How Therapy Helps Teens Navigate Life Changes & Transitions
Is your teen struggling with change? Therapy helps teens manage life transitions like school stress, family changes, and identity exploration. Learn how counseling can support their emotional well-being.
Understanding Mental Health Insurance in Maryland: Coverage, Benefits & Therapy Options
Confused about mental health insurance in Maryland? Learn what’s covered, how to find a therapist, and the best insurance plans for therapy. Safe Space Counseling Services makes it easy—get the care you need today!
What is Regulation and How can we Regulate?
Emotional regulation or “regulation” means to be in a state of being able to manage and cope with your emotions. Developed by Dr. Dan Siegel, this zone exists when we are optimally aroused- that means stressors and challenges exist in our lives but we have the skills to overcome them or believe we have the skills to overcome them! You feel like you can deal with whatever is thrown at you and you are still functioning effectively.
Are Mindfulness and Grounding Skills Same?
I often teach and practice mindfulness and grounding exercises in therapy sessions. When I initially started to use mindfulness-based techniques in therapy with clients, I used to use these two terms interchangeably (and sometimes they can be used interchangeably!). Over time I’ve realised differences between the two and why it can be helpful to understand them so we can understand which skill to use when.
Resources for Those Considering The ENM Lifestyle
Non monogamous relationships are on the rise especially in the younger adults and growing numbers of individuals are showing an interest in and practicing ethical non-monogamy. From dating apps allowing users to indicate their preference for non-monogamy, to dating apps specifically created for those practicing in the ENM lifestyle (Feeld), and ENM being represented more in pop culture, more people want to learn and understand this age-old relational structure.
Addressing Childhood Trauma: Therapeutic Approaches That Work
Childhood experiences shape who we are, but when those experiences include trauma, they can leave lasting scars.
POLY 101 - PART 2
Solo polyamory, often abbreviated as solo poly, refers to individuals who engage in multiple consensual, romantic relationships without integrating their lives closely with their partners.
Money Matters: A Couples’ Guide to Stress-Free Finances
Finances are a frequently occurring point of strain for many couples. When money matters become
From Conflict to Connection: How Counseling Can Help Couples Overcome Financial Stress
Money matters—it’s a simple fact. But when financial stress starts to take a toll on your relationship, it can feel overwhelming. Arguments over bills, mismatched spending habits, or the pressure to “make ends meet” can quickly turn into emotional distance, frustration, and tension.
Building Intimacy as a Busy Couple in 2025
In 2025, it feels like the demands on our time will only increase. Whether it's balancing work, caring for children, managing personal goals, or navigating the pressures of technology and social media, couples often find themselves feeling disconnected and distant. Intimacy—both emotional and physical—can easily slip down the list of priorities when life gets hectic.
Brainspotting: Maryland’s Pathway to Inner Healing
In the quiet, comforting spaces of Safe Space Counseling, nestled right here in Maryland, lives a unique approach to healing. It’s called Brainspotting, a therapeutic technique that combines neuroscience with a deep, intuitive understanding of human emotions.
The Calm after Storm in Therapy: What to Talk About When You Feel Okay?
Many people schedule their first therapy session when life feels overwhelming—perhaps after a particularly stressful week at work or during a family conflict. In those moments, the primary goal of therapy often centers around reducing distress and finding relief. But what happens when the storm passes and you start to feel better?
The Seven Stages of a Breakup
The concept of “breakup” can evoke significant fear and anxiety in the relationship world. Couples who once shared deep love may find themselves feeling disconnected and hurt, whether the split was anticipated or arose from more complicated dynamics. Regardless of the circumstances, breakups suck!!
Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder: When the Seasons Change, So Can Our Mood
Seasonal Affective Disorder, often referred to as SAD, is a form of depression that typically occurs during the colder, darker months of the year, starting in late autumn and lasting through winter.
Navigating College Stress: Relationships, School, and the Future
College is often portrayed as a thrilling time of independence, self-discovery, and academic pursuit. However, for many students, this exciting chapter can also bring about immense stress.
What To Do When Your Partner Becomes Distant
What if I told you that your partner pulling away is not necessarily a bad thing that reflects upon you or your relationship? Whatever the reason, it can be easy to jump to conclusions but I invite you to consider other factors that may be leading to them pulling away.