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Many people in therapy have thoughts and questions that they’re unsure of but worry aren’t “appropriate” to talk about or might be awkward. Sometimes those thoughts and questions are actually very helpful to the therapeutic process and your therapist would welcome them. Here are 5 things you may be afraid to say to your therapist but they wish you would:
Read MoreOnce again, one of my favorite months of the year is upon us - Black History Month! I take pride being a Black man and I love learning about the rich history of Black inventors, doctors, activists, and leaders that have come before me. Reflecting on those who have paved the way for me to be the professional that I am today always brings me joy. This time of year also causes me to reflect on the struggles myself and my fellow Black and/or African Americans have experienced in the past, as well as the current and daily stressors we must navigate.
Read MoreHow many of us made new year resolutions? Why do we promise ourselves something that most of us won’t keep up with or really commit to? What is it about the beginning of a new year that gives us hope for the future?
Read MoreMy 2 year old daughter absolutely loves the opening credits to the movie Elf, released in 2003. (Side note – I can’t believe it’s that old already!) As I watch it with her, I realize how much I have learned from watching the movie (now for the likely 15th time). I believe there is always something to learn from what we see, hear, and read. So, I come to you today with four valuable lessons I gleaned from the film.
Read MoreSelf-Confidence. Or, folks may use the term self-esteem or self-trust. Merriam Webster Dictionary defines self-confidence as “confidence in oneself and in one’s powers and abilities.” Recently, many of my clients have been struggling with this in their professional and personal lives, so I decided to shed some light on it here for anyone who is considering therapy but isn’t quite sure yet.
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