Reflections on Mental Health, Relationships, and Change
This space is for thoughtful reflections on mental health, relationships, and the many transitions that shape our lives.
You will find writing intended to help you better understand patterns like anxiety, self-criticism, burnout, and relationship stress and to offer perspective, clarity, and gentle tools along the way.
If you are not sure where to start, the topics below may help guide you.
Anxiety & Perfectionism
Learn practical strategies for managing anxiety, quieting self-criticism, and breaking free from perfectionism so you can feel more grounded and confident.
Burnout & Overwhelm
Understand why burnout happens, recognize the warning signs, and discover practical ways to reduce stress, restore your energy, and create a more sustainable pace.
Relationships & Boundaries
Explore healthier ways to communicate, set boundaries, and overcome people-pleasing so you can build stronger, more fulfilling relationships.
Discover evidence-based tools to build emotional resilience, practice self-compassion, and support your mental well-being in everyday life.
Life Transitions
Navigate life's seasons of change with greater clarity, resilience, and self-understanding, whether you're facing a new beginning or an unexpected challenge.
The Power of Self-Compassion: How Being Kinder to Yourself Helps With Anxiety and Perfectionism
Self-compassion is more than positive thinking. Learn how treating yourself with kindness can reduce anxiety, quiet your inner critic, and help you break free from perfectionism and burnout.
The Perfectionism–Anxiety Loop: Why You Are So Hard on Yourself
Perfectionism and anxiety often go hand in hand. Learn why you are so hard on yourself and how therapy can help you break the cycle.
The Truth About Mom Guilt - A Therapist’s Perspective
Mom guilt is one of the most common topics that comes up for my clients, so I am thrilled to be featured in this month’s edition of the Mama Beasts e-magazine.
In the article, I explore the difference between guilt and shame, why guilt and shame tend to show up more for mothers, and how to stop “shoulding” on ourselves.
Stop Shoulding on Yourself: 3 Ways to Live the Life You Want
Learn how to stop living by 'shoulds' and start living a life aligned with your values. Discover three actionable strategies—mindfulness, self-compassion, and values-based action—to reduce guilt, shame, and negative self-talk, helping you live a more balanced and fulfilling life.
The Power of Self-Compassion
Learn how embracing kindness towards yourself can significantly improve mental health outcomes for anxiety and depression.
Embracing Calm During the Holidays: The Power of Radical Acceptance
Discover the transformative power of radical acceptance to navigate holiday stress with ease. Learn what radical acceptance is, how it can alleviate holiday-related suffering, and practical strategies for accepting reality and moving forward.
3 Coping Strategies to Use When You Are Feeling Overwhelmed
If you find yourself overwhelmed with emotions and you are not sure what to do in those moments to calm yourself, check out the article below on my three go-to coping strategies when feeling overwhelmed.