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Understanding the Loneliness of Parenthood
Parenthood is often portrayed as a joyous journey filled with love, laughter, and precious moments. However, beneath the surface lies a reality that many parents face but few openly discuss: loneliness.
Food Noise: What is it & Its Impact on Mental Health - Part 1
Food noise, the persistent and intrusive mental chatter about what to eat, when to eat, and how much to eat, has gained traction as a term, especially among those grappling with weight or body image issues.
Food Noise: Causes, Effects, and Case Study - Part 2
Just as some people grow tall and others are shorter, we all have different weight set points where our bodies are most comfortable.
Food Noise: Strategies to Quiet the Chatter + GLP-1 Effects - Part 3
Before discussing strategies to reduce food noise, it's important to acknowledge the growing use of medications that reportedly help some individuals quiet their excessive preoccupation with food.
The Impact of Infertility on Your Relationship
If you are struggling with infertility, you know that the emotional and psychological effects are profound and often misunderstood by those who haven't experienced the journey firsthand.
Mental Health and Weight Maintenance After Ozempic, Wegovy, and Other GLP-1 Drugs
Losing weight while on medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide, like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound, can be a transformative journey, but the real challenge lies in maintaining that weight loss and fostering mental well-being in the process.
Concrete DBT Strategies for Overcoming Binge Eating Disorder
For many grappling with binge eating disorder (BED), familiar advice such as journaling, distraction techniques, and mindful eating are often recommended.
What is Binge Eating Disorder and Do I Have it?
We have all heard about binge eating disorder, and many people self-diagnose themselves as having it. To truly meet the diagnosis for BED (according to the latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual), you would meet these criteria:
How to Cope with Birth Trauma or Unexpected C-Section
Many women find themselves struggling with a sense of trauma or distress when their labor and delivery don’t go according to their preconceived fantasies and plans…
Dealing with Intrusive Thoughts as a New Mom
An unexpected charm of being a mom that you might not have heard about from your goto mom influencer is unwanted and disturbing thoughts that pop up without warning. ..
Can You Truly Recover from an Eating Disorder?
…two questions consistently arise: "Can I truly recover from my eating disorder?" and "Will my life ever return to normal without a constant preoccupation with food?"
New Mother's Unexpected Loneliness: Coping Strategies & Reassurance
As you stepped into motherhood, you braced yourself for the profound changes and challenges awaiting you. The sleepless nights, the discomfort in your body, the uncertainty surrounding breastfeeding….
Why Infertility is Emotionally Draining: Rollercoaster of Hope, Despair, & Everything In Between
If you're reading this, let me start off by saying I'm sorry. Welcome to a club that nobody signs up for willingly.
The Hidden Dangers of Ozempic & Similar GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: A Therapist's Perspective
Are you considering taking a semaglutide weight loss drug like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro to shed those extra pounds?