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01/02/2026

Book Review: Not Drinking Tonight by Amanda White

Book Review: Not Drinking Tonight by Amanda E. White — A Compassionate Guide to Rethinking Alcohol If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for a glass of wine out of habit, stress, or emotional fatigue, Not Drinking Tonight by licensed therapist Amanda E. White offers a perspective that feels less like a lecture and more like a conversation with a trusted guide....

Book Review: Not Drinking Tonight by Amanda E. White — A Compassionate Guide to Rethinking Alcohol If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for a glass of wine out of habit, stress, or emotional fati…

01/01/2026

12/27/2025

Understanding Addiction: Why Alcoholism is More Than Just a Choice

Alcoholism and addiction are often misunderstood. Many people think it’s simply a matter of willpower, but research and clinical experience show it’s far more complex. Addiction affects the brain, behavior, and body, creating patterns that are difficult to break without support. For someone struggling with alcoholism, it’s not about laziness or moral failure, it’s about changes in the brain’s reward system that make stopping incredibly challenging....

Alcoholism and addiction are often misunderstood. Many people think it’s simply a matter of willpower, but research and clinical experience show it’s far more complex. Addiction affects the brain, …

12/23/2025

It’s always good to have a mental health plan during the holidays. More tips in bio!

12/22/2025

The holidays are here! More tips for finding joy this time of year in our Holiday Blog. Link in bio.

12/22/2025

The holidays are here! More tips in our Holiday Blog. Link in bio.

12/20/2025

More tips in our blog. Link in bio 👆

12/15/2025

Our therapist Jane shares 3 ways to connect with your partner ! To schedule an appointment with Jane or to read more about her, click the link in our bio

12/10/2025

According to the 2025 holiday mental health report the season involves a complex mix of emotions with 57% of respondents saying that they found the holidays stressful and 64% wanting to skip some gatherings.

How do you handle holiday stress?

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12/03/2025

What is Defensive Listening?

How to Recognize Defensive Listening and What to Do Instead Have you ever been in a conversation where the other person reacts as if you were attacking them, even though you weren’t? Or maybe you know the feeling of instantly bracing yourself, scanning for criticism, or preparing a counter-argument before your partner even finishes their sentence. That’s defensive listening and it’s one of the fastest ways for communication to break down....

How to Recognize Defensive Listening and What to Do Instead Have you ever been in a conversation where the other person reacts as if you were attacking them, even though you weren’t? Or maybe you k…

09/16/2025

Gottman Method Couple Therapy: What Is It? Couples often seek therapy when communication breaks down, trust is challenged, or recurring conflicts feel impossible to resolve. Among the many approaches to couples counseling, the Gottman Method stands out for its research-backed strategies and practical tools. But what exactly is it, and how does it work? What Is the Gottman Method? The Gottman Method of couple therapy was developed by Drs....

Gottman Method Couple Therapy: What Is It? Couples often seek therapy when communication breaks down, trust is challenged, or recurring conflicts feel impossible to resolve. Among the many approach…