General Therapy

How to Deal with Failure to Launch into Adulthood

How to Deal with Failure to Launch into Adulthood

Failure to launch into adulthood is when you are either still living with your parents or have returned to living with your parents when you are in your 20s or 30s. You’re an adult and, in theory, should be able to support yourself, especially if you have a college education.…

Grieving the Loss of a Parent in Your 20s, 30s, or 40s

Grieving the Loss of a Parent in Your 20s, 30s, or 40s

When you are a young adult, in your 20s, 30s, or 40s, it can feel strange to lose a parent, whether it’s expected, because of long-term illness, or unexpected and sudden. Even if your parent was sick for a while, it doesn’t prepare you for death and grief. Perhaps your…

How People-Pleasing Might Be Hurting You

How People-Pleasing Might Be Hurting You

Are you the peacekeeper in your family or among friends? Do you think it’s better to keep quiet than to stir the pot? Would you rather avoid confrontation? People-pleasing is often misconstrued for kindness, but being a people-pleaser could be hurting you more than helping you.   What is a…

How to Set Healthy Boundaries

How to Set Healthy Boundaries

You’ve probably heard that it’s important to set healthy boundaries in order to prioritize your needs, maintain healthy relationships, achieve your goals, and improve your mental health. But how do you go about setting and maintaining healthy boundaries?   Types of Boundaries There are two types of boundaries we can…

How to Let Go of a Toxic Relationship

How to Let Go of a Toxic Relationship

There’s no such thing as a perfect relationship. Every relationship, whether it’s with your romantic partner, a friend, or family member, will have its ups and downs. But what makes something toxic versus having healthy disagreements is that in healthy relationships both parties are willing to negotiate, listen, and attempt…