Family relationships are the foundation of emotional well-being, yet they can also be a source of conflict and stress. Family therapy offers a structured, supportive environment where members can address challenges, improve communication, and foster deeper bonds. The Role of Family Therapy Family therapy is a specialized...
Adolescence is a time of rapid change and emotional growth. With academic pressures, social challenges, and personal struggles, teens often experience stress, anxiety, and self-doubt. Emotional resilience—the ability to adapt to adversity and navigate challenges—plays a crucial role in their mental well-being. As parents, caregivers,...
Deciding to seek therapy is a significant step toward improving mental health, personal growth and overall well-being. Understanding the most common therapy modalities can help you make an informed choice that aligns with your needs and goals. Here’s a breakdown of some widely used therapy...
The pressure to meet deadlines, maintain relationships, and balance personal and professional responsibilities can leave us feeling overwhelmed and drained. As therapists, we’ve seen how recognizing the signs of burnout early can make a significant difference in recovery. This guide will help you identify the...
One of the most common problems clients face is experiencing high levels of anxiety about decision-making and completing tasks. Life is immensely complex and encompasses a broad spectrum of events that a person has to confront and ultimately make decisions about. The level of uncertainty...
Summer days and warm nights are over, and the “ber” months have arrived. They don’t sound like “brrrr” for no reason. With the arrival of shorter days, early darkness, and colder weather, many of us often notice a shift in our mood - sometimes referred...
By Barbara K. Stump When was the last time you went on a trip with a friend, or with a group of friends? In my younger years, before children, I didn’t think twice about packing my bags and heading out for an adventure with my gal...
One of the greatest predictors of conflict within a relationships is how the couple handles external stress, AKA stress coming from outside of the relationship. This can be from a variety of things: work, extended family, friends, or issues related to physical/mental health. When one...
At Galvin Growth Group, one of the most common challenges our clients face is the difficulty of saying “no.” It’s a simple word, but its implications often feel anything but simple. Whether it’s due to fear of conflict, worry about disappointing others, or a deep-seated...
Emotions are an essential part of being human, but sometimes they can feel overwhelming, especially when triggered unexpectedly. Emotional triggers are events, situations, or interactions that provoke intense feelings, often linked to past experiences. Learning to identify and manage your emotional triggers is a crucial...
