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...
6 Reasons People Struggle to Ask for HelpAsking for Help is Not a Sign of Weakness6 Reason People Struggle to Ask for Help Asking for help is often seen as a sign of weakness or vulnerability. Many people struggle with asking for help, even when they are in desperate...
Finding Peace in Parenting: How to Truly Accept Your Child By Debra Feinberg, LCSW, Robert Jenkins, LCSW (Reviewed by Senior Level Therapists) Have you ever looked at your child and wondered why their dreams, choices, or personality seem so different from what...
Why Do People Give Mixed Signals? 8 Reasons and How to Respond By Debra Feinberg, LCSW, Robert Jenkins, LCSW (Reviewed by Senior Level Therapists) Have you ever felt like you're on a relational rollercoaster? One moment, they're warm, engaged, and talking about the...
10 Reasons to Reduce Negative Thinking Discover How Reducing Negative Thinking Can Transform Your Life Negative thinking can be a relentless companion, constantly whispering doubts and fears into your mind. While it's normal to have negative thoughts...
7 Signs You Are Losing Yourself In the hustle and bustle of life, it's easy to lose sight of who you truly are. Whether it’s through the demands of a relationship, the pressures of work, or the expectations we place on ourselves, losing oneself can be a gradual...
Recognizing Emotional Manipulation and How to Reclaim Your Power By Debra Feinberg, LCSW, Robert Jenkins, LCSW (Reviewed by Senior Level Therapists)Healthy relationships are rooted in trust, respect, and open communication. Yet sometimes, relationship dynamics shift...
The Impact of Defense Mechanisms on Your Life What are Defense Mechanisms? Defense mechanisms are unconscious psychological strategies that individuals use to protect themselves from anxiety, stress, or uncomfortable emotions. Originally conceptualized by...