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Navigating Holiday Travel: How to Keep Your Sanity & Your Savings
The holiday season is synonymous with joy, family gatherings, and, for many, the challenges of holiday travel. Reuniting with loved ones is heartwarming, but the planning and logistics of travel can...
Understanding Deflection: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Deal With It in Relationships
Have you ever tried to bring up something important in a conversation—only to end up defending yourself instead? Maybe you were trying to express a need or a concern, but the person you were talking...
Mental Health Tips for Back-to-School Transitions
Back-to-School Mental Health Tips for Parents & Students Back-to-school season can stir up a surprising mix of emotions—excitement, anxiety, relief, and overwhelm. Whether you’re a parent...
Summer Stress Is Real: Tips for Slowing Down and Staying Present
Summer is supposed to be easy, breezy, and relaxing. But for many of us, it brings a surprising amount of pressure. Social invitations stack up, routines get disrupted, and that internal voice...
Let Them: A Mindset Shift for Boundaries and Emotional Freedom
Something I’ve been noticing—both in my own parenting and in therapy sessions—is how often we try to manage what others think, feel, or do. Even when we know it’s not our job, it’s hard to let go....
Finding Purpose Through Giving Back: How Volunteering Can Help Us Heal
Grief can feel like a heavy, isolating burden—but sometimes, the path to healing is found in acts of kindness. In a recent WGN News feature, Lincoln Park Therapy Group's founder, Nicolle Osequeda,...
How to Plan Trips With Your Partner and Leave the Messy Fighting Behind
Traveling with your partner can be an exciting and enriching experience—but it can also come with its fair share of challenges. While vacations are meant to be fun and relaxing, the reality is that...
The Emotional Side of Budgeting: How to Create a Plan That Feels Good
Budgeting often gets a bad rap. For many, the word conjures up images of spreadsheets, deprivation, and stress. But what if budgeting could feel empowering instead of overwhelming? As a therapist, I...
Financial Anxiety Therapy: 5 Proven Ways to Finally Feel in Control
If financial anxiety therapy isn't something you've considered before, you might be surprised by how much it can help. Most people associate therapy with relationships, self-esteem, or anxiety. But...