We hear the word “dysfunction” often but do we really know what it is? What does it look like? Typically when we live in a state of dysfunction, we rarely recognize it. When we grow up is dysfunctional patterns it becomes so normalized to us. This can be hard for us to see our own …
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What does it mean to be “neurodivergent”? While the word itself sounds scary, its meaning is far less terrifying. Someone who is neurodivergent simply thinks, behaves, and acts differently to the world than one who is “neurotypical”. This does not mean they have a disability, it just means that they have different challenges. The neurodivergent …
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As children, we’re learning about ourselves, relationships, the world, and everything in between. Everything is new to us and we highly depend on our parents to teach us what we need to know. We have basic needs like shelter, clothing, food, water, and physical safety. We have needs to emotionally connect with our parents and …
Choosing to self-reflect, identify our unhealed hurts, and move through growth is no easy feat. Most of the things we decide to change have been with us for years, probably even decades. Sometimes they become a part of our identity and where we get our sense of worth. Uprooting that comfortable (although not helpful) way …
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The Difference Between Self-Care and Selfishness: How to Prioritize Yourself Do you ever feel guilty for taking care of yourself? If so, you’re not alone. A lot of people have a hard time distinguishing between self-care and selfishness. They think that if they’re taking care of themselves, they’re being selfish. But that’s not true! There …
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Newcomers are often nervous and unsure what to expect when starting therapy. You might have heard horror stories, or positive ones, from those close to you. But if you’re wondering what to expect throughout your therapy process, below are some guidelines: 1.) The beginning. Your first one to two sessions will typically look different than …