Every April, a pair of jeans appears in our office. They’re not there all year long. They’re placed intentionally during that month for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. At the beginning, they’re simple. Just denim. But over time, they begin to change. More Than Just Jeans We leave a Sharpie by the jeans. As people come in and out of the office, some choose to write on them. Not everyone! And there is no expectation. But for those who want to, it can become a place to leave som

Here’s What to Expect: Starting therapy can feel like a big step. And starting a type of therapy you’ve never even heard of before? That can feel like a lot. We get asked about Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.) all the time—what it is, how it works, and what it actually feels like  to go through it. So if you’ve been curious, unsure, or just trying to figure out if it’s something you’d even want to try… this is a simple, honest look at what to expect. What is A.R.T. (in

There’s something about the transition into summer that feels different. Longer days are approaching. Schedules begin to open up. Kids can feel the shift before it fully arrives — the anticipation of freedom, fewer routines, and more unstructured time. It’s a season many families look forward to. And at the same time, it can bring unexpected challenges. As structure begins to loosen, some children experience increased emotional intensity, difficulty with transitions, or a sen

Have you noticed it? That subtle shift where things feel… a little easier. You’re getting out of bed with less resistance.  Your mood feels a bit steadier.  You might even catch yourself thinking, “Ohhh… I feel like myself again!”  That’s not random—and it’s not just mindset. Your Brain Loves This Time of Year As we move into spring, your body is naturally recalibrating. More sunlight helps boost serotonin (your mood stabilizer).  Longer days help regulate sleep and energy. W

There are moments in life that don’t come with a warning. Moments where everything feels too heavy, too fast, or too overwhelming to carry alone. And in those moments, most people don’t need perfect words.They don’t need a lecture.They don’t need someone to “fix” everything. They need someone to notice, stay, and help them take the next step. First—Let’s Define “Crisis” A mental health crisis doesn’t always look dramatic or obvious. Sometimes it looks like: Withdrawing from p