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Starting a New Chapter Can Feel Scary — And That’s Normal image

Starting a New Chapter Can Feel Scary — And That’s Normal

Starting a new chapter in life often comes with a mix of emotions. There may be excitement, hope, and relief — but...
Kristena Disalvo
February 1, 2026
Anxiety Before Work, Plans, or Socializing: You’re Not Broken — You’re Human image

Anxiety Before Work, Plans, or Socializing: You’re Not Broken — You’re Human

Have you ever noticed anxiety creeping in before the day even begins? Before work. Before plans with friends....
Kristena Disalvo
January 27, 2026
The New Year: A Time to Reflect, Release, and Set Intentions image

The New Year: A Time to Reflect, Release, and Set Intentions

The New Year often arrives with a mix of emotions. For some, it brings hope and excitement. For others, it may stir...
Kristena Disalvo
January 2, 2026
Anticipatory Grief: Mourning Before the Loss image

Anticipatory Grief: Mourning Before the Loss

Grief is often thought of as something that happens after a loss. But for many people, grief begins much earlier —...
Kristena Disalvo
December 16, 2025
Understanding Hyperarousal & Hypoarousal: How to Notice It and Support Yourself Through Both image

Understanding Hyperarousal & Hypoarousal: How to Notice It and Support Yourself Through Both

Our nervous system is constantly scanning for safety, connection, and danger. When it feels overwhelmed —...
Kristena Disalvo
December 3, 2025
The Importance of Quality Time With Your Partner During the Busy Holiday Season image

The Importance of Quality Time With Your Partner During the Busy Holiday Season

The holiday season can feel like a whirlwind—family gatherings, social events, travel plans, financial pressures,...
Kristena Disalvo
December 2, 2025
How Attachment Wounds Show Up in Your Relationship With Yourself image

How Attachment Wounds Show Up in Your Relationship With Yourself

The relationship you have with yourself often mirrors the relationships you’ve had with others. Attachment wounds...
Kristena Disalvo
November 24, 2025
Grief During the Holidays: Why It Feels So Hard, and How Therapy Can Help image

Grief During the Holidays: Why It Feels So Hard, and How Therapy Can Help

The holidays have this reputation for being sparkly and joyful… but if you’re grieving, it can feel like you’re...
Kristena Disalvo
November 23, 2025
Understanding the Window of Tolerance: Why It Matters for Your Emotional Well-Being image

Understanding the Window of Tolerance: Why It Matters for Your Emotional Well-Being

Have you ever wondered why some days you can handle stress with ease…and other days the smallest thing sends you...
Kristena Disalvo
November 22, 2025
Is Psychotherapy Right for You? A Gentle Guide to Making That Decision image

Is Psychotherapy Right for You? A Gentle Guide to Making That Decision

Sometimes, deciding whether to start therapy can feel like standing at a crossroads — you know something’s off, but...
Kristena Disalvo
November 20, 2025
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