Breaking Up with a Friend? 7 Red Flags You Can't Ignore Friendships are a vital part of our lives, giving us support, laughter, and a sense of belonging. But not all friendships are built to last forever. Sometimes, holding onto a friendship can do more harm...
7 Signs of Feeling Stuck and How to Overcome Them Feeling stuck is a common experience that most people encounter at some point in their lives. It can be frustrating, demotivating, and overwhelming. Whether it's being stuck in a dead-end job, a stagnant...
The 4 Fundamentals of a Lasting Relationship Building Bonds That Last Navigating the complexities of a relationship isn't always easy, but understanding the fundamental principles can make the journey smoother and more rewarding. Whether you're just starting or...
LGBTQ+ Relationship Challenges and Solutions At Maplewood Counseling, we provide inclusive care for people of all races, cultures, and backgrounds, including interfaith, interracial, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and blended families. Our therapists bring lived experiences...
College Student Therapy: Navigating Mental Health with Counseling For many young adults, college is painted as the "best four years of your life." It’s a time of newfound independence, intellectual discovery, and social expansion. But what happens when the...
Navigating Your New Chapter: A Guide to Blended Family Therapy Finding Harmony in Your New Family Structure Creating a blended family is an act of hope and love. It’s the process of bringing two families together to build a new life. While this journey is...
Do You Know What's in Your Shadow Side? There's a side of you that you may not be aware of - your shadow self or shadow side. This is the part of yourself that you hide from others, and sometimes even from yourself. It's made up of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors...
Break Free from Family Dysfunction with These 3 Essential Rules Every family has its ups and downs. But what happens when the downs start to outweigh the ups? Family dysfunction is a reality for many households, causing stress, miscommunication, and emotional...
How to Grow Personally and Step Outside Your Comfort Zone By Debra Feinberg, LCSW, Robert Jenkins, LCSW (Reviewed by Senior Level Therapists) Do you ever find yourself craving more from life but feeling stuck in the same familiar routine? Perhaps you dream of...
Emotional Dysregulation: Understanding the Causes and Finding Balance Reviewed by Debra Feinberg LCSW At Maplewood Counseling, we provide inclusive care for people of all races, cultures, and backgrounds, including interfaith, interracial, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and...