Depression
Depression can feel like disconnection — from joy, from others, and from your own inner aliveness.
This section offers reflections and resources for understanding depression beyond symptoms: how it forms, how it hides, and how to begin rebuilding a sense of self and hope. Rooted in trauma-aware and holistic practices, these posts meet the complexity of depression with compassion.
Client reviews often capture something essential about the therapeutic process—sometimes more clearly than clinical language ever could. One recent review described the …
Client reviews often capture something essential about the therapeutic process—sometimes more clearly than clinical language ever could. One recent review described the …
As the holiday season approaches, many of us feel an unspoken pressure: to do more, give more, and show up as our …
When it comes to personal growth and emotional well-being, many people wonder whether they need therapy, coaching, or something in between. The …
Grief is one of the most human experiences we have—and one of the least straightforward. It doesn’t follow a timeline. It doesn’t …
When it comes to personal growth and emotional well-being, many people wonder whether they need therapy, coaching, or something in between. The …
Life is often full of messiness. No matter how carefully we plan or organize, there are moments when everything seems to fall …
Life is often full of messiness. No matter how carefully we plan or organize, there are moments when everything seems to fall …
When we are learning something new—whether it’s a skill, a healthier way of relating to others, or breaking old patterns—we have to …
Life is often full of messiness. No matter how carefully we plan or organize, there are moments when everything seems to fall …
When most people hear the word creativity, they imagine painting, music, or writing. But creativity is not limited to the arts—it’s a …
One of the earliest lessons a creative process can offer is how to recognize and honor the stage of resistance. Resistance is …
It isn't static—it’s fluid, alive, and always in motion. Yet when we’re navigating depression, anxiety, or loss, it can feel like everything …
Uncertainty is deeply uncomfortable. It often brings anxiety, self-doubt, and the urge to find answers fast.
The creative process is rarely linear. It unfolds in phases—some intuitive, some chaotic, and all essential. For many artists and creatives, the …
We can cultivate joy and support our emotional well-being by becoming more fluent in describing positive emotions. Building our vocabulary can expand …
In modern life, it’s easy for joy to feel indulgent or misplaced. Many people live in a state of high alert—navigating work …
When struggling with depression, joy can feel difficult to find. It often appears in simple, everyday moments—a loved one’s smile, the scent …
Trying something new almost always stirs anxiety. No matter the stage of life we find ourselves in, life inevitably provides us with …
For many, August signals back-to-school season—whether that’s elementary classrooms, college dorms, or graduate studies. Some adapt to this back-to-school shift with ease, …
Resistance is information. When we face a blank page or a creative block, it’s easy to assume something is wrong. But it’s often …
It’s a quiet question that lives in many of us: Do I truly deserve love and self-worth? For some, the answer feels clear. …
A friend recently challenged me with a simple but profound invitation: practice deservedness. And ever since, the word has been echoing in my …
What Do I Deserve? Deservedness is a powerful theme that often arises in holistic counseling and life coaching. Many people carry unspoken …