Thanksgiving can be a time for connection, tradition, and gratitude, but it is also a holiday rooted in a history that deserves a more honest conversation. As we approach the season, let's make room for the stories often left out, recognize the impact of colonization on Indigenous communities, and consider how we can celebrate while also practicing accountability, awareness, and respect.

The time change and shorter days can affect more than just our schedules. They can impact our sleep, energy, motivation, and mental health. So, how do we know the difference between the winter blues and seasonal depression? Let's talk about what's happening in our bodies, why these seasonal shifts can feel so challenging, and how we can support ourselves through the darker months.

Toxic positivity tells you to look on the bright side before you’ve even felt the dark. In this post, I break down how to spot it, why acceptance has to come first, and how to shift toward a realistic positive that makes room for the hard stuff. You’ll get practical tips from ACT, CBT, DBT, and self-compassion, plus examples you can start using today

What if therapy didn’t mean sitting across from someone, making eye contact, and trying to find the words? Counselor Brooke Jones of WayfindHer Counseling shares how walking side by side can help clients open up, calm down, and move through stuck points.

Today’s blog is relevant to my Texas residents specifically, and even more so to my local San Antonio readers.

Last day to register to vote is TODAY, October 5, 2026.

Early voting is October 19-30, 2026.

Election Day is November 3, 2026.

If you want to take action in other ways, and are local to San Antonio, consider attending one of two protests against Donald Trump this Wednesday, October 7, 2026.

The current political climate is stressful and scary, let’s work together to change that.

Trauma processing doesn’t stop at the door and it doesn’t begin with words, it usually begins with a safe environment. This week we’re taking a look at a lesser known topic (that I find very cool!)

Similar to last week… We are in constant communication in today’s age, but we often struggle to communicate well. There is often much more than goes into communication than we even realize.

Feeling lonely despite constant bids for connection? You are certainly not alone in that experience. Let’s explore loneliness, connection, and solitude together.

Every September we talk about both recovery awareness and suicide awareness. What isn’t talked about as much is the intersection of them.

Do you ever feel off but can’t figure out why? Do you struggle to feel comfortable expressing certain emotions? Have you ever heard of EI? No, no. Not AI. EI! Emotional intelligence.

It’s like a broken record, exercise, eat well… But when and how does one make time for self care like this? Movement is attainable for everyone, and has major benefits

We have all heard the terms of fight or flight and the importance of managing stress, but you want to know more and understand what is actually going on with your nervous system.

Back to school means something totally different for guardians, if you’re finding yourself stressed, overwhelmed, and left out of the conversation, this one is for you.

You don't need a rock bottom moment to decide alcohol isn't working for you. If drinking has ever felt like less of a choice and more of a habit, this one's for you. Pull up a (non-alcoholic) drink and let's talk about it.