The Power of Self-Care Author: Morgan Blair - MA, Intern My partner Erik and I like to joke that when it comes to our relationship, we each have our areas of strength. I am the one who is good with money, while he has a talent for organizing – be it fitting our mountain [...]
Negative Body Image and Why it Matters Author: Morgan Blair - MA, Intern Negative body image is an issue rampant in our society. In fact, did you know that upwards of 91% of people are unhappy with their bodies? 91% is a big number. That means when you walk into a room 9 out [...]
Grief During the Holidays Author: Morgan Blair - MA, Intern Every year closes with an endless abundance of expectations. From holiday parties, to decorations, to family gatherings, to concerts, shows, shopping, gifts, donations, and so much more. It is normal to feel exhausted and overwhelmed. The holidays are a time of year where we [...]
Art in Trauma Therapy Author: Morgan Blair - MA, Intern “Art makes the invisible visible.” Paul Klee The Brain and Trauma Before a discussion of how art therapy is beneficial to clients that have experienced trauma, an understanding of how traumatic memories are stored in the brain needs to be established. Developments in neurobiology [...]
