My Office is a Safe Space

June 1, 2017anxiety, depression, santa barbara therapist

Last week I had a client come in for her session, and talk about something that I felt must have been difficult to discuss.  Toward the end of the session, I asked her how she was feeling, and if she had any regrets in bringing this subject up.  Without any hesitation, she told me that … Read More

Thanksgiving and Our Many Blessings

November 24, 2015blessings, connections, depression, holidays, santa barbara therapist, self-talk, sorrow, stress management

We shouldn’t need a special day  to think about our blessings, but Thanksgiving does tend to turn our thoughts toward being grateful.  It’s easy to do that when things are going well.  But what about when we’re overwhelmed with struggles? I think that’s when remembering to count our blessings is more important than ever!  Our … Read More