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By Dr. Grace Ancira, Postdoctoral Fellow From “The Good Kid” to “The Strong One” Many adults who sit in my office say, “I love therapy. It’s the one place in my life where it's okay for it to be all about me.” For an hour, they exhale and reveal the inner ache they experience before returning to their role — the effortless, unbothered, highly capable version of themselves. They describe growing up as the “good kid.” The rule-follower, peacekeeper, achiever, caregiver. They w

By Alexis Lopez, LPC-S Most people don’t burn out overnight. Burnout tends to build slowly — one extra responsibility, one more “yes,” one more late-night email — until you hit a point where even small things feel heavy. If you’ve been feeling chronically overwhelmed, fatigued, or emotionally drained, there’s a good chance burnout and boundaries are connected. In this post, I’ll walk through common burnout symptoms and practical boundary-setting examples (especially for wor

Immigration cases are legal matters, but they are also deeply personal. Many individuals involved in these cases have experienced trauma, prolonged stress, family separation, or fear about their future. A psychological evaluation can help ensure that these experiences are clearly and accurately understood by immigration authorities. As a psychologist who specializes in immigration-related psychological evaluations, I work with both attorneys and clients to provide careful, ob

By Dr. Mistie Seawell Licensed Psychologist Pawsitive Pathways In the realm of mental health support, innovative approaches are constantly emerging. One particularly heartwarming and effective method is Animal-Assisted Counseling (AAC), and when the partner is a dog, the therapeutic possibilities are truly remarkable. More Than Just a Wagging Tail: The Unique Role of Therapy Dogs While any animal can offer comfort, dogs possess a unique set of traits that make them except