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Mind & Body

Creating a Safe Space: Recognizing Bullying and Helping Kids Thrive

by Allison Dickens, LPC, LCADC Happy Women’s Month!  Let this be a time to affirm, support, and recognize the important women in our lives and in our world.  Please take the time to celebrate the women in your life who uplift, inspire, and change our world every day. It’s also a time to reflect on…
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Heartbreak & Intimate Partner Violence

by Caroline Camarena, LSW February is widely recognized as a month dedicated to love and kindness, with Valentine’s Day serving as a reminder of the importance of connection and compassion. However, for many individuals, relationships are not a source of love and security but rather a place of fear and harm. Intimate partner violence (IPV)…
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From Trauma to Triumph: How Brainspotting Can Help You Heal and Grow

By Nicole Garcia, PhD As we celebrate Mental Wellness Month and the start of the new year, it’s the perfect time to explore innovative approaches to mental health care. At our practice, we are passionate about offering cutting-edge treatments that help children, teens, and adults overcome life’s challenges. One such approach is Brainspotting, a powerful…
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Codependency Follows Us Home for the Holidays

By Jennifer Pitman, LCSW Joy to the world, the holiday season is upon us! It is a time to rejoice, focus on giving to others and relish the time spent with friends, family and loved ones. At least that’s what Christmas songs and Hallmark movies say. But for many of us this is anything but…
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Election Anxiety

Coping with Election Anxiety: Navigating Uncertainty During Uncertain Times

by Nicole Garcia PhD As the upcoming election approaches, many people are experiencing heightened anxiety, not only about the outcome but also about the deep divides within our communities and country. The polarization we see today can amplify feelings of stress, fear, and frustration, making it difficult to maintain a sense of calm. Children, teens,…
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Helping Children Learn About Gender: A Guide for Parents

By Allison Dickens, LPC Happy Pride Month! During this month, alongside the celebrations honoring the LGBTQIA+ community, there may be questions from children about the meaning of some of these acronyms and terms.  Specifically, gender has become a more prominent and important topic to many youths and adolescents.  More and more, young people are questioning…
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Breaking Down Barriers: Understanding Men’s Mental Health

by Liza Ibrahim, LPC Mental health is an integral component of overall well-being, yet it remains shrouded in stigma, particularly for men. Throughout history, societal expectations have compelled men to suppress emotions, leading to a significant gap in our comprehension of men’s mental health needs. Consequently, there’s a concerning disparity in suicide rates, substance abuse,…
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Embracing Neurodiversity: Unlocking Potential through Neuropsychological Evaluation

by Nicole Garcia, PhD Neurodiversity embraces the rich spectrum of cognitive diversity present in the human population. It acknowledges and celebrates the inherent differences in the way individuals process information, communicate, and navigate the world. From distinct learning styles to varied emotional expressions, neurodiversity recognizes that each mind is unique, adding to the intricate spectrum…
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Shining a Light on Women’s Mental Health: Combating Perinatal Depression

By Jennifer Pitman, LCSW March is Women’s History Month, a dedicated time to recognize the many incredible contributions women have made, and continue to make, in American history, society and culture. It’s also an opportunity to focus on women’s health and the unique experience of being a woman.  According to the Office on Women’s Health…
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Embracing Body Neutrality 

By Jennifer Pitman, LCSW It’s that time of year again! Come January 1st we begin to think about the ways we need to change so we can be our best selves. How many of us have made resolutions and how many of us have already broken them? Let’s be honest, very often these resolutions are…
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