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Understanding the OC Personality: Professional Burnout and Perfectionism
Many successful professionals look calm and capable on the outside. On the inside, they may feel exhausted, anxious, lonely and/or never “good enough.” Long hours, high standards, and constant pressure to perform can slowly lead to burnout, especially when...
Understanding BPD in Teens: Why Early Treatment Matters
What Is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)? American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) defines BPD as a serious mental health condition that affects a person’s patterns of thinking, feeling, self-image, and relationships. While BPD often draws...
Benefits of Support Groups While in IOP or Standard Therapy: Houston Mental Health Resources
If you're currently enrolled in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for mental health treatment or having weekly sessions, you might wonder about the benefit of adding a support group. Are they really effective? The truth is, adding a peer-led support group to your...
How Childhood Patterns Show Up in Adult Relationships
This week I've been thinking about relationships. Have you ever wondered why you keep dating the same type of person when it's not working out for you? Or why certain fights with your partner feel familiar, even though you swore you'd never repeat your parents'...
Practical Ideas for Helping with Burnout
Burnout has been on my mind. Each day feels filled with demands on our time, energy, and emotions. I want to share ideas on managing burnout and would love to hear what you do. Understanding Burnout in the Real World Burnout doesn’t care about vacation days or...
Balance Past, Present & Future with DBT and RODBT
Most of us spend a lot of time in our minds’ time machine—replaying the past, worrying about the future, and missing the only place we can truly live: the present moment. It’s natural to want to understand what went wrong yesterday or to plan for what’s coming next...
Early Intervention with Sand Tray Therapy
s a parent, you naturally watch for signs your child is healthy and thriving. But while we're quick to notice a fever or scraped knee, recognizing mental health struggles in young children can feel much harder. Is this just a phase? Am I overreacting? When should I...
DBT for Borderline Personality Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition that affects how people think, feel, and connect in relationships. Individuals with BPD often struggle with intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, self-harm, or fears of abandonment. These...
Can Eating Disorders Be Treated Without Inpatient Care?
The answer is yes. When people think of eating disorder treatment, they often imagine long hospital stays or residential programs, away from their homes and families. For some this can get in the way of seeking treatment. No doubt about it, while inpatient care can be...
Loving Your Perfectionism: Don’t “Fix” It-Find a Balance
Perfectionism often carries a heavy reputation. It’s frequently linked with stress, anxiety, and burnout—but the truth is, perfectionism isn’t all bad. In fact, loving your perfectionism can mean embracing its strengths while learning to soften its edges. By...









