, most people immediately think of the visible forms: race, class, education, able-bodiedness. A white person doesn't get followed in stores. A wealthy person doesn't worry about making rent. Someone born into an upper-middle-class family has access to opportunities - quality education, professional networks, financial safety nets - that others don't. These privileges are well-documented and increasingly acknowledged. But there's another form of p

Anxiety can feel like a storm swirling inside us - unpredictable, overwhelming, and sometimes isolating. When words fall short, and the mind races too fast to catch a breath, creative therapy offers a quiet, soothing refuge. I’ve found that tapping into art as a form of expression can be a powerful way to manage anxiety. It’s not about creating a masterpiece but about giving your feelings a safe space to unfold and be understood. Imagine your emotions as colors on a palette.

Understanding what perfectionism is and how it can impact your quality of life is key to being able to manage it. Here’s an in-depth look.