Therapists are Broken

back to all As a therapist, I often hear the phrase, “You must have it all figured out,” usually followed by, “I bet nothing gets to you.” It’s almost as if there’s an unspoken belief that therapists are immune to life’s hardships, untouched by emotional distress, and somehow possess a secret formula to avoid the […]

When we choose to create

back to all As much as I- a huge writing enthusiast- love to work out new ways to say things, there have certainly been many times in my life when words have failed me. At least, the kinds of words that make sense in normal human conversation. As vital as it is to reach out […]

Welcome to the Word of the Month Club!

back to all To My Intrepid Readers, You may be wondering what the point of this is. If you are, then I bid you an extra welcome, because I love interacting with people who are as curious as you. My hope for this space is that it will provide an opening for more curiosity in […]

Beauty In The Midst Of Heartache

back to all I remember it like it was yesterday, even though what I’m about to share happened several years ago.  It was late and the Dallas skyline was visible from my hospital room. I remember gazing at the neon lights, the towering skyscrapers against a dark, velvety sky, and the hum of cars just […]

Five Toxic Traits When Dating

back to all Relationships are beautiful, intricate dances between two people. They can lead us to unimaginable heights of joy and connection. But they can also pull us into dark, confusing spaces if we aren’t careful about the red flags that can reveal themselves early on. Looking back on my own experiences, I’ve realized how […]

Why Pain Is the Secret Ingredient to a Meaningful Life

back to all We’re all familiar with pain. It’s the uninvited guest that shows up in our lives at the worst possible moments, making everything feel heavier, harder, and less hopeful. From the sting of a paper cut to the deep ache of losing someone we love, pain touches every corner of our existence. But […]

Subtle signs your mental health is declining

back to all Life is full of ups and downs and it’s a big ask to always feel happy. Unfortunately, there are times in our life when stressors or negative events seem to outweigh the good. When we deal with life altering or traumatic events, such as the loss of a loved one, grief and […]

Has your relationship become more like roommates than lovers?

back to all When life gets busy with a never-ending list of to-do’s and places to be, sometimes our relationships can take a seat on the backburner.  I remember in grad school I would eat, sleep, and breathe school. I had assignments piling up, readings to do, internship hours to gain, research meetings, and a […]