Open Book Therapies

04/09/2026

Relationships aren’t meant to stay easy—they’re meant to grow, and that often comes with tension, miscommunication, and figuring each other out in a deeper way.

Hi, I’m Melissa—a couples therapist 👋 & you don’t have to wait until things are falling apart to take your relationship seriously. If something feels off, that’s already enough of a reason to pay attention.

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For educational and entertainment purposes only. This content is not a substitute for professional therapy or personalized advice.

02/27/2026

Hi and welcome 🤍

I’m Melissa a therapist — but I’m also a human.

A woman in her 30s still growing, still learning, still doing my own work. I care deeply about connection, self-awareness, and creating spaces where people feel safe enough to be honest.

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01/26/2026

Cutting people off protects you sometimes.
Other times, it prevents growth, accountability, and real intimacy.
Discernment matters 🫶🏻

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Read the full blog post here: https://openbooktherapies.com/blog/f/cut-off-culture-when-is-ending-a-relationship-healthy

01/26/2026

Everyone’s talking about lately… but is cutting people off really the answer?

“You owe them nothing.”
“Cut them off at the first red flag.”
“Protect your peace.”

Sound familiar? Social media makes walking away feel empowering — but sometimes it’s healthy, and sometimes it’s just avoiding hard feelings.

In our latest blog, we break down:
✅ When cutting ties is a healthy boundary
✅ When it might be emotional avoidance
✅ Risks of overusing
✅ How therapy can help you navigate tough relationships thoughtfully

💡 Read the full post and learn how to protect your peace without ghosting:

Scrolled through TikTok or Instagram lately? You’ve probably seen “cut them off” or “protect your peace.” But is really helping, or just avoiding hard feelings? This post breaks down how to set healthy bo...

01/04/2026

It’s normal to feel tired, unmotivated, or just… not ready to hustle at the start of the year. After a busy season, your body and mind might need rest more than productivity — and that’s completely okay.

Part of a New Year Recharge is giving yourself permission to slow down, reflect, and care for yourself. And you don’t have to do it alone.

Reaching out for support — whether it’s talking to a therapist, a friend, or someone you trust — isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s a way to protect your energy, set healthy boundaries, and move forward with more ease.

💌 Feeling like you need some guidance or just someone to talk to? Send me a DM — therapy can be a space to recharge, not just “fix” things.

11/30/2025

& she’ll become your soul kitty 🐱🩷

11/25/2025

Normalize clapping for the small wins 👏

They’re literally changing you.

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11/24/2025

for my anxious girlies ❤️‍🩹👯‍♀️

11/17/2025

Sometimes what we call “bad habits” are actually ways our nervous system learned to protect us.

Procrastination, overthinking, shutting down — they’re not flaws, they’re memories of what once felt unsafe.

Not all trauma is loud. Sometimes it hides in our patterns and reactions — the quiet ways we learned to survive.

Healing isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about understanding yourself. Asking, “What did this once do for me?”

Change comes from compassion, not control.
When your body feels safe again, it lets go on its own. 🤍

11/15/2025

It’s okay to feel all of this. 💛
To miss, hope, overthink, or hesitate.

This is human. You’re human. That’s enough.

11/13/2025

“Sometimes ‘It’ll be okay’ doesn’t feel real — and that’s okay. Here are a few honest ways to show support and validate feelings. ❤️ Which one feels most helpful to you?”

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For educational and entertainment purposes only. This content is not a substitute for professional therapy or personalized advice.