Aanchal Mohanty 9/21/24 Aanchal Mohanty 9/21/24

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.

Aanchal Mohanty 9/14/24 Aanchal Mohanty 9/14/24

Breaking the Silence: Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Asian Cultures

Historically, Asians have faced significant barriers in seeking mental healthcare. While practical issues like cost, time, or lack of insurance are real, there’s often a more profound systemic barrier rooted in cultural beliefs about mental health. In many Asian communities, mental illness is surrounded by a considerable taboo, often dismissed as a sign of weakness or failure.

Alice Zhao 8/21/24 Alice Zhao 8/21/24

Navigating the Stress, Worries, and Uncertainty of Parenthood

Parenthood is a journey filled with challenges, uncertainties, and immense rewards. It’s okay to feel stressed, worried, or unsure as you navigate this new chapter in your life.

Aanchal Mohanty 8/9/24 Aanchal Mohanty 8/9/24

Write to Heal: The Transformative Power of Journaling

Journaling is commonly viewed as a method of record-keeping, where one consistently writes down thoughts, feelings, experiences, and reflections.

Aanchal Mohanty 8/5/24 Aanchal Mohanty 8/5/24

How Couples Therapy Can Still Help When You’ve Decided to Separate

Separation and the end of relationships can be scary and painful. Using couples therapy to navigate this transition thoughtfully can help create a more amicable separation and lay the groundwork for healthier future relationships.

Mark Wang 7/31/24 Mark Wang 7/31/24

Why Problem-Solving Mindset Doesn’t Always Work

Aanchal Mohanty 7/23/24 Aanchal Mohanty 7/23/24

Conquering Phobias: Effective Therapies and Teletherapy Insights

The NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) defines specific phobias as such fears—like heights, spiders, or flying—that can disrupt daily life. Even though adults may recognize these fears as exaggerated, the mere thought or encounter with the feared object can lead to debilitating symptoms such as anxiety, sleeplessness, and even avoidance behaviors affecting work, school, and relationships.

Alice Zhao 7/16/24 Alice Zhao 7/16/24

Addressing Mental Health Issues in Maryland: A Comprehensive Overview

According to the Maryland Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), approximately one in five adults in Maryland experiences a mental health condition each year. These conditions range from anxiety and depression to more severe illnesses such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. The impact of mental health issues extends beyond the individual, affecting families, workplaces, and communities.

Emily Lamoreaux, LGPC 7/2/24 Emily Lamoreaux, LGPC 7/2/24

Polyamory 101: Understanding Terminology and Relationship Lessons

Polyamory is a complex and nuanced approach to relationships that emphasizes consent, communication, and flexibility. While it may not be for everyone, the principles underlying polyamory offer valuable lessons that can enhance any relationship. By fostering open communication, managing jealousy, and embracing flexibility, individuals can build stronger, more resilient connections, regardless of their chosen relationship structure.

Aanchal Mohanty 6/27/24 Aanchal Mohanty 6/27/24

My Therapist is an Intern/Partially Licensed Should I be Worried About Their Expertise?

Emily Lamoreaux, LGPC 6/21/24 Emily Lamoreaux, LGPC 6/21/24

Exploring Diverse Relationship Structures in Polyamory

What about relationship structures in polyamory?

There are many different ways to practice ethical non monogamy! We can go over a couple of them here. Everyone does poly (or polyamory, or relationship anarchy, or swinging, etc., etc., etc.) differently. Not only are the labels themselves subjective, but as described above, the way we use them has a lot of built-in variation as well.