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Mental Health Tips for Back-to-School Transitions

Mental Health, Seasonal Transition, Self-Care

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 getting your kids ready for a new school year or a college student returning...

Summer Stress Is Real: Tips for Slowing Down and Staying Present

Seasonal Transition, Self-Care, Stress

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 whispers, “Shouldn’t you be enjoying this more?” This is the paradox of...

Let Them: A Mindset Shift for Boundaries and Emotional Freedom

Mindset, Self-Awareness, Self-Care

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. That’s why the phrase “Let them” has been echoing in my mind lately....

The Emotional Side of Budgeting: How to Create a Plan That Feels Good

Blog, Communication, Finances, Financial Anxiety, Self-Care

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 often see clients struggle with the emotional weight of managing...

Winter Blues Got You Down?

Blog, Depression, Mental Health, Seasonal Transition, Self-Care, Tips

Do you tend to feel down during the winter months? You’re not alone. Many people experience what’s often referred to as the “winter blues.” This feeling, however, might be more than just a seasonal slump. For some, it’s a form of depression called Seasonal...

Stay Calm Through the Holidays: How Virtual Counseling Can Help

Holidays, Mental Health, Self-Care, Stress, Tips

The holiday season is full of excitement—gatherings with family and friends, festive decorations, and maybe even some travel to reunite with loved ones. However, this time of year can also be stressful. With packed schedules, travel logistics, and the pressure to make...
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If something feels tender, even in a season of growth…

Not all grief comes from loss you can name easily.

Sometimes it’s the quiet realization that a version of you no longer exists in the same way.

This blog explores how to hold both gratitude and grief without pushing either away.

👉 Link in bio to read.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #IdentityShift #EmotionalHealth

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If something feels tender, even in a season of growth…

Not all grief comes from loss you can name easily.

Sometimes it’s the quiet realization that a version of you no longer exists in the same way.

This blog explores how to hold both gratitude and grief without pushing either away.

👉 Link in bio to read.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #IdentityShift #EmotionalHealth

Today we’re celebrating Jack Smith-Moore and his 2-year anniversary at LPTG 💛

As our Clinical Director, Jack brings a steady, thoughtful presence to both his leadership and clinical work. His belief in honoring each person’s lived experience, building genuine trust, and helping people uncover their own strengths has made a meaningful impact on our clients and the therapists he supports.

We’re so grateful for the guidance, perspective, and dedication Jack has brought to LPTG over the past two years. Happy anniversary, Jack — we’re excited for all that’s still ahead 💛

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Ravenswood, Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #MentalHealth

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Today we’re celebrating Jack Smith-Moore and his 2-year anniversary at LPTG 💛

As our Clinical Director, Jack brings a steady, thoughtful presence to both his leadership and clinical work. His belief in honoring each person’s lived experience, building genuine trust, and helping people uncover their own strengths has made a meaningful impact on our clients and the therapists he supports.

We’re so grateful for the guidance, perspective, and dedication Jack has brought to LPTG over the past two years. Happy anniversary, Jack — we’re excited for all that’s still ahead 💛

Therapy in Chicago. 
Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Ravenswood, Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #MentalHealth

You can love your life… and still miss who you used to be.

Growth doesn’t always feel expansive.

Sometimes it comes with a quiet kind of grief for the versions of yourself that no longer fit.

👉 Link in bio to read.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #LifeTransitions #EmotionalGrowth

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You can love your life… and still miss who you used to be.

Growth doesn’t always feel expansive.

Sometimes it comes with a quiet kind of grief for the versions of yourself that no longer fit.

👉 Link in bio to read.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #LifeTransitions #EmotionalGrowth

When parenting feels uneven, it can start to affect everything.

Meet Maeve, who supports parenting dynamics, relationship stress, and emotional balance.

Maeve works with individuals and couples navigating imbalance and frustration, helping make invisible labor visible and rebuild a sense of shared responsibility.

Learn more about Maeve or request an appointment via the link in our bio.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #RelationshipSupport #Parenting

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When parenting feels uneven, it can start to affect everything.

Meet Maeve, who supports parenting dynamics, relationship stress, and emotional balance.

Maeve works with individuals and couples navigating imbalance and frustration, helping make invisible labor visible and rebuild a sense of shared responsibility.

Learn more about Maeve or request an appointment via the link in our bio.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #RelationshipSupport #Parenting

The mental load isn’t always visible.

It’s the remembering, planning, anticipating, and holding everything together.

And over time, that adds up.

👉 Link in bio to read.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #ParentingStress #EmotionalLabor

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The mental load isn’t always visible.

It’s the remembering, planning, anticipating, and holding everything together.

And over time, that adds up.

👉 Link in bio to read.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #ParentingStress #EmotionalLabor

Carrying everything quietly doesn’t mean it’s sustainable.

Meet Olivia, who works with parenting dynamics and emotional load.

Olivia supports families, including parents who feel responsible for holding everything together, to help them name the mental load and begin shifting patterns that lead to burnout and resentment.

Learn more about Olivia or request an appointment via the link in our bio.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #ParentingSupport #MentalLoad

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Carrying everything quietly doesn’t mean it’s sustainable.

Meet Olivia, who works with parenting dynamics and emotional load.

Olivia supports families, including parents who feel responsible for holding everything together, to help them name the mental load and begin shifting patterns that lead to burnout and resentment.

Learn more about Olivia or request an appointment via the link in our bio.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #LincolnParkChicago #ParentingSupport #MentalLoad

“What can I fully own?”

It’s a small question, but it can change the way responsibility feels at home.

Shared parenting isn’t only about dividing tasks. It can also mean taking something from start to finish — noticing it, remembering it, planning for it, and following through.

That kind of ownership can make partnership feel more shared.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ParentingSupport #MentalLoad

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“What can I fully own?”

It’s a small question, but it can change the way responsibility feels at home.

Shared parenting isn’t only about dividing tasks. It can also mean taking something from start to finish — noticing it, remembering it, planning for it, and following through.

That kind of ownership can make partnership feel more shared.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ParentingSupport #MentalLoad

If you’re reading this running on three hours of sleep, you’re not alone.

Some nights the exhaustion doesn’t turn off the thoughts, it just makes them louder. You’re tired enough to sleep and awake enough to spiral anyway.

Therapy can help quiet the noise, not by ignoring it, but by understanding what it’s trying to tell you.

👉 Link in bio to book.

Therapy in Chicago.
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #AnxietySupport #TherapyInChicago #MentalHealthMatters

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If you’re reading this running on three hours of sleep, you’re not alone.

Some nights the exhaustion doesn’t turn off the thoughts, it just makes them louder. You’re tired enough to sleep and awake enough to spiral anyway.

Therapy can help quiet the noise, not by ignoring it, but by understanding what it’s trying to tell you.

👉 Link in bio to book.

Therapy in Chicago. 
Lincoln Park • Lakeview • Ravenswood • Wicker Park 
#ChicagoTherapy #ChicagoTherapist #AnxietySupport #TherapyInChicago #MentalHealthMatters

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