Overcoming Social Anxiety
If you’re here because social situations make your stomach twist and your thoughts run wild with what-ifs, you’re in the right place. Social anxiety can feel confusing and exhausting. You might know you’re a kind, capable person, yet when you’re around others your mind suddenly forgets how to form sentences and your body seems to […]
Building Self-Esteem
If you’ve found your way here, it might be because you’ve been carrying a quiet, heavy weight inside. One made up of self-doubt, self-criticism, and that persistent voice that tells you you’re not enough. Sometimes it murmurs in the background during a meeting, sometimes it gets louder when you make a mistake, and sometimes it […]
Dysthymia (Persistent Depressive Disorder)
If you’ve been feeling “down” for so long that it almost feels like part of your personality, you’re not alone. Many people experience a quieter, ongoing form of depression that doesn’t always bring life to a halt, but instead makes everything feel heavier and harder to carry. This is called Dysthymia, or Persistent Depressive Disorder […]
Dealing with FOMO
If you’ve ever felt that pit-of-your-stomach worry that you’re missing out on something better, you’re not alone. That nagging feeling—FOMO, or “Fear of Missing Out”—has become surprisingly common. And while a little FOMO might just push us into fun plans, when it starts running the show, it can leave us feeling anxious, ungrounded, and exhausted. […]
Avoidance
Growing up in my household, my mother had a fridge magnet with two sleeping kittens on it that read “It can be done, it should be done, it shall be done, tomorrow”. I often quoted that to my mother whenever she asked me to do something that I didn’t want to do. Of course, […]
Supporting Your Child Through Social Conflicts
As a parent, watching your child struggle with social conflicts can be heartbreaking. Your instincts might scream at you to step in and protect them from every hurt feeling or unfair interaction. But while your desire to shield them is understandable, the most valuable gift you can offer is guidance—not rescue. Learning how to navigate […]
Supporting Your Teenager Through Depression
If your teenager is struggling with depression, it’s essential to approach their experience with a deep sense of compassion and understanding. Seeing your child suffer from depression can be heart-wrenching, and it may be challenging to know how best to support them. Remember, you’re not alone in this, many parents face this difficult journey. Let’s […]
Understanding and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever found yourself questioning your abilities, wondering if you truly deserve the success you’ve achieved? Perhaps you’ve felt like a fraud, just waiting for someone to discover that you’re not as competent as they believe. If this resonates with you, you’re not alone. This feeling is known as Imposter Syndrome, and it’s more […]
Understanding Body Image
Body image is a deeply personal and often painful experience for many people. If you’re reading this, it’s possible that you’re struggling with your own body image and the myriads of emotions that come with it, such as feelings of shame, guilt, anxiety, or inadequacy. At Love This Therapy, we understand how hard this struggle […]
Letting Go of Perfect: How to Cope with Perfectionism
Perfectionism becomes a badge of honor with you playing the part of the suffering hero ~ David D. Burns Many of us know the struggle of perfectionism all too well. While striving for excellence can bring about success and achievement, it often comes at the cost of stress, anxiety, depression, and a constant fear of […]