Mending Broken Hearts
“I don’t know if I can trust my spouse again.” “Can I get this past this?” “I don’t know how to prove that I won’t do this again.” These are Read More …
Author: Zoe Reyes LMFT
Sexual Healing: Surviving Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse is one of the most devastating traumas a child can experience. The impact on the child is significant; it can define a person’s sexuality as an adult, it Read More …
Frenemies: Rising Above Toxic Relationships
I heard the word “frenemy” for the first time several years ago while watching an episode of Sex and the City. A simplistic definition would say that these are individuals Read More …
The Sandwich Generation: Caretakers for Elderly Parents and Children
Based on the Merriam-Webster online dictionary, the sandwich generation is defined as “a generation of people who are caring for their aging parents while supporting their own children.” Life in Read More …
Crazy Talk: 6 Reasons Why People Avoid Me and Why I Think Therapists Are Cool
There is a certain level of self-confidence a therapist needs to have to be successful in this field. We have to keep in mind the courage it takes for someone Read More …
Finding That Rock Star In the Mirror
Many people often mistake self-esteem for arrogance. In session, clients I work with have difficulty acknowledging personal strengths and things that they’ve done well because of this very reason. Read More …
Casserole Hugs and Ice Cream Kisses: Going Beyond the Comfort of Food
One particular evening on my usual commute from work I thought to myself how long it has been since I’ve had ice cream. Once the thought entered my head, Read More …
A Climber’s Tale: Life Lessons Hanging Off the Side of a Rock
I started climbing almost a year ago, recently transitioning to outdoor rock climbing a few months ago. During the course of this new lifestyle, I’ve experienced a variety of Read More …
Loneliness on the Most Romantic Day of the Year
The other day I was intently studying my grocery list on my phone as I walked through the supermarket doors. When I finally looked up, my senses were overwhelmed with Read More …