Life Transitions

Helping Teens Make a Healthy Transition to College: Responsibility and Mental Health

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The transition from high school to college is a monumental milestone in any teenager’s life. It’s an exciting time filled with opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and independence. However, it also comes with challenges that, if unaddressed, can make this transition overwhelming. By focusing on cultivating responsibility, nurturing mental health, and fostering meaningful connections, teens can … Read more

The Sandwich Generation: Coping with Dual Caregiving Roles

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Balancing the responsibilities of raising young children while caring for aging parents is a reality for many adults in the sandwich generation. This dual caregiving role can be overwhelming, but it’s also an opportunity to strengthen family bonds and model compassion for the next generation. If you’re feeling stretched thin, know that you’re not alone—and … Read more

When Is the Time for Me? Navigating Primary Caregiver Stress, Maternal Rage, and Overwhelm in St. Louis

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Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging roles you can take on. But if you’re the primary or default caregiver, the weight of responsibility can feel unrelenting. You may find yourself asking, “When is the time for me?” This question is especially common among moms in Ballwin, Lake St. Louis, and other parts … Read more

Navigating the Emotional Impact of Perimenopause and Menopause

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Perimenopause and menopause are well-known for their physical symptoms—hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue—but the emotional impact often takes women by surprise. Mood swings, irritability, anxiety, and even feelings of grief or loss can be just as disruptive as the physical changes. If you’re finding yourself feeling unlike “you” lately, know that you’re not alone. Let’s … Read more

Maintaining Your Mental Health in Winter Months

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As the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, some of us start to feel the shift—not just in the weather but in our mood, too. If you’ve noticed that you’re feeling a little more sluggish, down, or unmotivated than usual during the winter months, you’re not alone. You might be dealing with Seasonal Affective … Read more

College-Bound? Consider Online Therapy in Missouri for College Students

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It hardly seems possible that it’s already back-to-school time for so many college students in the St. Louis area. The transition back to school is multifaceted. First, there are dorms or apartments to consider. Then, meals, dining plans, furniture, shopping, schedules, activities, and so much more. One thing that can easily be overlooked is consistent … Read more

Burnout: Recovering from the Symptoms of Chronic Stress using Therapeutic Approaches

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Burnout has become increasingly common in today’s fast-paced and demanding world. Many factors contribute to this widespread issue, including high workloads, long hours, and the pressure to constantly perform and achieve. Advances in technology have blurred the boundaries between work and personal life, making it difficult for individuals to disconnect and recharge. Additionally, the competitive … Read more

Burnout Uncovered: Understanding, Preventing, and Recovering from Chronic Stress

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Have you been noticing that you’re feeling a bit more stressed and exhausted than usual? Sometimes, when we’re constantly dealing with high levels of stress without adequate rest or support, it can lead to burnout. Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It often involves feelings … Read more

Pausing: A St. Louis Therapist’s Insights on the Power of Pausing for Your Mental Health

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By Cara Peroutka, a St. Louis, MO couples therapist One of my favorite things to do is watch movies. Now to be honest, I do not get control of the TV much thanks to the people I live with but when I do, typically I have to push pause multiple times because someone usually needs … Read more