Living with Your Spouse’s PTSD: 4 Ways to Cope
With political campaigning in full swing, we’re hearing phrases like “taking care of our vets and their families, who have sacrificed so much.” But for those who are family members…
Read MoreHelping Kids Break the “I Feel Fat” Spell
Guest Blog Post By Andrea Wachter, LMFT I began hating my body when I was 12. I then proceeded to spend a couple of decades lost in food and weight obsession.…
Read MoreMore than Depression: Understanding Shame Based Depression
There are many symptoms of depression and each individual may manifest different symptoms, or related symptoms, in different ways. Some people, however, check off all the markers for depression yet have not…
Read MoreFat Chat is No Light Matter
Guest Blog Post By Andrea Wachter, LMFT Fat Chat & Your Child’s Body Image As an eating disorders therapist and woman who spent the majority of my life in the grip…
Read MoreDo Guilt and Shame Follow You Everywhere? Take These Steps to Let Them Go
When you feel you’ve done something wrong, it can leave you with feelings of guilt. This is perfectly normal. The problem occurs when you are far past the point where…
Read MoreHow to Deal with Anxiety When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
Does it sometimes feel like you’re being overwhelmed by life itself? Feeling overwhelmed is a common thing for those who suffer from anxiety. The feeling can hit at any time,…
Read MoreHow to Cope with Postpartum Depression
Being a mother is one of the hardest jobs anyone can do, and having a mood disorder can make a hard job feel impossible. What is Postpartum Depression? Having a…
Read MoreSimple Strategies to Eat More Mindfully and Change Your Relationship with Food
Are you tired of struggling with food? Do you find yourself thinking about what you will eat later in the day or wondering where your food just went? Do…
Read More9 Ways to Cope with Emotional Pain (without Food, Alcohol or Shopping)
Tara is a sensitive person. She finds herself taking on the emotional experiences of others; she can’t stand to see anyone in pain. Tara feels scared, small, and overwhelmed…
Read MoreA Woman’s Guide to Surviving Infidelity
Did you know that twenty five percent of people admit to having an extramarital affair? That number seems awfully high until you consider that the divorce rate in the…
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