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Spring Isn’t Always a Fresh Start: Understanding Spring Anxiety and Seasonal Mood Shifts
This article discusses how spring can bring anxiety, mood swings, and even depression—rather than relief due to seasonal changes, disrupted routines, and pressure to feel better.

Emily Smith, LCSW
May 53 min read


Compassion Fatigue in a Polarized Political Climate: Understanding the Impact and Supporting Resilience
An overview of compassion fatigue in a polarized political climate, including symptoms, contributing factors, and practical coping strategies.

Emily Smith, LCSW
Jan 283 min read


Letting Go of the Year Without Judgment: December Edition
The end of the year and anticipated new year often bring about reflection. Many people focus on goals they did or didn't accomplish or tangible things and overlook the importance of subtle growth. It is important to reflect with self-compassion, let go of judgment, and highlight the changes that occurred, even if that means simply enduring and persevering through difficult times. Sometimes our growth and goals look different than we expected, but there is still value in the d

Emily Smith, LCSW
Dec 19, 20253 min read


Coping with Holiday Stress and Family Dynamics
Navigating the holidays and the associated stress can be difficult as can family dynamics; acknowledging the difficulties, setting realistic expectations, and planning can make all the difference.

Emily Smith, LCSW
Nov 18, 20253 min read


Struggling with Anxiety, Stress, or Depression? How Therapy Can Help You Heal
Mental health challenges are more common than you think — and you're not alone. If you've been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted,...

Emily Smith, LCSW
Oct 9, 20252 min read


Living with Uncertainty: Overcoming All-or-Nothing Thinking and Perfectionism
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of thinking in extremes? Something goes wrong and it ruins the entire day, event or plan. You make a mistake and label yourself a failure, maybe you even give up on that new hobby altogether. Someone hasn't responded to your text, and you've concluded that they must dislike you or be angry with you. You lose your cool with your toddler, and your self-talk shifts to all the ways you fall short as a parent. Sound familiar?

Selena Lindamood, MA, EdS, LAC
Sep 1, 20253 min read
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