by Marissa Tunis | Oct 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll finally feel good enough when I just do this one more thing perfectly,” you’re not alone. Perfectionism is something many of us struggle with and while it can sometimes look like ambition or high standards, it often comes with anxiety,...
by Marissa Tunis | Oct 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Perimenopause is often talked about in terms of symptoms: hot flashes, night sweats, irregular periods, but not enough people talk about the emotional weight of this transition. Women’s mental health during this time is crucial, and seeking therapy for grief or...
by Marissa Tunis | Sep 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
College is often described as “the best years of your life,” but for many students, it can also be one of the most emotionally challenging times. Between academic pressure, social comparison, financial stress, and the pressure to figure out your future, it’s no...
by Marissa Tunis | Sep 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
We’ve all heard the clichés: the shiny new car, the sudden career change, the man in his 40s or 50s dating someone half his age. But behind the jokes and stereotypes, the mid-life crisis is very real, and for many men, it can be a confusing and painful time. A...
by Marissa Tunis | Aug 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you’ve ever felt stuck in a long-term relationship, wondering where the spark went or how to reconnect without losing yourself, Passionate Marriage by Dr. David Schnarch might be the book you didn’t know you needed. This is not your typical relationship self-help...
by Marissa Tunis | Aug 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
Friendship breakups don’t always come with the same rituals or support as romantic ones, but they can hurt just as much, sometimes even more. Whether it ended with a blow-up, a slow fade, or no clear reason at all, losing a close friend can leave you feeling confused,...
by Marissa Tunis | Jul 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Some people just seem lucky, right? They meet the right person, land the perfect job, stumble into new opportunities. But here’s the secret: a lot of that “luck” is actually created intentionally. The way you think, speak, and move through the world can make you more...
by Marissa Tunis | Jul 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
When people hear the word “trauma,” they often picture war zones, car crashes, or serious assaults. These are what therapists call Big-T Traumas: major, life-threatening events that can shatter a person’s sense of safety in a single moment. But trauma isn’t always...
by Marissa Tunis | Jun 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
Panic attacks are terrifying. Your heart races, your chest feels tight, and you may feel like you’re losing control, or worse, like you might die. But the truth is: panic attacks are not dangerous. They’re your brain reacting to perceived danger, even if there isn’t...
by Marissa Tunis | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
“Maybe I’m just overreacting.” “I can’t tell what’s real anymore.” “Was it really that bad?” If you’ve ever had these thoughts in a relationship, especially one that leaves you feeling drained, confused, or unsure of yourself, you may have experienced gaslighting or...
