Spoon theory is most often used to describe how chronic illness affects energy levels. It’s not that you are lazy or dramatic. For some of us, energy is limited and we literally run out. By the end of this blog post, my hope is that you can approach today with a little less shame and a lot more understanding.

Did anyone teach you how to have difficult conversations? We can learn through watching our parents, friends, and TV. Were these lessons helpful? Did those talks end with a door slam, resolution or love? Did you get to see how or why they moved on? Therapy can help us learn how to have hard talks. In individual therapy you can process how you deal with and approach difficult conversations. In couples or relationship therapy you can have difficult conversations with someone guiding you and practicing tools. Here’s one free tool to try out.

Are you tired of asking “How are you?”, only to be met with a one word answer? Are you over giving a fake answer because it’s the norm? How many times do you say “I’m fine” or “good”? Even when you aren’t fine? Do you ever find it difficult to come up with an interesting answer to “How are things going?”?

Are you overwhelmed and searching the internet for tips? Whether you’re looking for yourself or someone else this article provides some quick tips that can be used with no therapy experience. What’s most important is finding the tools that works with you and your body. Our bodies are fascinating - some tips seem “easy” from the outside but can be life changing during a moment of panic of overwhelm.

Are you looking to start therapy, but unsure where to start? Have you ever considered that WHEN you go to therapy matters?

We know that seeking therapy can feel like a very daunting process. We are here to make it as easy as possible for you.