Believe it or not, the way you feel is not because your friend did not acknowledge you. The way you feel is due to the thought you had about it. It is not the situation that causes you to feel an emotion, but your perception or the meaning you assign to it.

Frustrated with yourself because you lost your temper again? Are you freaking out because you procrastinated on that project and now you are down to the wire? Are you dumbfounded wondering how you ended up taking that person back despite the fact that they keep hurting you? It’s not you!

It is much easier to distract ourselves and avoid being aware by scrolling on our phones, working longer hours, fixing other people’s problems and numbing with food and substances. Especially when being aware feels uncomfortable or painful.

The good news is even if you are a chronic avoider, you can increase your awareness in order to create real change in your life.

Do you ever wonder why toxic people are attracted to you? If you find yourself in the pattern of being in toxic relationships over and over again, this article is for you! Therapist, Michelle Palacios, discussed several reasons why this may be happening to you and how you can break the pattern so that you can have the healthy and loving relationships that you deserve.

Experiencing trauma can have a significant impact on an individual's mental health, and when the trauma is ongoing or repetitive, it can lead to complex trauma. Complex trauma can occur as a result of prolonged abuse, neglect, or exposure to traumatic events, and can have long-lasting effects on a person's emotional, psychological, and physical well-being. Here are some things to know about complex trauma and how therapy can help:

As a therapist, I often see clients struggling with body image issues. Society places a lot of pressure on us to look a certain way, which can lead to negative thoughts and feelings about our bodies. However, it's important to remember that our bodies are unique and deserving of love and respect. In this blog, we'll explore some tips on how to improve your body image and boost your confidence.

Dealing with difficult people is a challenge that almost everyone faces at some point in their lives. Whether it's a coworker, family member, friend, or stranger, difficult people can make our lives miserable and cause us a great deal of stress and anxiety. Fortunately, there are effective ways to deal with difficult people and minimize their impact on our lives. In this blog, we will explore some tips on how to deal with difficult people.

Anxiety and panic attacks are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. While they can both be triggered by stress and anxiety, they have distinct differences in symptoms, causes, and treatment. In this blog, we will explore the differences between anxiety and panic attacks to help you better understand the conditions and how to manage them.