Are You Too Stressed for Sex?
Many people think that stress is easy to ignore or get over. Unfortunately, this is not the case. When we are stressed, our bodies actually go through a series of changes that trigger our fight-or-flight response. This can include increased heart and breathing rate,...
What To Do When You’re Not Getting What You Want From Therapy
Therapy can be an extremely valuable tool for helping people navigate through life challenges, define identities, and feel satisfied and fulfilled in life. But, if you do not connect with your therapist, achieving any of these things will be extremely difficult. ...
Therapy for Individuals with Ann Marie
Ann Marie McKnight, therapist at Love Heal Grow, works with individuals who may be going through life transitions and feel lost. She talks about what therapy may look like with her and how it can help you.Hi, I'm Ann Marie McKnight, therapist for individuals and...
Breaking the Cycle of Generational Trauma
Generational trauma is often noted as one of the most challenging types of trauma to overcome. This is not necessarily because it is “worse” than any other type of trauma, but simply because it is typically hard to recognize and heal from. The concept of generational...
The Heart of Inner Critics
“Ouch!” I’m driving home from a party and there is nobody else in the car and yet I feel like I am getting yelled at. My skin tingles uncomfortably and I feel my stomach clench. “Why did you say that? Everybody was having a good time until you ruined it. Why can’t...
Working with Women in Mid-Age, Linda Rolufs
Linda Rolufs is one of our amazing therapists at Love Heal Grow! Linda likes to support women who are in their 40s-60s as they get a sense of who they are. Hi, I'm Linda Rolufs, therapist for individuals and couples at Love Heal Grow Counseling. I help people who are...
Coping with Wedding Planning Stress When Engaged
Even looking over the mountain of to-dos that come with planning a wedding can make anyone stressed out. But, if you are trying to plan your own wedding — while still doing your job, spending time with loved ones, paying bills, and living your life, well, that’s a...
5 Common Misconceptions About PTSD
PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is a type of mental health condition that is triggered by a traumatizing event. The individual with PTSD could have been a part of the event or could have witnessed it. Not everyone who goes through a traumatic event will get...
“Couples Therapy with Rachel” , Rachel Cloud
Rachel Cloud, therapist at Love Heal Grow, works with couples who are going through life transitions. She talks about some common reasons couples seek out therapy and how she can support you and your partner.Hi, I'm Rachel Cloud, therapist for individuals and couples...
How to Break Up with Someone With Care
Breaking up with your partner — no matter how long you have been dating — is extremely difficult. But, sometimes, it is the right thing to do. Unfortunately, there is no recipe for a perfect and painless breakup. Every relationship is unique, and so is every breakup....
“I have no motivation!”: The Effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder
The first thing to recognize when it comes to seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is that, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, there are two types of seasonal affective disorder: winter-patterned SAD and summer-patterned SAD. Winter-patterned SAD sees...
Introduction with Katie Brumfield, Katie Brumfield
Katie Brumfield is one of our wonderful therapists at Love Heal Grow! She helps individuals who have felt marginalized and unseen in traditional therapeutic spaces feel safe and heard.Hi, I'm Katie Brumfield, therapist for individuals and couples at Love Heal Grow...
Post-Divorce Dating Tips and Tricks
Going through a divorce can be incredibly stressful. The process can make you feel like dating again wouldn’t even be worth it, but if you have taken the time to process and recover from the experience, you may want to get back into dating. But, before you jump back...
Understanding Perfectionism and Recovering From It
Being a perfectionist is very stressful, as we set lofty expectations for ourselves that are rarely possible to meet. We feel amazing and validated when people comment on our achievements and successes but feel awful when we fall short of what we deem “acceptable.”...
“Favorite Part About Being a Therapist”, Lindsay Glass
Lindsay Glass is one of our wonderful therapists at Love Heal Grow! Find out what her favorite part about being a therapist is. Hi, I'm Lindsay Glass, therapist for individuals and couples at Love Heal Grow Counseling. I help individuals and couples dive deep into...
What to Expect in Grief Therapy
Whether you have just lost a loved one, witnessed the end of a long-standing relationship, lost a dream opportunity, or anything else that has left you grieving, you may be wondering if grief therapy would be a good step for you. While everyone is different and...
5 Self-Care Tips After a Particularly Hard Therapy Session
The key to coping with any difficult therapy session is self-care. We know that therapy can be really hard. In many sessions, you may be delving into your more complicated feelings, processing trauma, or otherwise addressing many of the parts of your life that cause...
Ashley Barnes, Individual Therapy with Ashley Barnes
Ashley Barnes, therapist at Love Heal Grow, works with relationships as well as individuals. She talks about common reasons individuals may be seeking out therapy and how she can help you!Hi, I'm Ashley Barnes, therapist for individuals and couples at Love Heal Grow...
Why Does PTSD Get Overlooked?
In the United States, approximately 6% of adults have PTSD. This is not an incredibly large percentage, but it is definitely not insignificant. For those of you who may be unfamiliar with the condition, PTSD stands for post-traumatic stress disorder. This mental...
Coping with Jealousy In Relationships
While jealousy is a natural human emotion and, in mild instances, can be healthy, constantly feeling jealous in a relationship is definitely not the goal. If jealousy comes up in your relationship, though, it does not mean that the relationship is over. As long as...
Tips for Taking Care of Your Emotions, Natalie Delfin
Natalie Delfin, therapist at Love Heal Grow, loves to work with individuals who struggle with emotion identification. They give you some tips on how you can take care of your emotions!Hi, I'm Natalie Delfin, therapist for individuals and couples at Love Heal Grow...
