LynLake Centers for WellBeing

11/18/2025

Welcome to LynLake Centers for WellBeing at the Lyn-Lake Building, our inaugural and cherished location! Situated in the heart of the LynLake neighborhood, our facility offers convenient access and amenities tailored to accommodate diverse transportation needs. We look forward to welcoming you to our space!

Now Accepting New Clients! Reach out to start your therapy journey today.
https://smpl.is/ae2iv

11/14/2025

The holidays can bring both warmth and overwhelm. Between travel, social events, family expectations, financial strain, and constant sensory input, lights, music, crowds, conversation, it’s easy for even the most grounded person to feel overloaded.

For those who are neurodivergent, introverted, or already stretched thin by daily life, that overload can hit even harder. What’s often described as “holiday cheer” can start to feel like pressure… to keep up, to perform joy, or to meet expectations that don’t match your current capacity.

It’s okay if what you need most this season isn’t more connection, but more quiet. Rest and solitude aren’t signs of avoidance; they’re essential parts of how your body and mind recover. Build in intentional downtime between events. Plan sensory breaks where you can step away from noise or crowds. Communicate your boundaries early, so you can show up authentically rather than from a place of depletion.

When you give your nervous system the space to settle, you make room for real presence, the kind that lets you feel joy, not just endure the season. Sometimes, honoring your limits is the most loving thing you can do for yourself and the people you care about.

11/11/2025

Burnout and depression can look remarkably similar… exhaustion that doesn’t lift, loss of motivation, irritability, or even physical heaviness that makes daily life feel harder than it used to. But while they can overlap, they often have different roots.

Burnout usually develops when stress and imbalance go unchecked for too long. It’s the body and mind’s way of saying, “I can’t keep going like this.” It often shows up in response to work, caregiving, or other roles where you feel constantly responsible but rarely restored.

Depression, on the other hand, can be caused by a multitude of factors, internal and external. It can reshape how you think, feel, and relate to yourself and others… often creating a sense of emptiness, hopelessness, or disconnection that isn’t relieved by rest or time off.

If you’re unsure which one you’re facing (or if you are struggling with both at the same time!), that’s understandable. Therapy can help you sort through what’s happening, understand what your symptoms are trying to tell you, and find steps toward genuine rest, balance, and renewal.
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11/09/2025

The holidays often come with a complicated set of emotions. You can love your family deeply and still set boundaries with them. Setting boundaries during the holiday season isn’t selfish;it’s how we stay grounded, compassionate, and true to ourselves during the holiday season - and year-round.

If you’re struggling with guilt or conflict around family expectations, therapy can help you find clarity and communication tools that feel right for you.
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11/06/2025

Perfectionism often disguises itself as “motivation.” But underneath, it’s usually fear… of not being enough, of being judged, of losing control. The more we chase flawless performance, the further we get from self-compassion.

True growth happens when we allow space for imperfection. Progress, not perfection, is where strength and resilience live.
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11/04/2025

Introducing... Brandon Miranda, MA - Pre-Licensed Practitioner, under supervision ✨

Now Accepting New Clients!

Brandon Miranda (he/they) is a relational therapist working primarily with LGBTQ+ and BIPOC clients of all ages. His clinical work is rooted in narrative therapy, helping clients examine and reshape the stories they’ve internalized about themselves. He also draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS) to explore the complex parts within us that hold pain, protect us, or carry desires we don’t always understand.

Brandon has a particular interest in working with clients navigating ADHD, religious deconstruction, racial and cultural identity, and q***r experience. He approaches these topics with curiosity, clinical skill, and deep respect for the complexity of each client’s inner world.

Read Brandon's full bio here! https://smpl.is/ae7i6

11/04/2025

Grief is universal, but how we hold space for it—in ourselves and in others—can look very different.

Join our very own Jade Erickson, MSW, LICSW, for Grief Therapy: Yours, Theirs, Ours, a continuing education workshop designed for mental health professionals. This training offers a compassionate exploration of how grief shows up in clinical work, the neuroscience behind it, and how our own experiences shape the care we provide.

Together, we’ll unpack what complicates grief, explore meaningful interventions, and reflect on the ways loss touches both client and clinician.

Register here! https://smpl.is/ae2ih

11/04/2025

The menopause transition can bring more than physical changes—it can also impact mood, sleep, and emotional well-being. Fluctuating hormones, disrupted rest, and life stressors often combine to make this stage feel overwhelming.

Therapy can help you navigate these shifts with support and self-compassion. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, irritability, or a sense of loss, you don’t have to face it in silence.

https://smpl.is/ae326

Up to 70% percent of women experience mood changes during perimenopause and menopause — which can range from irritability and loss of concentration to anxiety and depression.

11/02/2025

The research is in… Happiness isn’t found in achievements or status, it’s found in connection.
But not all connections bring the same depth of joy.

Identity-based communities (where we live, what we do, or who we are) can offer belonging—but purpose-driven communities go further. They unite us around shared values, passions, and goals. These purpose-centered relationships invite authenticity, collaboration, and true fulfillment.

If you’ve been craving more meaning in your relationships, start by asking: What lights me up? Then find—or build—a community around that purpose.

That’s where lasting happiness lives. 💛

11/01/2025

When the clocks fall back, our bodies and minds often feel it first. Darker evenings can bring fatigue, restlessness, or a dip in mood—especially for those prone to seasonal depression.

Try to make time for daylight exposure, keep your routine steady, and give yourself grace as your system adjusts. The shift may be small, but your self-care doesn’t have to be.

https://smpl.is/ae32a

Mental health experts prepare for the seasonal challenges as clocks fall back this weekend, adding an hour of darkness to a time when sunshine is already limited.

11/01/2025

As daylight decreases, many people notice a dip in energy, motivation, and mood. This shift, known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), isn’t just “winter blues.” It’s a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes.

You can support your wellbeing by spending time outdoors when possible, using a light therapy box, and keeping consistent sleep and activity routines. And if you’ve been struggling more than usual, therapy can help you navigate this seasonal transition with extra care.
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10/30/2025

Struggling with sleep? Stress, screens, and busy schedules can all get in the way of rest. The good news: a few small lifestyle shifts can make a huge difference.

✨ Stick to a consistent sleep and wake time.
✨ Shut down screens an hour before bed to give your brain a break.
✨ Create a restful environment: dark, cool, and quiet.
✨ Build a wind-down ritual that tells your body it’s time to rest.
✨ Avoid caffeine and alcohol close to bedtime.