POLY 101 - PART 2
Solo polyamory, often abbreviated as solo poly, refers to individuals who engage in multiple consensual, romantic relationships without integrating their lives closely with their partners.
Money Matters: A Couples’ Guide to Stress-Free Finances
Finances are a frequently occurring point of strain for many couples. When money matters become
From Conflict to Connection: How Counseling Can Help Couples Overcome Financial Stress
Money matters—it’s a simple fact. But when financial stress starts to take a toll on your relationship, it can feel overwhelming. Arguments over bills, mismatched spending habits, or the pressure to “make ends meet” can quickly turn into emotional distance, frustration, and tension.
Building Intimacy as a Busy Couple in 2025
In 2025, it feels like the demands on our time will only increase. Whether it's balancing work, caring for children, managing personal goals, or navigating the pressures of technology and social media, couples often find themselves feeling disconnected and distant. Intimacy—both emotional and physical—can easily slip down the list of priorities when life gets hectic.
Brainspotting: Maryland’s Pathway to Inner Healing
In the quiet, comforting spaces of Safe Space Counseling, nestled right here in Maryland, lives a unique approach to healing. It’s called Brainspotting, a therapeutic technique that combines neuroscience with a deep, intuitive understanding of human emotions.
The Calm after Storm in Therapy: What to Talk About When You Feel Okay?
Many people schedule their first therapy session when life feels overwhelming—perhaps after a particularly stressful week at work or during a family conflict. In those moments, the primary goal of therapy often centers around reducing distress and finding relief. But what happens when the storm passes and you start to feel better?
The Seven Stages of a Breakup
The concept of “breakup” can evoke significant fear and anxiety in the relationship world. Couples who once shared deep love may find themselves feeling disconnected and hurt, whether the split was anticipated or arose from more complicated dynamics. Regardless of the circumstances, breakups suck!!
Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder: When the Seasons Change, So Can Our Mood
Seasonal Affective Disorder, often referred to as SAD, is a form of depression that typically occurs during the colder, darker months of the year, starting in late autumn and lasting through winter.
Navigating College Stress: Relationships, School, and the Future
College is often portrayed as a thrilling time of independence, self-discovery, and academic pursuit. However, for many students, this exciting chapter can also bring about immense stress.
What To Do When Your Partner Becomes Distant
What if I told you that your partner pulling away is not necessarily a bad thing that reflects upon you or your relationship? Whatever the reason, it can be easy to jump to conclusions but I invite you to consider other factors that may be leading to them pulling away.
Breaking the Silence: Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Asian Cultures
Historically, Asians have faced significant barriers in seeking mental healthcare. While practical issues like cost, time, or lack of insurance are real, there’s often a more profound systemic barrier rooted in cultural beliefs about mental health. In many Asian communities, mental illness is surrounded by a considerable taboo, often dismissed as a sign of weakness or failure.
Navigating the Stress, Worries, and Uncertainty of Parenthood
Parenthood is a journey filled with challenges, uncertainties, and immense rewards. It’s okay to feel stressed, worried, or unsure as you navigate this new chapter in your life.
Write to Heal: The Transformative Power of Journaling
Journaling is commonly viewed as a method of record-keeping, where one consistently writes down thoughts, feelings, experiences, and reflections.
How Couples Therapy Can Still Help When You’ve Decided to Separate
Separation and the end of relationships can be scary and painful. Using couples therapy to navigate this transition thoughtfully can help create a more amicable separation and lay the groundwork for healthier future relationships.
Conquering Phobias: Effective Therapies and Teletherapy Insights
The NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) defines specific phobias as such fears—like heights, spiders, or flying—that can disrupt daily life. Even though adults may recognize these fears as exaggerated, the mere thought or encounter with the feared object can lead to debilitating symptoms such as anxiety, sleeplessness, and even avoidance behaviors affecting work, school, and relationships.
Addressing Mental Health Issues in Maryland: A Comprehensive Overview
According to the Maryland Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), approximately one in five adults in Maryland experiences a mental health condition each year. These conditions range from anxiety and depression to more severe illnesses such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. The impact of mental health issues extends beyond the individual, affecting families, workplaces, and communities.