by Helene Simons | Aug 20, 2026 | Mental Health, Depression, Therapy
Key Takeaways: Infertility Causes Ambiguous Loss and Silent Grief: Infertility isn’t just a physical or medical condition; it creates an emotional ripple effect, including anxiety, depression, and social isolation. Specialized Support Protects Individuals and...
by Helene Simons | Jul 22, 2026 | Anxiety, Kids and Teens, Mental Health, Therapy
Key Takeaways: Not every instance of your teen acting out means they need professional support. Natural developmental milestones like mood swings, a desire for independence, and prioritizing friends are normal parts of growing up. When bringing up the idea of therapy...
by Helene Simons | Jun 11, 2026 | EMDR, Mental Health, PTSD, Therapy
Key Takeaways: Trauma Is a Wound to the Nervous System, Not a Weakness: PTSD is not reserved exclusively for military veterans; it can stem from “everyday” experiences like relational neglect, medical trauma, chronic workplace stress, or sudden loss...
by Helene Simons | May 20, 2026 | EMDR, Mental Health, Therapy
Key Takeaways: EMDR Reaches Where Talk Therapy Can’t: Unresolved traumatic memories can get physically “stuck” in the nervous system, leading to anxiety, flashbacks, and persistent patterns that words alone cannot always resolve. It Is an...
by Helene Simons | Apr 22, 2026 | Eating Disorders, Mental Health, Therapy
Key Takeaways: An Eating Disorder Is a Complex Condition, Not a Choice: Eating disorders affect individuals regardless of age, body size, or gender, often masquerading as discipline or high achievement while taking a heavy financial, physical, social, and mental toll...
by Helene Simons | Nov 19, 2025 | Mental Health, Anxiety, Kids and Teens, Therapy
Key Takeaways: Young Adults Prefer Anonymity and Distance: Gen Z and young millennials are open to addressing their mental health, but many feel apprehensive about opening up to family or doctors, with 52% feeling comfortable using AI chatbots and 30% preferring to...