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Changing Seasons, Changing Moods: Teen Depression in the Fall
As the leaves change and the days grow shorter, fall can bring more than just a shift in the weather. For teenagers, ret...
4 Habits That Are Silently Fueling Your Depression (And How to Stop Feeding the Beast)
We like to think of depression as some grand, sudden storm that rolls in out of nowhere, complete with thunderbolts, dra...
The Long Goodbye: Finding Hope, Grace, and Boundaries on World Alzheimer’s Day
Caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s can mean grieving parts of the relationship while still learning how to care for th...
Suicide Prevention Starts With a Conversation
Talking about suicide can feel uncomfortable, but starting the conversation can help people feel less alone and more wil...
“I’m Bored!” Helping Children Navigate Boredom
“I'm bored.” Two words coming from a child that almost every parent or caregiver dreads to hear.
The moment a child says...
The Sunday Scaries of August: How to Handle End-of-Summer Anxiety
As late August rolls around, a subtle shift hits the atmosphere. The sun sets just a little too early, back-to-school di...
Understanding Anxiety’s Impact on Boundaries
Have you ever found yourself saying “yes” when really you wanted to say “no”?
Maybe you agreed to take on a project with ...
Creative Ideas For Increasing Your Sense Of Peace
A sense of peace is not usually something discovered by accident. It comes from taking small, intentional moments to slo...
The Script in Your Head: Why Anxiety Makes You Rehearse Phone Calls (And How to Stop)
The phone on your desk starts vibrating. A name flashes on the screen. It's an unknown number, or worse, your boss. Inst...
Feeling Stuck in Survival Mode After Trauma? Understanding Trauma Responses
Have you ever told yourself, That happened a while ago or I should okay now ? Yet despite knowing the difficult situatio...
The Relationship Wire-Cross: Why You Can’t Fix Your Partner’s Day
We’ve all been there. You come home after a day that can only be described as a dumpster fire inside a train wreck. Your...
Constant Need to Be “On” and Reachable
In today’s world, there is constant pressure to always be reachable. The urge to check emails, texts, and notifications ...
The "Fraud" in the Corner Office: Navigating Imposter Syndrome in Leadership
You’ve finally made it! The title on your LinkedIn profile looks impressive, your office has a door that actually closes...
Depression in Men: Breaking the Silence and Redefining Strength
Depression in men is common, but it often goes unnoticed. Millions of men experience depression each year, yet many neve...
Trauma Impact of Sudden Life Changes and Accidents Today
Life is always changing.
As I am sitting here writing while on vacation—which I truly needed—I find myself reflecting on ...
Using Movement-Based Therapy to Release Anxiety Stored in the Body
Anxiety rarely stays in your thoughts alone. For many people, it shows up first in the body: tight shoulders that never ...
How to Talk to a Loved One About Mental Health
What is Mental Health?
Talking about mental health can feel overwhelming. You might worry about saying the wrong thing, m...
Supporting a Grieving LGBTQ Teen: Affirming Care
Supporting a Grieving LGBTQ Teen with Affirming Care
A grieving LGBTQ teen often carries two layers of pain at once: the ...
Understanding and Navigating Grief in Teens
Adolescent grief is often overlooked or misunderstood. While grief is frequently associated with adults, the fragile sta...
Will You Be My Valentine?
Valentine’s Day can be a time of romantic celebration, or it can magnify confusing, hurtful, or manipulative behaviors t...
Peer Pressure in Teens: Modern Challenges & Mental Health
Today’s teens are exposed to a wide range of influences that create increased peer pressure. Many of these pressures ste...
LGBT+ Anxiety and Stress: How Therapy Can Help
One shared experience many LGBT+ people recognize is the constant, often unconscious scanning of their environment, read...
Finding Connection When the Holidays Feel Empty
The holidays are often described as a time of warmth, connection, and celebration. But for many people, that picture doe...
When the Holidays Trigger Grief: How to Cope With Missing Loved Ones
The holidays are often painted as the happiest time of the year, filled with twinkling lights, festive gatherings, and m...
Practicing Gratitude for Mental Health: A Therapist’s Guide
Gratitude is more than saying “thank you” or writing in a journal. Practicing gratitude for mental health is a powerful ...
Parenting Through College Transitions: Coping With Empty Nest Syndrome
For many parents, sending a child off to college is a milestone filled with pride and excitement. Yet, as your home sudd...
How Seasonal Change Affects Mental Health
As summer winds down and the leaves begin to turn, many of us feel a shift in more than just the weather. It’s common to...
What Smart People Get Wrong About AI and Mental Health
In the rush to innovate, some of the smartest minds in technology, research, and healthcare are placing their hope in ar...
