Play therapy is more than just ‘playing.’ It’s a structured, therapeutic approach that helps children express emotions, process experiences, and develop important life skills. In this blog, you’ll learn from a play therapist how Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) works and why it’s different from regular play at home.

Crying isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a natural way your body and mind heal. Science shows crying can trigger calming brain chemicals like oxytocin and endorphins. Suppressing tears, on the other hand, can increase tension and strain. Embrace your tears and discover how emotional release supports both your mental and physical well-being.

Becoming a parent is one of life’s biggest transitions, and it’s best approached with intention. In this post, we discuss eight meaningful conversations to help you and your partner prepare for parenthood with clarity, connection, and confidence.

Fall in Colorado is a season of golden aspens, crisp air, and a natural reminder to slow down. It’s also a perfect time to reflect on where we are and where we want to be. In this post, we share 5 simple reflection prompts designed for individuals, couples, and families to explore balance, strengthen connection, and create meaningful moments before winter sets in.

Avoiding your emotions may bring short-term relief, but it keeps you stuck in cycles of disconnection and prevents deeper healing. This post explores why we avoid emotions, what it means to actually feel your feelings, and how sitting with discomfort can lead to real emotional healing. Whether you tend to shut down, numb out, or distract yourself, you’ll learn tools to begin shifting your relationship with your emotions.

Perfectionism doesn’t have to be the enemy. Discover how to move from self-criticism to self-compassion by embracing the parts of perfectionism that help you grow. Learn the difference between control and true inner power, how to reconnect with your self-worth, and why healing isn’t about fixing yourself—but remembering that you’re already whole. For anyone feeling stuck in “never enough,” this perspective can offer a new way forward.

Growth isn’t always neat, but it’s always worth it. The path to transformation can feel uncertain, but with patience and support, new possibilities emerge. In therapy, we navigate the messy middle together—where discomfort leads to deeper understanding and lasting change.