It’s no secret that motherhood is difficult. Each stage has its own difficulties, challenging our own feelings of capacity. It’s easy to get so caught up in the challenges and the day-to-day routines that we don’t always find the enjoyment … Continued
The perinatal period (the time from pregnancy through one year after giving birth) is full of ups and downs. We often hear about postpartum depression, but not as much as postpartum anxiety or anxiety during pregnancy. It is common for … Continued
The messages we see around us, tell us that we need to “bounce back” to what we looked like pre-baby. If we can get to a certain number on the scale, then we can start to feel good about ourselves. … Continued
Perfectionism is often a way to manage anxiety. Where the anxiety is coming from can be difficult to pinpoint. There are so many reasons for this. Taking the time to reflect in order to address perfectionism is an important part … Continued
I’m tired. I imagine you are too. Together, we’re mothering through another COVID wave. It feels like it will never end. Like many, I felt excited in November when my child was finally able to get vaccinated. It felt like … Continued
I love the holiday season. The menorahs in the windows, the lights on houses, and the music (not to mention the songs that get stuck in your head). We reflect on the possibilities for the new year and the darkness. … Continued
I was recently listening to the podcast “The Happiness Lab” with Dr. Laurie Santos. In the episode (Season 2, episode 7), Dr. Santos talks with Catherine Price, an author who wrote the book The Power of Fun: How to Feel … Continued
What is a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) and how can Creative Arts Therapy support them? The trait of high sensitivity is something that 15-20% of the population are born with. Highly Sensitive People have many commonalities such as deep processing, … Continued
One out of five new mothers will experience a Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMADs). With so many women suffering, why are there still misunderstandings about what perinatal mood and anxiety disorders are? When families don’t know the signs and … Continued
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is an evidence-based therapy model, proven effective in treating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Originally designed to help people with mood disorders, IPT is based on attachment and the power of relationships to help heal. This is … Continued