Adolescents who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or members of the queer community (LGBTQ+) are at a greater risk for developing mental health issues due to minority stressors. Minority stressors are experiences and events related to being a minority that result in disturbance or maladjustment. Examples of minority stressors are the expectation of rejection,…
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While our breath is one of the most important functions of our body, it is something that we do not often think about because it happens automatically. There is an abundance of evidence which shows that your breath can be used to increase mental and emotional well-being. When we are stressed, overwhelmed or experiencing anxiety;…
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How do we determine our needs? The first step is to gift yourself this question: “What do I need?” The second step is: Listen to yourself. If this seems novel for you, it might be challenging at first. However, you might be surprised at the outcome. One way to listen to yourself is to pay…
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Inspired by both my brave and vulnerable clients as well as earlier versions of myself…I’ve come to the conclusion that a pressing issue for many of us is rooted in our inability to identify our own needs. As I digest clients stories and look in their watery eyes, gently asking, “what did you need in…
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