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

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

Momming Ain’t Easy: Real Talk with Real Moms

Mom looking overwhelmed holding a baby with text: "Momming Ain't Easy: Real Talk with Real Moms" from a St. Louis, MO mom therapist.

Motherhood is a beautiful, rewarding journey–but it’s also one of the most challenging roles many women will ever face. If you’re a mom of young children, like two little girls ages 5 and 3, you probably know this all too well. You might feel exhausted, emotionally drained, and overwhelmed by the constant demands on your … Read more

Single Moms: Navigating Emotions, Guilt, and Self-Worth with Compassion

Collage of photos with moms and children looking happy. Text reads "Single Moms Navigating Emotions, Guilt, and Self-Worth with Compassion" Therapy for single moms in St. Louis, MO helps you feel understood and grounded here.

Being a single mom is one of the most challenging and rewarding roles a woman can take on. You wear many hats-provider, nurturer, teacher, and often sole decision-maker. It’s a journey filled with a wide range of emotions, from deep love and pride to exhaustion, guilt, and sometimes loneliness. If you’re reading this, you might … Read more

Parenting Young Kids: Unique Marriage Stressors

Mom with kids at a table with text "Parenting Young Kids: Unique Marriage Stressors". Therapy for parents, moms, and families is available in St. Louis and St. Charles County, MO.

Parenting young children is a beautiful, rewarding journey filled with joy, discovery, and love. But it’s also one of the most challenging phases for any couple’s relationship. If you’ve found yourself thinking, “We have young kids and I’m sure a lot of this has to do with that,” you’re not alone. Many parents in Ballwin, … Read more

When Loneliness Strikes in a Relationship: How Couples Can Reconnect and Heal

Couple sitting apart with text "When Loneliness Strikes in a Relationship How Couples Can Reconnect and Heal". Consider couples therapy in St. Louis, MO with a Ballwin marriage counselor or Wentzville couples therapist.

Loneliness is absolutely something to be concerned about right now. Both for people who are single, and also for people in relationships. One experience I’ve heard shared similarly by different people is this feeling of being surrounded by friends, family, & loved ones but still feeling isolated or alone. Specifically when there might be a … Read more

Summer Self-Care for Parents: Finding Me-Time Amidst Family Chaos

Mom reading a book with text overlay: "Summer Self-Care for Parents Finding Me-Time Amidst Family Chaos". Get therapy for moms and families in the St. Louis metro area here.

The kids are running through the sprinklers, the dog is barking at the mail truck, and you’re mentally juggling the grocery list, work emails, and tomorrow’s swim lessons. Summer is supposed to be a season of sunshine and relaxation, but for many parents, it can feel like a marathon with no finish line.  If you’re … Read more

Creating a ‘Loose’ Summer Schedule: The Key to Happy Kids and Parents

Calendar with summer list and text: "Creating a 'Loose' Summer Schedule The Key to Happy Kids and Parents" St. Louis therapists for moms, families and children give tips for a less chaotic summer here.

Imagine a summer where your family enjoys both the freedom of unscheduled afternoons and the comfort of a gentle routine. No frantic rushes, no endless “What’s next?”—just a rhythm that allows for laughter, connection, and a little bit of calm for everyone. If that sounds appealing, you’re not alone. For many parents in Ballwin, Chesterfield, … Read more

Whine-Free Zone: Strategies for Dealing with Summer Complaints

Kids upside down playing with text "Whine-Free Zone Strategies for Dealing with Summer Complaints" from a St. Louis therapist for moms, families, children, and more.

Ever notice how the sound of whining can turn a sunny afternoon into a thunderstorm—no matter how many fun plans you’ve made? If you’re a parent, you know that summer break brings its own unique chorus of complaints: “I’m bored!” “It’s too hot!” “Why can’t I have more screen time?” The truth is, even the … Read more

The Summer Slide: Keeping Academic Skills Sharp Without the Stress

Kids in a group reading from the same book in the grass with text "The Summer Slide Keeping Academic Skills Sharp Without the Stress". Learn from a St. Louis area therapist for children and teens how to help support academics over the summer.

Did you know that kids can lose up to two months of reading skills over the summer if they don’t stay engaged? For many parents in communities like Ballwin, Chesterfield, and Kirkwood, there’s a familiar worry that creeps in as the school year fades: Will my child lose the academic progress they made this year? … Read more

Maintaining Friendships: Helping Kids Stay Connected When School’s Out

Group of kids in a circle looking down at the camera smiling with text "Maintaining Friendships Helping Kids Stay Connected When School's Out". STL child and family therapists can help you navigate keeping your child connected over the summer.

Summer in St. Louis is a time for freedom—late nights, pool days, and family adventures. But for many kids and teens, the long break from school can also mean drifting away from friends they saw every day during the year. As parents in Ballwin, Chesterfield, and Kirkwood know, helping children maintain those important connections is … Read more