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My life is great, but I feel sad- could I be depressed? Signs of High functioning depression from an atlanta therapist
You are successful at work, and your relationships are going great. You have a pretty active social life, considering the last couple of years of a pandemic! Things are going good…but you feel sad, and wonder "could I be depressed?" Maybe you try to “snap” out of it...
“How Can I Build Trust in My Relationship?” 4 Tips From a Black Therapist in Atlanta
What is Trust? Trust can mean many different things to different people. It can be defined as being able to let you let your guard down because you feel safe with someone. Trust can be a sense of loyalty to someone or something and the feeling of knowing you are in...
Do Happily Married Couples Fight? Relationship Advice from an Atlanta Couples Counselor
You may be wondering if the frequent fighting in your relationship means your marriage is doomed. Or if that one couple is in true marital bliss because they never seem to argue with each other. Could frequent fights be a sign of trouble? Do happily married couples...
I’m struggling with body image in the new year- is body positivity even possible? An Atlanta Therapist for Young Adults Weighs in
It's that time of year again- the diet industry is in full swing making us all feel guilty for our Holiday celebrations. With all the messages from the media, and friends and family talking about their new year diets, it makes sense to be struggling with body image....
How to Prevent Burnout for Busy High Achievers- Tips from a Black Therapist in Atlanta
What is Burnout? As a Black Therapist in Atlanta, I see burnout often-especially in clients who are high achievers. Burnout is a state of exhaustion that can be caused by being overworked or overwhelmed. It can come from physical, emotional, and mental stress. It is...
3 Tips For a No-Pressure New Year by An Atlanta Counselor
The new year is quickly approaching, and people are gearing up to make plans for change. However, the New-Year-New-You mindset can set us up for feeling shame and guilt if we perceive that we “failed.” What if this year, you set intentions that may not feel so black...
My Spouse and I Can’t Agree on Holiday Traditions and It’s Causing Conflict. Help! By An Atlanta Couples Therapist
While the holiday season is often referred to as “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” several people experience the opposite. Sometimes the holiday season feels more like “The Most Anxious Time of the Year” or “The Busiest Time of the Year.” Couples can easily feel...
5 Tips to Help Reconnect Busy Couples – by an Atlanta Couples Therapist
Whatever stage of life you and your spouse find yourself in, you probably have something competing for your attention. It could be kids’ activities, work obligations, family commitments, or regular commitments for your hobbies. Unfortunately, even the good and...
Why People With Trauma Can Feel So Isolated – by An Atlanta Trauma Therapist
Trauma means different things to different people. The thing that stays the same among all people who survive trauma is this: Trauma changes the brain. The brain begins processing all data differently than it did before the traumatic event. It makes new...
Someone Said That I’m a People-Pleaser, but I Just Want People to Be Happy. What’s Wrong With That? -by An Atlanta Counselor
You’ve always considered yourself a caring person, which seemed like a good thing. You’ve gone out of your way to show up for anyone by doing everything from helping financially to squeezing in time to chat with a hurting friend, even when you’re exhausted. Maybe...
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