Written By: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 I have seen this become a huge topic of discussion on social media. I see the word gaslighting being thrown around and mixed with lies and manipulation. But what does gaslighting truly entail? How can you tell between deceit or manipulation and true gaslighting? Let's…
Written by: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 Your child suddenly throws you a curveball when they express the desire to seek therapy. It's a challenging situation that many families face. You may initially think you've failed. You may discuss with your spouse, and they don't believe it's needed. We're goign to talk…
Written by: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192Betrayal is one of the most painful emotions and experiences. The shock, hurt, and anger you experience when it comes in the form of a partner's affair is indescribable. If you’ve found yourself I this position, you're not alone. It's important to explore how you…
Do I Really Need Boundaries?Written By: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 As a therapist, I often reflect on the intricacies of relationships with my clients. Those intricacies may differ from family, friends, and romantic relationships. And many clients will ask me the question on the title of his blog. Do I really…
The Unrealistic Expectations of Being a Crunchy Mom You’ve probably seen her. She’s pureed kale into baby food, bakes sourdough from scratch, wears her baby in an organic cotton sling, and hasn’t seen a drive-thru in years. She is the Crunchy Mom. She’s radiant. She’s committed. And she’s… completely intimidating.…
Help! I Have a Difficult Child and I Don’t Know What to Do By: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 Parenting is a challenging and rewarding journey. However, it can become even more demanding when you find yourself raising a “difficult” child. Your child may be defiant, temperamental, emotionally reactive, or simply refuses to…
Written by: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 As the New Year unfolds, many of us scribble down resolutions with enthusiasm. I'm guilty of this too! I promist myself to hit the gym regularly and eat healthier. Maybe you promise yourself to leave your job if you don't receive a raise. You want…
By Leslie Adams, AMFT #120800 'Tis the season to be jolly! Full of fun for sure, but beware of the emotional holiday hangover. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I'm here to address this emotional experience. Here, I will shine a light on this phenomenon and dissecting the signs, symptoms. Then…
Happy Holidays and Family Separation? 8 Tips for Creating Joy While Your Loved One Serves By Leslie Adams, AMFT #120800 Here we are in December, it’s gotten cold and it's time for bed at 5pm. Oh yeah, and the holidays are upon us. Bring on the twinkling lights and the sound of…
Coping with Grief During the HolidaysWritten by: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 The holiday season comes with joy, laughter, and the warmth of family gatherings for many of us. However, some of us may be struggling over the holidays. For those navigating grief, the holidays can be a particularly challenging time. I…
