5 Workplace Wellness Tips

5 Workplace Wellness Tips

We all know about the importance of self-care – setting aside that “me time” to focus on improving our mental, emotional and physical health. However, between children, work, relationships, or just life in general, it can be hard to make it a priority…

Reflections on Motherhood, Year One

Reflections on Motherhood, Year One

As a new parent, I can think about parenting and my new mom life a lot. Like all day long… Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the first year of parenting and contemplating why I am like this. Why I can spend all day…

When Self Care Feels Like a Chore

When Self Care Feels Like a Chore

As a new-ish mom and owner of a small business, I am far busier than I ever really have been in my life. Seriously, I’m even busier now than in grad school, completing a dissertation, and working three jobs in undergrad.

Who I am as a therapist?

Who I am as a therapist?

I am so happy to be joining the Thrive Therapy team! I am a licensed psychotherapist and am truly excited to do work I’m passionate about. I feel so grateful that I have the privilege of helping others…

Family Separation and Early Life Trauma

Family Separation and Early Life Trauma

By now, you’ve probably heard about the children being separated from their families at the US-Mexico border. Just to be clear, there is no official Trump administration policy stating that families entering the…

Why Do I Feel Unhappy After Having My Baby?

Why Do I Feel Unhappy After Having My Baby?

Having a baby can be both exciting and exhausting at the same time. Babies can bring tons of joy, but the transition into parenthood is not easy. You may find yourself feeling worried, irritable, or crying over…

Setting an Intention for 2018

Setting an Intention for 2018

We at Thrive hope all of our readers are having a very happy holiday season! While I am actually on vacation from the office for the week to spend time with the new little addition to our family, Luca, I was reflecting on my intention for next year.

Parent Holiday Survival Guide (Part 3)

Parent Holiday Survival Guide (Part 3)

The holiday season is upon us. And let’s be honest, the holidays can be quite stressful and exhausting! They can be demanding and overwhelming for the whole family. And feeling like you need to do everything to…