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
It’s the end of the day, your child is in bed and you’re ready to finally take a moment to sit down and relax. All of the sudden, “Mommy, I need to go potty.” You remind them that they are … Continued
Play is something that tends to go by the wayside as we get older. Our brains are more focused on work, paying the bills, and practical day-to-day routines. Yet, play is an important part of mental health. It’s not just … Continued