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Understanding & Expressing Feelings in Relationships: Increasing Positive Communication
Karen Silinsky MSW, LCSW In both romantic relationships and close friendships, emotional connection is the foundation of lasting trust and connection. Yet, for many of us, truly understanding and expressing our feelings doesn’t come naturally. Whether it's because of...
Struggles that young adults are facing today and how to help
Madison ("Madi") Fulford MS, LCMHCA, LCASA If you're under 30 right now, you know it's a unique and often challenging journey. Whether you're from Gen Z, which is considered the generation of “digital natives,” or a part of the rising generation alpha, this stage of...
A Beginner’s Guide to Using Insurance for Counseling / Therapy
Kelsey Someliana-Lauer MA, LCMHCA Health insurance can feel confusing and overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to understand all the different words, options, and costs involved! Whether you’re new to choosing a plan or looking to switch, it’s normal to have...
How to Book Your FREE 15-Minute Consultation
Kelsey Someliana-Lauer MA, LCMHCA It Only Takes a Few Minutes There aren't many free things in life… except maybe air, unsolicited advice, and samples at Trader Joe's, but a phone consultation with us is free of cost! Taking that first step toward therapy shouldn't be...
The Hidden Imposter: What Naruto Can Teach Us About Self-Doubt
Tae'Sia Hall MS, LCMHC, LCASA What Is Imposter Syndrome? Imposter syndrome is that nagging voice that says, “You’re not good enough. You don’t belong here. Everyone will find out you’re a fraud.” Even when you’ve studied hard, earned your place, and achieved success,...
Is It A Good Time to Start Therapy?
Karen Silinsky MSW, LCSW Let’s be honest: most of us don’t wake up one day, stretch, sip our coffee, and think, “Ah yes, today feels like the perfect day to unpack my childhood.” More often, it’s more like, “Why did I just cry over a sock?” or “Why do I...
Read the Trashy Book! It’s Good for you!
Jaxeli Martinez-Gonzalez MS, LCMHCA The pretentious literature snobs have it all wrong (read: they have at least some of it wrong). We are commonly told that there is a “right way” to be a reader, usually reading books by old or dead white men. But, what if I told you...
Breaking Free: Setting Boundaries for a Healthier You
Jessica Carlyle MS, LCMHCA Have you ever felt like, as an adult, you are still walking on eggshells, or monitoring your speech and expression, or even dreading spending time with your parents or family members? This feeling is seemingly common across generations. What...
Our Commitment to Training Future Therapists
Lacey Cottingham MSW, LCSW As part of our commitment to continuing education and filling the field with kick ass therapists, Origins Counseling and Wellness, PLLC partners with a few graduate school programs to train graduate students in their practicum...
Perfumed Palms and Green Resolve: The Faces of People Pleasing
Dr. Crissa Jewel Allen, LCMHC, LCAS-A (Using the Major Motion Picture, Wicked, as Our Guide) With the new trailer out for part two of Wicked, the musical, I’ve been reflecting on both Glinda and Elphaba, not to diagnose them, but to normalize from a therapist’s...