Trauma
It’s not always mental health
Posted: December 4, 2019
Let’s really take a minute to take that in and think about it. Often, we come to think that the stress and symptoms we are experiencing are due to a mental illness, but that is not always that case. Sometimes these are adaptations to a…
Holiday Self-Care
Posted: November 25, 2019
Holidays can be difficult for LGBTQIA +folx. They can also be difficult for those who grew up in abusive or toxic homes. It’s okay & healthy to love family from afar. It’s okay to prioritize their emotional & physical well-being. Think through what they want…
Quote by Jenni Young
Posted: November 25, 2019
This is such an important concept. I think we get so caught up in trying to hold onto the good times and get out of the bad times, that we actually do not accomplish either one. If we are so busy trying to hold onto…
Veteran’s Day 2019
Posted: November 14, 2019
Today we honor those who have served our country in the military. Unfortunately, their sacrifices often continue when they return from active duty. The mental health stats speak volumes. We need to do better in serving our veterans and active military. We need to normalize…
Quote by Astrid Alauda
Posted: November 14, 2019
After hearing Gabo Mate speak, I am sort of focused right now on this notion that we must do better in how we listen to and treat our bodies. In working with trans and non-binary folks, or my trauma clients, I see a lot of…