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How to Address Relationship Issues and Build Emotional Safety

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Blog post cover with text "How to Address Relationship Issues and Build Emotional Safety" with a St. Louis area couples therapist.

Relationships thrive on emotional security, trust, and open communication. Yet even the strongest couples face moments of tension, unspoken concerns, or recurring disagreements. These challenges often stem from deeper, unresolved issues—patterns that, if left unchecked, can further harm the foundation of a relationship. Addressing these underlying problems with intention and care creates stronger relationships and … Read more

Is My Childhood Still Affecting Me? Signs You Might Be Dealing with Old Wounds

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Blog post cover for "Is My Childhood Still Affecting Me" with woman looking distraught. Childhood trauma can be healed with the help of a skilled trauma therapist in Ballwin, MO.

You’re a grown-up now. You’ve got responsibilities, routines, maybe a partner, kids, a career—or all of the above. You’ve learned to show up, to manage, to smile when it counts. You’re not perfect (because who is?), but you’re doing your best. And still… Something isn’t quite sitting right. If that feels familiar, you’re not alone. … Read more

What’s the Point? How Therapy Helps You Reconnect with Meaning and Purpose

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What’s the Point How Therapy Helps You Reconnect with Meaning and Purpose blog post cover. STL therapist can help you thrive!

There comes a moment—sometimes softly, sometimes in the middle of a sleepless night—when you pause and ask yourself: “Is this really it?” You’ve checked the boxes.Built the career, the family, the habits.Done the journaling, the self-reflection, the growing. And still… something feels like it’s missing. If that question has been tugging at you lately, you’re … Read more

Premarital Counseling Isn’t Just for Engagements—It’s for Anyone Choosing Commitment

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Premarital Counesling Isn’t Just for Engagements—It’s for Anyone Choosing Commitment

There’s a quiet misconception floating around: That premarital counseling is only for couples who are officially engaged. You know—the ones with the ring, the date, the Pinterest board. #engagementera But here’s the truth:  You don’t need to be wedding planning to benefit from premarital counseling.In fact, you don’t need to be planning a wedding at … Read more

Hey Athlete: You’re Allowed to Love Your Sport and Feel Burnt Out

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Hey Athlete You’re Allowed to Love Your Sport and Feel Burnt Out from a St. Louis area child therapist.

Let’s get real: being a young athlete can feel amazing…and also, kind of exhausting. You love your sport—or at least, you used to.You’ve got drive, discipline, and big goals.You’ve made friends, had cool wins, and grown stronger than you ever thought possible. And yet… You might also be: This blog is for you—the kid or … Read more

“Locking In”: Harnessing Fall’s Most Viral Self-Improvement Trend While Caring for Your Mental Health

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Locking in: Fall's Most Viral Self-Improvement Trend While Prioritizing Your Mental Health.

Are you feeling the buzz about “Locking In” this fall? If your feed is suddenly full of goal lists, daily routines, or friends swearing off distractions and “locking in” for the rest of 2025, you’re in good company. This viral movement, known as the “Great Lock In,” has become the rallying cry for thousands determined … Read more

What Actually Happens in Pre-Marital Therapy? Here’s What to Expect in Your Engagement Era

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Couple in Premarital Counseling with text "What Actually Happens in Pre-Marital Therapy Here’s What to Expect" in your Engagement Era.

You’ve said yes. Or maybe you’re thinking about saying yes.You’re planning a wedding—or maybe just planning a life together. You love each other. You communicate pretty well. You’ve had a few fights, sure, but nothing alarming. You want to go into marriage with intention—and someone mentioned pre-marital therapy. You’re intrigued. But if you’re honest… you’re … Read more

From the Sidelines to the Heart: How Parents Can Emotionally Support Young Athletes

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Blog post cover with youth soccer team huddling with text "From the Sidelines to the Heart How Parents Can Emotionally Support Young Athletes" from a St. Louis area child therapist.

If you’re parenting a child or teen in competitive sports, you’ve probably already heard about the mental health challenges that can come with it—burnout, pressure, anxiety, and self-doubt. You might have nodded along, recognizing moments where your child seems a little more irritable, withdrawn, or overwhelmed than usual. But now you might be asking: “Okay, … Read more

What If You’re Not Broken—Just in Transition

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What If You’re Not Broken—Just in Transition Blog Post Cover for Therapy in St. Louis and St. Charles County

There’s a kind of person who tends to fly under the radar when it comes to emotional support. They’re reflective. Introspective. Insightful, even. They can tell you what’s going on in their inner world—sometimes with startling clarity. They journal. They self-assess. They read the articles, the books, the Substacks. They process everything… deeply. And yet, … Read more

You’re Self-Aware, High-Functioning, and Still Not Okay—Here’s Why Therapy Might Be the Missing Piece

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Blog post cover with text: "You’re Self-Aware, High-Functioning, and Still Not Okay—Here’s Why Therapy Might Be the Missing Piece" from a St. Louis area therapist serving Ballwin, Lake St. Louis, Chesterfield, Wentzville, Kirkwood, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, and more.

You’re not new to self-help. You’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, highlighted Brené Brown like scripture, and maybe even journaled through half a dozen prompts from Instagram therapists. You understand your patterns. You know where your anxiety comes from. You’re the go-to person for friends in crisis. From the outside, you seem grounded, … Read more