Beyond the Session

People-pleasers tend to be some of the most compassionate and empathetic people I work with, so when the pattern of people-pleasing behaviors is identified and challenged, it is common for people to wonder, "Why would I change this?”

Nearly 30 million Americans will experience an eating disorder. Learn the warning signs of anorexia and bulimia and how to help someone get support.

Feeling dysregulated right now is normal. We are currently living through collective trauma and we are not reading about something once in the newspaper or hearing about it over the morning news, we are seeing it replayed many times every time we open up our phones.

If you are like many women, then the holiday season may carry a particular kind of emotional weight that is often swept under the rug. It’s not simply about coordinating events, wrapping gifts, or handling logistics of holiday meals, even though those pieces are demanding enough on their own.

You may have undiagnosed ADHD. There are research-backed reasons why many women are being missed.

For many men, depression doesn’t look like the “classic” symptoms we’re taught to expect. Instead, it can show up in hidden, unexpected ways that don’t get recognized as depression at all.

You were praised for being mature. In developmental psychology, we often talk about how children adapt to their environments to feel safe and secure. For many, being labeled 'mature for your age' wasn't about being wise beyond your years - it was about becoming what the adults around you needed you to be.

You've done everything they said you should do. Work hard. Get the degree. Be dependable. Achieve. Climb the ladder. Help others. Push through. And yet… you're exhausted.

If people around you think you’re calm, capable, and “always on top of things” - but your mind feels like it’s running a marathon - you might be dealing with high-functioning anxiety.

The world feels extra heavy and the political landscape is more than overwhelming right now. The constant news updates, the uncertainty about the future, the heated conversations—it's exhausting. If you're feeling emotionally drained, anxious, or even hopeless, you're not alone.

Feeling overwhelmed? Learn ten ways to say "no" when you're stretched thin and don't have the capacity. Click to discover therapist strategies to protect your well-being and reclaim your time!

Tired of saying "yes" to everyone, feeling resentment and frustration toward people you love? Discover why people-pleasing is hurting your relationships. Say goodbye to people-pleasing and hello to deeper, healthier connections.