The holiday season is a time of joy, connection and celebrations, but for some it is otherwise. For some, it is increased tension, emotional and physical stress and isolation. For individuals experiencing domestic violence (DV), this is an extremely tough time because there is reduced [...]
Society has its expectations for everyone and over the past generations, for men, the expectation has been to express their masculinity in a way that is detrimental to their mental health. You will hear statements like “man up”, “don’t show your weakness”, “you should be [...]
Summer brings sun, freedom, and often split custody schedules that need careful coordination. Whether you share time weekly, biweekly, or on a 2-2-3 rotation, the key is clear, low-conflict communication from the start. Use a shared online calendar or co-parenting app like AppClose, to record [...]
When we think of someone struggling emotionally, we often picture tears, visible sadness, or an outright confession that something isn’t okay. But for many men, the signs of emotional distress show up differently — and they often go unnoticed. This is especially true during times [...]
This month, we’re discussing modern-day dating—a topic with no shortage of information but still vital to explore. The focus here isn't to suggest that not dating is wrong, but rather to highlight the importance of knowing yourself, assessing your readiness to date, staying safe, and [...]
Although February 14th may be a day shared between people who want to express their love for one another. it is also a good time to learn to love yourself. Whether you’re single, dating or in a serious relationship, loving yourself is just as important [...]
Interpersonal conflict is a common distress expressed in therapy. Relationships are important to our well-being as they foster connection and warmth. Maintaining healthy relationships requires mutual effort and commitment toward becoming healthier versions of oneself. This article will focus on romantic relationships and suggest how [...]
The concept of emotional intelligence has begun to gain more traction, both online and in the mental health world. It’s a relatively new area of study, but one that can pack a powerful punch for both your own well-being and the well-being of your personal [...]
Intimacy comes in many different forms and although one first thought might be sexual; this is not the only way to be intimate with your partner. You can have intimacy without sex and vice versa. Intimate moments might be shared by having deep intellectual conversations, [...]
There was somewhat of a dark joke that was floating among couples counselors when the pandemic first hit and lockdowns began that business would be booming soon. While it started off as a joke, unfortunately it has become much more of a reality as the [...]
