July 2025

Attachment Styles and Modern Dating: Where’s the Love We Were Promised? Where is the love we were promised? In a landscape littered with shallow connections and situationships, many find themselves longing for something real and meaningful. With every swipe on dating apps, it feels as though we’re losing the essence of genuine connection. As a […]

Weathering the Storm Together: Reflections and Support After the Texas Floods By: Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT-S Introduction: A Weekend That Changed Everything This past weekend, Texas was battered by devastating floods that left communities reeling. As the owner of Luminary Counseling, a private practice in Austin, I have witnessed firsthand the heartbreak, confusion, and resilience

Understanding Faith Development: A Guide to Healing from Religious Trauma and Spiritual Growth Navigating faith development can be one of life’s most challenging yet transformative journeys. For many individuals seeking religious trauma therapy and faith-based counseling, understanding the stages of spiritual development becomes crucial for healing and growth. At our Austin mental health counseling practice,

Comprehensive Guide to Coping with Depression: Evidence-Based Strategies for Mental Health Recovery in Texas Depression affects millions of people worldwide, making it one of the most prevalent mental health conditions of our time. With depression rates among adults rising from 18.5% to 21.4% during recent years, understanding effective coping strategies for depression has never been