Suicide is now the second leading cause of death among adolescents. According to the CDC and National Institue of Mental Health, suicide was the second leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 10-14 and 25-34 , the third leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 15-24, and the fourth […]
The Rise in Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders in a Culture Obsessed with Thinness
April 27, 2023 by
When I was a graduate student and training to become a psychologist, I learned about the eating disorders anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. But, since this was not an area I was specializing in, my education on this topic stopped there. As my professional development continued, it wasn’t until post pandemic that I began to […]
The Collective Grief our Community has Experienced. How do we heal?
January 30, 2022 by
It will be two years, in two months. Two years since the pandemic started, followed by a mass shooting at a beloved after school hangout and grocery store, and then a New Year’s horrifically, devastating fire that has affected everyone we know, political turmoil, and literally everyone getting COVID now… I don’t want to think […]
One year into the pandemic: The impact on child and adolescent mental health, as seen through the lens of a child psychologist
April 15, 2021 by
Isn’t it bizarre to realize it’s been one year since the world changed? One year since this scary, deadly virus came at us and we were told to stay at home. One year since we went through the unthinkable. Stay at home orders, schools closed, concerts, pro sports, all sports, graduations, proms, homecomings, birthday parties […]
Surviving 2020
November 1, 2020 by
Worst year ever, obviously… how do we even begin to grapple and cope with all of the profound ways our lives have changed? Treating clients with anxiety, I was always aware of life’s uncertainty and how when faced with uncertainty we can get overwhelmed, worried, scared, and feel helpless and in reaction to these feelings […]
What’s the difference between worry and anxiety?
July 18, 2019 by
I was recently asked to submit some information to a magazine explaining the differences between worry and anxiety and when to seek help, so of coure I figured this topic would be a great for a blog article. I’ve heard people say “everyone has anxiety” and actually that is not the case, I think they […]
Athletes, Concussions, and What Do You Do Afterwards? Psychological Implications
March 31, 2019 by
I am fortunate to have worked with many fascintating athletes through my collaboration with CU (University of Colorado) Sports Medicine and Performance Center and by living and practicing in Boulder, which is such a healthy and active community. As I’ve met and gotten to know the inner worlds of these althetes, including teens and adults, […]
Self Love: It’s More than Chocolate and Bubble Baths
May 14, 2018 by
We hear a lot today in the media and in social conversations about self care and it’s got a lot of buzz. But what does it really mean to practice self care and self love? It’s important to recognize that caring for our own basic needs is essential to not only survive, but thrive. Self […]
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