CBS Counseling, Philadelphia, PA (2026)

04/20/2026

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“Eight Dates” is another Gottman classic that focuses on how to continue offering consistent love, care, and attention in your relationship. The authors provide guidance on the frequency and content of dates, as well as how couples spend time together. They emphasize deepening communication skills and intentionally nurturing your relationship, even after being together for a long time.

I am generally a fan of all things Gottman, but this one was not a hit for me. It felt quite formulaic in a way that may not be sustainable and could leave people worrying that they are not “doing their relationship correctly.” It does not leave much room for those living more unconventional lives, and there did not seem to be much flexibility within the framework. While I love the idea of continuing to date one another, even in a long-term relationship, I believe there are more natural and sustainable ways to do this than the book suggests.

04/03/2026

A small shift in language, a big shift in perspective

03/18/2026

Shaking things up with this book review!

I loved Unmasking Autism, but since this isn’t my specialty, I asked my colleague Allison Beer who specializes in working with neurodivergent clients, to share her thoughts:

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“In Unmasking Autism, Dr. Devon Price offers an affirming look at what it means to be autistic in a neurotypical world. He explores how many people, especially those who are late-identified, learn to mask their natural responses, needs, and identities in order to feel safe or accepted, and the emotional and physical toll that can take over time. Price also sheds light on the history of the autism diagnosis, naming how women, lower class individuals, q***r folks, and people of color were excluded from research and therefore overlooked in diagnosis. Drawing from both his background in social psychology and his lived experience as a late-identified autistic person, he challenges narrow stereotypes and broadens our understanding of how autism can show up.

I love this book. I often suggest it to anyone exploring their identity, or anyone who loves and wants to better understand someone who is autistic or neurodivergent, so truly, it’s a book for everyone. Price gently guides readers toward greater self-understanding, speaking to sensory and relational needs, and how to unmask in ways that feel sustainable, empowering, and safe.

For a deeper dive into inner-ableism and neurodivergence, check out Dr Price’s other book: Laziness Does Not Exist.”

03/12/2026

Your body isn’t something you’re meant to constantly evaluate. It’s simply the vehicle that allows you to enjoy life. Self-objectification causes us to care more about how we’re perceived than our experiences and emotions. Let’s all work to judge ourselves and others less and enjoy ourselves more.

02/26/2026

We’re so excited to welcome Allee Cavallo to CBS Counseling!

Allee loves working with teens and adults and brings warmth, humor, and a grounded presence to her work. She creates a space that feels safe, supportive, and truly collaborative — the kind where real growth can happen.

If you’re in Pennsylvania and looking to start therapy, Allee is accepting new clients. Reach out through the link in bio.

02/26/2026

We’re so excited to welcome Allee Cavallo to CBS Counseling!

Allee loves working with teens and adults and brings warmth, humor, and a grounded presence to her work. She creates a space that feels safe, supportive, and truly collaborative — the kind where real growth can happen.

If you’re in Pennsylvania and looking to start therapy, Allee is accepting new clients! Reach out through the link in bio.

02/23/2026

The Gottman Method helps couples fight better, repair faster, and deepen connection.
It’s structured. It’s practical. It works.

02/15/2026

Quick serotonin trip to nourish our souls and carry us through this cold winter.

Winter can feel heavy for so many of us, myself included. The shorter days, the cold that keeps us indoors, the endless gray skies. Finding light this time of year takes intention.

Look for what brings you back to yourself this season.
For me, it’s chasing the sun, time with my husband (my most reliable source of light), and my first outdoor run since October.

01/21/2026

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Dr. Lalitaa Suglani explores a form of anxiety that often goes unnoticed because it hides behind productivity, competence, and success. She explains what high-functioning anxiety is and how the way it appears to others often does not match the internal experience of the person living with it. While this book focuses more on naming and understanding the experience than offering step-by-step solutions, it does include thoughtful exercises to explore along the way.

People in my life often describe me as very productive. My days are frequently pieced together like a puzzle to make sure I am maximizing my time. While this is often viewed as a strength, what is less visible is that obsessive thinking is usually the driving force behind it. This book resonated deeply with me, and honestly, with many people in my life as well. Anxiety is a silent struggle in a way that depression or other mental health challenges often are not, because it is disguised as traits we praise in Western culture. This is not a revolutionary read, but it puts language to patterns that many people sense yet cannot fully name. If you are perfectionistic, driven by self-criticism or fear of not living up to your potential, or unable to rest unless you are physically exhausted, this book is for you. And truly, my heart goes out to you. That is not an easy way to live, and there is meaningful, effective help available if you are willing to seek it.

01/08/2026

Ever notice how one of you wants to talk it out right now and the other wants to disappear for a bit? Yeah, me neither 😅

01/03/2026

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I don’t often review fiction, but this is one that helps people explore a deep psychological experience in a very accessible way.

‘The Midnight Library’ follows a woman who revisits the moments she most regrets, stepping into alternate versions of her life shaped by different choices. Each imagined path offers something new, yet even when lived differently, disappointment and loss still exist.

I’ve recommended this book to many therapy clients because it captures the psychology of regret so clearly. Anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma are often filled with “if only” thinking—the belief that one different decision would have fixed everything. This story gently challenges that idea by showing how no life is free from pain. While fictional, the book offers a meaningful therapeutic lens: our choices are not evidence of failure but landmarks that shape who we become. Learning to hold regret with compassion, rather than self-punishment, can be an important step toward acceptance and healing.

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