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Each person's path through addiction and recovery is deeply personal. While every journey is unique, there are universal stages that...

In our fast-paced world, finding moments of peace can feel like a challenge. But there's a simple, powerful tool readily available to us:...

Question:  "I've recently had to say goodbye to my beloved pet, and the grief feels overwhelming. It's surprising how much it hurts. How...

Communication is far more than just talking; it's about fostering deep, authentic connection. While essential skills like using "I"...

How often do we truly get to be with silence? In our busy, noisy lives, silence can feel like an old friend we haven't seen in a while—or...

Digital technology has woven itself into the fabric of our daily lives, from how we work to how we connect with others. For many, a...

Have you ever felt like your physical symptoms and your mental well-being are locked in a frustrating dance? Perhaps you experience...

Hello, and thank you for being a part of this community. For some time now, I've been committed to posting a blog six days a week, a pace...

Starting therapy is a courageous step, but navigating the hundreds of available approaches can feel overwhelming. The truth is, there...

Grooming  is a predatory process in which an abuser systematically works to gain a vulnerable person's trust and affection. The goal is...

When the brain and body are stuck in the past due to complex trauma, it can feel like a part of us is still that young child, frozen in...

Introduction: Imagine your mind as a vibrant garden, and you, its dedicated caretaker. Just as plants need sunlight and care to thrive,...

Life in Southern California, like anywhere, brings its share of temporary stressors – the unexpected challenge at work, a disagreement...

Updating your Inner Parts can be similar to your Now-Self having tea with your Younger-Self to show them how much you have changed since...

When your partner is struggling with a harsh inner critic, it can be tough to know what to do. You want to help, but sometimes your...

So many people state they need to "manage their inner critic" which in Internal Family Systems (IFS) would be described as Managing a...

Psychosis is a condition that affects how a person processes and experiences reality. While the term can sound intimidating,...

Introduction: In our fast-paced world, rest is often seen as a luxury, not a necessity. Yet, the truth is simple: happier people are more...

This exercise is a practical way to explore your internal experience using principles from Internal Family Systems (IFS) and somatic...

A moment of mindfulness doesn't require a special space. True calm can be found anywhere, whether on a cushion or in a computer chair....