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As the year comes to a close, many of us feel the pull to set intentions, create goals, or promise ourselves that this will finally be the year we become a “new” version of who we are. But before rushing into resolutions or reinventions, I want to invite you into something gentler—something far more aligned with healing, nervous system wisdom, and authentic growth. Honor the version of you who made it through another year — quieter, wiser, softer. Because the truth is, so muc

By Myra Hurtado, LPC-S Winter asks us to remember something our culture often forgets: we are human beings, not human doings. And like everything in nature, we are wired for seasons. There is a rhythm to life—a pulse, a cycle, a cadence—and winter is the season that whispers what our nervous systems are often too overwhelmed to tell us: Slow down. Soften. Come home to yourself. In a world that glorifies productivity and constant output, this can feel uncomfortable or even wro

By Myra Hurtado, LPC-S Parenting in today’s world is not for the faint of heart. Our children are growing up in a world that moves fast…...

Mental health struggles affect 1 in 4 people worldwide  — which means you, someone you love, or even someone sitting right next to you...

by Sunny Rourke, LAC Infertility and pregnancy loss are some of the most painful and misunderstood experiences a person can go through....

by Sunny Rourke, LAC Have you ever found yourself repeating the same relationship patterns, even with different partners? Maybe you fall...

As a trauma-informed therapist, I often remind my clients: Your emotions are not the problem - how you've been taught to treat them might be.

Dehydration is one of the most underestimated factors that can affect the way your brain functions - and your mental health.

For many, Father’s Day is a celebration. For others, it’s a reminder of absence, pain, or disappointment.

It’s time to change the conversation about men’s mental health. Not tomorrow. Not next year. Right now.

Not all trauma looks the same, and not all recovery journeys follow the same path. In honor of PTSD Awareness Month, it's time we expand our understanding beyond the surface.

Grief is something we learn to carry, not something we get over. You're not doing it wrong - you can make space for grief alongside love, memory, meaning and joy.

Simple, yet powerful, ways to support survivors and also promote prevention in our community.

As a therapist, here are my insights on Shetty’s 8 rules of love and how they align with the emotional and psychological realities of relationships.

Trauma often leaves us feeling unworthy or disconnected from our needs. Self-love and self-care are essential tools for fostering healing. 

Collective trauma touches us all, but within these challenges lies an opportunity for healing, growth, and empowerment.

The new year is a perfect opportunity to reset our nervous systems, which can become depleted by stress, changes in schedule, and emotional triggers.

Gaslighters will erode your self-confidence and sense of truth. Here are a few important steps in recovering from this type of toxic relationship.

PTSD and C-PTSD: both are serious and can greatly affect a person’s quality of life, but the chronic nature of C-PTSD often requires comprehensive treatment.

Establish a healthier relationship with anger, using it as a powerful tool for self-awareness, protection, and authenticity.

Emotional wellness is not about striving for constant calm, but about building the resilience to face life’s highs and lows with grace and self-compassion.

By breaking the silence and increasing awareness, we can work towards a future where every individual feels safe in their home and relationships.

Throughout this month, I encourage you to check in with yourselves and those around you.

Practicing empathy is crucial in building and maintaining strong relationships. Learn the 4 key components to practicing empathy.