Navigating the Shift: How Your Relationship with Your Partner Changes After Baby

Mom, Dad, and baby, snuggled in bed together with text "Navigating the Shift How Your Relationship with Your Partner Changes After Baby" written by a maternal mental health therapist in St. Louis, MO. Get postpartum therapy in Ballwin, or Lake St. Louis, MO with a postpartum specialist here!

The moment your baby arrives, everything shifts—especially your relationship with your partner. While you’ve probably heard that “nothing prepares you for the change,” there’s truth in the idea that the relationship dynamics are about to change in new and surprising ways. You’re both stepping into uncharted territory as parents and while it can be overwhelming, … Read more

Parenting the Whole Child: Not Just the Behavior

Photos of various children and parents in different settings with text "Parenting the Whole Child Not Just the Behavior" from a child therapist and parent coach in Ballwin, MO.

We’ve all been there while parenting. That moment when your child’s behavior feels like it’s absolutely spiraling out of control. Whether it’s a tantrum, an attitude adjustment, or just a full-blown meltdown over something that seems pretty minor to you (like why is this such a big deal?!), it’s hard not to focus just on … Read more

“They Didn’t Cheat, But…”: Impact of Emotional Infidelity

Man with head against the wall, woman looking upset. Text "They Didn't Cheat, But... Impact of Emotional Infidelity" blog post by STL couples therapists in Ballwin, MO and Wentzville, MO. Get help for betrayal trauma and infidelity here.

As therapists specializing in relationship issues and betrayal trauma, we often encounter clients grappling with a form of infidelity that doesn’t involve physical cheating but can be just as devastating: emotional infidelity. This type of betrayal, while sometimes less tangible, can leave deep scars and shatter trust in ways that are just as profound as … Read more

Navigating Teenage Emotions: A Parent’s Guide to Staying Grounded

Teen girl standing against a vibrant brigck wall background with headphones on. Blog post title "Navigating Teenage Emotions A Parent’s Guide to Staying Grounded" from a teen therapist in Ballwin, MO helping parents of teenagers deal with teen emotions.

You’re on the receiving end of rolled eyes, sighs that indicate how ridiculous you are, and constant exasperated tones no matter what approach you try. Sound familiar? Parenting a teenager can feel like you’re speaking a completely different language. One full of emotional tripwires. One moment, they’re talking your ear off about their favorite show … Read more

It’s Valentine’s Day, and You Just Broke Up

Pink and hearts with a "LOVE" balloon and text "It’s Valentine’s Day and You Just Broke Up" a blog by Ballwin and Lake St. Louis, MO therapists dealing with breakups, heartbreak, and more.

It’s Valentine’s Day and…you just had a breakup. The universe’s sense of humor is not humorous to you. You haven’t even usually cared about Valentine’s Day–both in your single eras and your relationship eras–but V-Day in the breakup era hits differently. You may be feeling deeply overwhelmed, or you may be feeling pretty numb. You … Read more

How Do I Know if My Child Needs Play Therapy?

Photos of children playing with text "How Do I Know if My Child Needs Play Therapy" by a child and play therapist at Marble Wellness in Ballwin, MO.

As parents, we’re always looking for ways to support our children’s emotional well-being. If you’ve been considering therapy for your child, you’re on the right track. At Marble Wellness, we’ve seen firsthand how play therapy can be a game-changer for children struggling with emotional or behavioral challenges. Let’s dive into what play therapy is all … Read more

Can EMDR Therapy Help with Anxiety or Depression?

"Can EMDR Therapy Help with Anxiety or Depression?" from a trauma therapist doing EMDR therapy in-person in Ballwin, MO and virtual EMDR in Missouri here.

Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health struggles people face. If you’ve ever found yourself trapped in a cycle of constant worry, we get it. Perhaps you’re feeling like you can’t shake the heaviness, or struggling to find joy in life? Well, you’re not alone. Both anxiety and depression can make … Read more