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Seasonal Affective Disorder: Tips and Ideas for supporting yourself this Fall Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that follows a seasonal pattern. Some individuals experiencing SAD experience mood changes in the colder months like fall and winter, while others experience SAD in the spring and summer months. Symptoms of depression include continuous […]

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) by Dr. Sue Johnson is a powerful approach that fosters secure emotional bonds and deepening connections in relationships. Rooted in attachment theory and neuroscience, EFT helps couples and individuals understand and reframe their emotional responses, leading to greater intimacy and relational satisfaction. Does it feel like you and your partner cycle through

Texas Heat: Coping with the Summer and Self-Care for Texas Summers As a born and raised Texan and a mental health provider based in Austin, I have seen first-hand the many ways the summer time can affect folks’ mental health and overall wellbeing. The heat is brutal, y’all, and while some people thrive in the

Teenage Emotional Health: A guide to Support your Teen It goes without saying that adolescence is a pivotal stage of development in a person’s life. It is a time in which many physical and emotional changes occur and a time in which new experiences shape a teen’s perspective of their world and themselves. Adolescence can

By Emily Heimberger, LPC-Associate Supervised by Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT “The expectation that we can be immersed in suffering and loss daily and not be touched by it is as unrealistic as expecting to be able to walk through water without getting wet.” -Dr. Rachel Remen In a world where empathy and care are essential,

Coping Strategies and Self-Care for LGBTQ+ Individuals Exploring life as an LGBTQ+ person can entail a unique set of challenges, from confronting segregation and shame to managing identity-related stressors. Within the realm of these challenges, prioritizing mental well-being and practicing self-care becomes pivotal. In this blog post, we’ll delve into coping strategies and self-care tips

Building a Mindful Relationship with Social Media Social media platforms are vehicles that we all use to connect with others, share our interests and life events, and readily access information. While there are numerous benefits to engaging with social media, excessive social media use has been associated with negative mental health outcomes such as anxiety,

Benefits of Being In Community for Texas In today’s post-pandemic digital age, it’s not uncommon for people to find themselves feeling isolated. It can be challenging to navigate making new connections and maintaining old ones in a time when many people work from home, take classes online, or are struggling with their own mental health.

By Emily Heimberger, LPC-Associate Supervised by Jennifer Buffalo, LPC-S, LMFT What is vicarious trauma? Vicarious trauma goes by many names: secondary trauma, insidious trauma, secondhand trauma, “the cost of caring,” and more. All refer to the trauma that can occur after exposure to someone else’s traumatic stories and experiences. This phenomenon is commonly observed among

Reducing Mental Health Stigma – Who You are Matters Before I became a therapist, I was once a client struggling to navigate my search for a therapist. I had reached my breaking point with some of the issues I was having, and I felt that I couldn’t continue trying to resolve them without some help.

Perfectionism – What is it and How to Work with it in Therapy? What is perfectionism? The short, anecdotal answer might be the way I felt like I needed to become an expert on perfectionism before writing this blog (yes, the irony here is palpable). The APA Dictionary offers a clearer description: “the tendency to

Building Resilient Lesbian Relationships: Strategies for Lasting Love and Connection Welcome to LoveWithoutLimits, this is a topic devoted to the skill of creating enduring and satisfying lesbian relationships. This blog is going to investigate, celebrate, and walk you through the process of meaningful relationships within the lesbian community. Every successful partnership is based on a