For some, the holiday season is filled with fun festivities like gift exchanges, work parties, cookie-making, or fancy cocktail extravaganzas. The narrative shouted across our communities is– “Drink and be merry,” “Tis the season to be jolly,” or “The most wonderful time of year.” For those who know grief deeply, this broadcasted seasonal message feels like a stark contrast to our loss and is a frequent reminder of the empty seat(s) at the table. No matter how much time has

North Berkeley Counseling offers parent coaching and family therapy in Berkeley, CA If you have children, you probably know that being a parent is one of the most rewarding, yet difficult jobs in the world. No matter how many best-selling parenting books you buy or podcasts you download, raising teens presents a whole new set of challenges. Navigating conflict with your teenager is a collective rite of passage for all parents. One of the reasons why parent-teen conflict can b

Being in eating disorder recovery can add an extra layer of anxiety to all the busyness of the holidays. After all, what other time of...

North Berkeley Counseling offers therapy for teens in Berkeley and online therapy in California If you have not already noticed, being a teen in 2022 is a lot to navigate. Whether it's the high school scene, exploring different friend groups, or participating in after-school activities, you are tasked with a lot of experiences in which you are simultaneously figuring out how you want to show up in the world. Discovering who you are is an exciting process, bringing a sense of

There is a major misconception or generalization in the media that conflict in romantic relationships equates to “proof” that two people are incompatible and should therefore end things because they sometimes disagree. Attachment Theory, developed by psychologist John Bowlby, shows us that all couples, even those with secure attachment styles, fight and argue in close relationships. We are all imperfect individuals, and therefore our relationships are not free from imperfecti

Our therapists in Berkeley can help you achieve healthier communication You may have read the quote “Boundaries are the distance at which I can love you and me simultaneously.” Or maybe you have heard on a podcast that honoring your boundaries is an important part of protecting your mental health. But what does setting boundaries actually look like in practice? And how do you go about setting healthy boundaries? What are Boundaries: Boundaries are limits that separate one pe

What comes to mind when you think of Thanksgiving? Maybe it’s watching the annual Macy’s Day Parade or baking your grandma’s favorite pecan pie. While the holidays are filled with joyful times of family gatherings and reuniting with old friends, this “merry” season can also bring a lot of stress and overwhelm. Whether you feel your boundaries are crossed, or diet talk gets heated at the dinner table, there are several times over the holidays when you may want to escape. Than

Depression is much more than simply feeling sad; depression is a whole-body experience that impacts our ability to function in the world. Not only does depression impact individuals of all ages, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds it impacts over 300 million people worldwide. Unfortunately, even with these alarming statistics, there is still a pervasive stigma that exists in our country around depression. Our therapists provide CBT therapy in Berkeley While depression is

Physical health and emotional health are not two separate systems but are intimately intertwined -- known as the mind-body connection . Maybe you have heard this term in passing during a yoga class or on social media. The mind-body connection, a science-backed concept, has a powerful impact on our well-being at every level. Mental health has the power to impact our physical health and vice versa. But what does this really mean for us? Is it possible we can improve our physi

How do we support our teens in their own plans for the future, if this means totally abandoning our hopes for them? Parent and teen...