You might think of it as sadness during the winter or the “winter blues”.

These assumptions are true, but there is also much more to the definition of Seasonal Affective Disorder. 

There are actually two types of SAD.

Since I was a young child, singing has been a natural expression of my being.

Something about singing along to songs on the radio, singing among others at concerts and in choirs, and just singing myself through my day offered solace. Singing allowed me to find my voice even when I felt silenced by the daily challenges of life.

In and out of the therapy room, self worth vs self confidence are frequently discussed concepts.

While often used interchangeably, these are two very different aspects of our self-perception that play important roles in our overall well-being.

Moving to college, whether as a freshman or returning student, comes with plenty of challenges and adjustments to make. One of those challenges that is often overlooked is switching from in-person therapy to online therapy sessions.

I have a chaotic relationship with social media. It’s an on-again, off-again relationship. 

On the one hand, I’m grateful.

I am grateful for the ways in which it keeps me connected to loved ones when I’m not able to be with them physically.

As 2024 approaches, many look forward to ringing in the new year with a sense of joy and excitement. 

But for many of us, New Year’s tidings come with a hefty dose of shame.