College is often described as “the best years of your life.” But for many students, it can also be one of the most stressful and emotionally demanding times. Between exams, deadlines, social expectations, and the pressure to plan for the future, it’s easy to feel...
Sometimes it’s not what you’re saying. It’s what you’re really trying to say beneath it all. “I feel alone.”“I need you to hear me.”“I’m scared you’re pulling away.” In those moments—when words turn into silence or arguments—it’s not that you don’t love each other....
If you’ve ever felt like your mother’s love was conditional—based on your success, obedience, or ability to meet her needs—you’re not alone. Many women grow up in the shadow of a narcissistic mother, unsure whether their experience was really emotional abuse or just...
We all make mistakes. It’s part of being human. But how we respond emotionally to those mistakes can shape our self-worth, relationships, and mental health in lasting ways. That’s where the conversation around shame vs guilt becomes important. While these emotions are...
Projection is a defense mechanism where individuals attribute their own emotions, traits, or behaviors to others. It often occurs unconsciously and serves as a way to avoid facing uncomfortable feelings or personal flaws. For example, someone struggling with guilt...
Loss is an inevitable part of life. It can take many forms—some monumental, like the death of a loved one, and others seemingly smaller, like missing out on a job opportunity. Regardless of the scale, our brains have a complex process to navigate when faced with loss....
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**Therapist Spotlight!** Eden Pentes, LMFTA, is a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate who supports children 10+, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families using a systems-based approach rooted in DBT, IFS, and emotionally focused therapy, with a special interest in personality disorders and trauma-informed care. Learn more!
**Therapist Spotlight!** Eden Pentes, LMFTA, is a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate who supports children 10+, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families using a systems-based approach rooted in DBT, IFS, and emotionally focused therapy, with a special interest in personality disorders and trauma-informed care. Learn more!
