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What Anxiety Feels Like (It’s Not Just Worry)
When most people think about anxiety, they picture worry. Racing thoughts. Overthinking. Stress. and while that can certainly be part of anxiety, it often shows up in ways that are much harder to recognize....especially if you’ve been living with it for a long time....
What Actually Happens in Couples Therapy? A Step by Step Look at Your First Session
If you’ve ever thought about couples therapy, you’ve probably also wondered: What do we even talk about? Is the therapist going to take sides? What if we just end up arguing the whole time? These are completely normal concerns. Many couples avoid making an appointment...
The Emotional Toll of Chronic Illness (and what actually helps)
Living with chronic illness is often talked about in terms of symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment plans. But what’s less visible and just as impactful is the emotional weight that comes with it. I spoke with two therapists who specialize in working with clients...
The Anxious Avoidant Relationship Cycle: Why One Partner Pursues and and the Other Withdraws
One of the most common patterns we see in couples therapy is the anxious–avoidant relationship cycle. If this dynamic exists in your relationship, it can feel confusing and exhausting. One partner may want more conversation, reassurance, or closeness, while the other...
Women in Wellness: 3 Inspiring Women and Organizations in New Orleans
This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating women in New Orleans who are helping others heal, grow, and feel supported. From women’s health education to building community for mothers and supporting recovery, these leaders are making a meaningful impact in the...
Why You Keep Having the Same Fight in Your Relationship
Many couples feel like they are having the same argument over and over again. You may notice that small disagreements quickly turn into big conflicts. Conversations that start calmly suddenly escalate. And even when you try to resolve things, the tension seems to...