The Connection Between Anxiety and Perfectionism in Teens
Adolescence is a time of discovery, growth, and increasing independence, but it’s also a period of intense pressure. Man...
Coping with Uncertainty in Times of Political Turmoil
As therapists, we see the weight people carry when faced with the daily cycle of news, commentary, and political conflic...
Grief and Healing: Coping During Suicide Prevention Month
Dealing with Grief During Suicide Prevention Month
At Towler Counseling, our trained therapists work with clients facing ...
Anxiety and Anger Connection: When Fear Turns to Fury
Anxiety and anger are two of the most common emotional experiences in human life. Yet, despite their apparent difference...
Teen Mental Health and Social Media: A Parent's Guide
In today’s world, teens are the first generation to grow up fully online. Social media shapes their friendships, self-es...
The Benefits of Taking a Vacation for Mind and Body Health
In a society that idolizes busyness and hustle, the benefits of taking a vacation are often overlooked. Yet, science and...
The Surprising Stress of Summer on Couples
For many, summer is associated with relaxation, travel, long easy evenings and making memories with family while kids ar...
Coping with Cancer: A Self-Help Guide to Finding Strength, Hope, and Meaning
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is life-changing. It can feel like the ground beneath you has shifted, leaving you overwhel...
Red Flags in Children's Behavior: When to Seek Help
Parenting can be one of the greatest joys and most rewarding journeys in a person’s life. However, it can also come with...
Moving the Tassel: Graduating Students and Mental Health Transitions
Graduation is a momentous occasion; caps fly, cameras flash, and emotions run high. It marks the end of a chapter filled...
Embracing Both/And Dialectic: A Shift from Either/Or
In a world increasingly dominated by polarization and stark binary choices, the both/and dialectic offers a refreshing a...
Empowering Your Child: Essential Test-Taking Strategies
As children progress through school, they inevitably encounter various assessments that evaluate their knowledge and ski...
The Rise of Telehealth: Transforming Healthcare Delivery
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare systems around the world faced unprecedented challenges, compelling the...
Understanding Mental Load: The Burden of Invisible Labor
What Is Mental Load
The term mental load has been floating around for years but recently seems to be everywhere. In an ar...
Finding Strength in Grief: Navigating the Journey Ahead
Grief is a deeply personal experience that can arise from the loss of a loved one, the end of a significant relationship...
Postpartum Care Tips for New Moms' Mental & Physical Health
Becoming a new mom is a transformative experience filled with a whirlwind of emotions, joys, and challenges. While the a...
2025: New Year, New Mindset Goals
As we transition into the new year, 2025, many of us find ourselves reflecting on the past year, setting new resolutions...
The Gift of Slowing Down: Creating Meaningful Traditions
The holiday season often arrives in a rush of lights, deadlines, and to-do lists. Between travel plans, family gathering...
What Happens in Family Therapy (and Why It’s Not Just for “Broken” Families)
When people hear the term family therapy, they sometimes picture chaos—arguments, tears, and a therapist trying to calm ...
Beyond the Mask: Understanding High-Functioning Depression
Some people carry heavy emotional burdens quietly while appearing outwardly successful. High-functioning depression can ...
Reclaiming Your Identity After Major Life Changes
Change, even when it’s positive, can shake the foundation of who we believe ourselves to be. Whether it’s a career shift...
Emotional Regulation for Kids: Helping Children Name and Manage Feelings
Helping children understand and manage their emotions is a crucial part of healthy development. Emotional regulation for...
When Summer Feels Lonely: The Hidden Side of an “Upbeat” Season
Summer is often depicted as a season of joy, vacations, and vibrant social activity. Yet for many people, the reality fe...
Therapy Myths That Keep People from Getting Help
Seeking therapy can feel like a big step, but for many people, misconceptions about counseling prevent them from getting...
Mother’s Day Reflections: Honoring the Complexity of Motherhood
Motherhood is a journey filled with deep joy, intense responsibility, and moments of self-discovery. While society often...
Mindful Parenting: How to Stay Present in the Chaos of Daily Life
Parenting can feel like a constant balancing act. Between school drop-offs, meal prep, bedtime routines, and trying to s...
The Invisible Impact of Micro-Traumas: Why Little Things Add Up
When people think of trauma, they often imagine major life events: a loss, an accident, or a moment of crisis. But not a...
Healing Together: How Couples Can Reconnect After Emotional Distance
Relationships change over time. Even the strongest couples experience periods when they feel disconnected or emotionally...
Small Starts: Building Habits That Support Emotional Health
Each new year often brings pressure to transform our lives overnight. Instead of chasing big, unsustainable resolutions,...