Our Therapy Blog
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Proven Ways To Increase Sleep During Perimenopause
Sleep is a surprisingly dynamic and complex process that helps restore the body and mind. When you don’t get good sleep for a long time, it can feel like your life is going off the rails. Thanks to fluctuating hormones, perimenopause can cause insomnia. Pair poor sleep quantity with night sweats, and you’re left feeling
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Perimenopause: Key Mental Health Challenges and Solutions
Many women are blindsided by a feeling that something is “off”. This feeling often occurs in the years leading up to menopause, also known as perimenopause. They can feel frightened, angry and/or discouraged. Some find themselves in a doctor’s office or a therapist’s office trying to find answers and relief. They are looking for ways
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Ways Therapy Can Support You Through Perimenopause
What Is Perimenopause? Perimenopause is a window of time leading up to menopause in women. This can last ten years. For many women, it is happening to them before they know it. For others, dramatic changes in physical and mental health occurs suddenly. Some well-known symptoms are hot flashes and weight gain, but there can
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Understanding the Fundamentals of CBT Techniques
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a powerful tool for mental health. It focuses on changing negative thought patterns. These changes can lead to improved feelings and behaviors. CBT is based on the idea that thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected. By altering one, you can influence the others. This makes CBT a versatile approach. CBT
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Positive Parenting with Natural Consequences: Help Your Child Make Better Choices on their Own
You’ve asked three times for the shoes to be put on. The clock is ticking, your frustration is rising, and the usual threat—no screen time, an early bedtime—is on the tip of your tongue. We’ve all been there. But what if there’s a way that not only gets the shoes on but also makes tomorrow
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16 Cognitive Distortions and Challenging Their Automatic Thoughts
Automatic thoughts are the whispers of our mind, often unnoticed yet profoundly influential. They arise spontaneously, shaping our perceptions and reactions. In relationships, these thoughts can be particularly impactful, coloring interactions with partners. Therapists frequently encounter clients grappling with these thoughts. Automatic thoughts can be positive, but negative ones are more common and problematic. They
