Research consistently shows that women are more likely to be diagnosed with depression and anxiety, while symptoms of other serious mental health conditions, such as bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, are often overlooked or misinterpreted. While women’s symptoms are frequently dismissed as “emotional” or psychosomatic, men may struggle to receive proper diagnoses for conditions like depression […]
The Effects of Medical Bias on People of Color
Healthcare should be a place of healing and hope for everyone. Yet, for many people of color, medical settings can feel unwelcoming or inadequate. The systemic racism that fuels medical bias is rooted in history, policy, and social structures that continue to shape care today. There’s a clear divide in outcomes between BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, […]
Coping with Loneliness and Isolation After Loss
Everyone grieves. In some cases, this inevitability becomes increasingly complex. For at least 1 out of 10 grieving people, loneliness and isolation can become a daily reality. Sure, anyone going through bereavement needs some alone time to heal and process. Loneliness, however, is a time of sadness. It involves you losing interest in the people […]
Porn Addiction Treatment
Pornography can be a private part of life for many people, but for some, it becomes something more than just a casual experience. When viewing pornography starts to feel impossible to control and begins to harm relationships, work performance, or self-esteem, it may be time to consider whether this behavior has developed into an addiction. […]
Why You Can’t Sleep: Anxiety and Circadian Rhythm Disruption
You climb into bed exhausted, ready for a good night’s rest. But as soon as your head hits the pillow, your mind starts racing. You toss and turn, watching the clock tick, growing more frustrated with each passing minute. The more you worry about not sleeping, the more anxious you become, and the further away […]
Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) for Addiction
Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) is an evidence-based therapy that’s changing how we approach addiction treatment. Unlike traditional programs that focus solely on stopping substance use, MORE addresses the underlying brain changes that fuel addiction while helping you rediscover joy in everyday life. MORE is an integrative treatment that combines three powerful approaches: mindfulness techniques, cognitive-behavioral […]
Healing from Sexual Anxiety and Performance Concerns
Sexual performance anxiety occurs when feelings of fear, worry, or embarrassment interfere with your ability to enjoy sexual intimacy. Unlike other forms of anxiety that might affect public speaking or test-taking, sexual performance anxiety targets explicitly one of our most vulnerable and personal experiences. This type of anxiety can affect anyone, regardless of gender or […]
How Men Can Heal and Thrive After Divorce
Divorce ranks among life’s most challenging transitions, often leaving men feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and uncertain about their future. Rather than pushing these emotions aside or numbing them with work, alcohol, or other distractions, men need to create space to process them. While society sometimes expects men to simply “move on,” the reality is that healing […]
When is a Child’s Acting Out a Danger Sign?
Children rarely need a rational or even apparent reason to act out and have an outburst. It’s part of their development, and let’s face it, we do live in a very overstimulating and overwhelming world. That said, there are points at which you might want to take a closer look. Things can have more meaning […]
Somatic Practices for Anxiety & Nervous System Regulation
When anxiety strikes, it transcends mere mental unease, manifesting as a full-body experience. Your sympathetic nervous system springs into action, triggering physiological responses such as increased heart rate, shallow breathing, and muscle tension. These symptoms not only compound distress but can perpetuate the cycle of anxiety. While traditional methods like cognitive restructuring focus on thoughts, […]